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MSU

Seniors given chance to tour Beaumont Tower for senior week

Seniors and other guests were invited to climb all the way to the top of Beaumont Tower before the senior class bids MSU farewell.

MSU

Farmers in Training

lthough most students apply what they have learned in lectures by writing term papers and filling out multiple-choice exams, some students display their knowledge out in the field with dirt-caked hands.For those studying at the MSU Student Organic Farm, the coursework is dictated by each growing season, and failing an assignment means less food on the table.

MICHIGAN

Appropriations subcommittee to vote on funding

On Wednesday, the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee is expected to vote on a higher education funding recommendation that could increase MSU’s funding by 6.1 percent, but also fine the university $500,000 for its involvement with union-building workshops.

MSU

Room and board price hikes on the horizon for most students

Students will have to pay $344 more in food and housing fees next year after the MSU Board of Trustees voted Tuesday to approve a 3.95 percent hike to double room and silver meal plan packages. Overall, the rate for room and board will rise to $9,154 in the 2014-15 year. The board approved the hike unanimously and with no public comment.

MICHIGAN

Sparty statue vandalized with Go Blue spray paint message

While walking to class Monday morning, some students may have noticed a new addition to the Spartan Statue. Late Sunday night early Monday morning, an unknown person spray painted “Go Blue” on the front of the statue. Associate Vice President for Alumni Relations Scott Westerman said he does not think the vandalizer is a U-M student.