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ISP dean finalists named Thursday

Justine McGuire
October 17, 2013

MSU officials announced Thursday the three finalists for the open International Studies and Programs, or ISP, dean position. Three finalists for the ISP dean position are DeAndra Beck, program director in the National Science Foundation’s Office of International and Integrative Activities; L. Van Crowder, senior director of education, health and community development in the Millennium Challenge Corporation, which is part of the U.S. State Department; and William Fisher, associate provost and dean of Graduate Studies and a professor of international development and social change at Clark University.

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Living City- Parkour warrior

Danyelle Morrow
October 17, 2013

For biochemistry and molecular biology junior Chris Porzondek the art of parkour isn’t a dangerous stunt. It’s a return to his childhood.? “It’s something that we had when we were kids,” he said. “We would climb on stuff, and now I always say, ‘you did do parkour when you were little, but you kind of forgot it as you got older.’” ?

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Former MSU basketball player starts autism anti-bullying campaign

Micaela Colonna
October 17, 2013

During his time as an MSU basketball walk-on, Anthony Ianni won two Big Ten Championships, a Big Ten Tournament Championship and went to a Final Four. He also was the first person with autism to play college basketball. After overcoming his obstacles, Ianni hopes to help other autistic children leap over theirs.

MICHIGAN

Alleged robbery occurs

Katie Abdilla
October 17, 2013

Bath Charter Township police are investigating an alleged robbery that occurred at about 7 p.m. Tuesday in an apartment complex in Chandler Crossings. Journalism junior Matt Ward said he and his roommates, along with a few friends, were in his apartment when an unknown man walked through their door and pointed a gun at them. “He took one of our roommates around our apartment to look for things to steal or take,” Ward said. The suspect took several electronics, including an Xbox, a phone, an iPod and a laptop.

MICHIGAN

MSU community weighs in on government shutdown, debt controversy

Derek Gartee
October 16, 2013

Reaching the debt ceiling could lead to a national catastrophe, experts said. However, there is a faint glimmer of hope on Capitol Hill. As of Wednesday night, the U.S. Senate had passed a deal allowing the U.S. to avoid default, a measure that was being debated in the U.S. House late Wednesday evening. Even if a compromise is made, MSU professors said that the long impasse could leave behind lasting scars that would impact Michigan and the rest of the country.

MICHIGAN

Face Time: East Lansing City Council candidate Joanna Bosse

Geoff Preston
October 16, 2013

MSU assistant professor Joanna Bosse has lived in many university towns, but said she’s experienced the most animosity between students and residents during her time in East Lansing. By running for the East Lansing City Council this fall, she hopes to use her experience interacting with both constituencies to help bridge the gap between town and gown.

MICHIGAN

East Lansing residents visualize Park District development project

Geoff Preston
October 16, 2013

A change of venue and an influx of student attendees characterized the second of three community meetings about a project that could change the face of East Lansing’s downtown. The second public meeting regarding the Park District project, also known as a charrette, took place at the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum Wednesday.

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MSU Museum celebrates National Fossil Day

Casey Holland
October 16, 2013

To promote appreciation of animals cemented in rock and preserved in time, the MSU Museum kicked off a series of activities in honor of National Fossil Day to appeal to all ages and dinosaur enthusiasts. Wednesday marked the annual National Fossil Day celebration, which focuses on educating the public about ancient plants and animals preserved naturally through fossilization. To commemorate the occasion, MSU Museum officials began a series of fossil-themed events, set to continue at 1:30 p.m. Sunday.

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Same-sex marriage case argued in federal court

Celeste Bott
October 16, 2013

DETROIT — After hearing oral arguments in DeBoer v. Snyder on Tuesday afternoon, Judge Bernard Friedman denied motions for summary judgement by both the plaintiffs and defendants, setting a trial date for Feb. 25. April DeBoer and Jayne Rowse are a gay couple suing the state for the right to marry and adopt each other’s children.

NEWS

Men's Health, Wellness & Fitness Expo offers informative opportunities Wednesday afternoon

Irum Ibrahim
October 16, 2013

The 5th Annual Men’s Health, Wellness and Fitness Expo took place on Wednesday at the Union, giving students and faculty an opportunity to explore a variety of organizations and units centered around health and fitness. The event, sponsored by the MSU Women’s Resource Center in partnership with the Women’s Resource Center Men’s Advisory Council, served as a tool for students to become aware of the many health, wellness and fitness organizations and opportunities around campus. Organization leaders and members were on hand to address questions.

MICHIGAN

East Lansing City Council approves same-sex couple registry

Geoff Preston
October 16, 2013

If they choose to do so, both straight and same-sex couples can now place their names on a city directory and be officially recognized by East Lansing, even if state laws prevent them from formally doing so. On Tuesday, the East Lansing City Council approved an ordinance allowing for the recognition of domestic partnerships by the city in a directory. East Lansing is the second city in the state of Michigan to pass such an ordinance. Ann Arbor passed a similar ordinance in the 1990s.

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ASMSU close to allocating $300,000 for new scholarship

Nolly Dakroury
October 15, 2013

ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government, is working to create another academic financial opportunity for students by constructing a new scholarship program. At the most recent committee meeting, the finance committee approved a $300,000 allocation from its Special Projects funds to create an endowed scholarship. The bill will need to pass through the general assembly at Thursday’s meeting for the allocation to occur.

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New health care plan was introduced during Faculty Senate

Justine McGuire
October 15, 2013

A new faculty health care plan, which will be the third option available to faculty members, was explained to members of Faculty Senate on Tuesday. The new plan is a “consumer-driven” option that has a high deductible and an option for a health savings account that will roll over year to year that the university will contribute to each year, said Renee Rivard, director of benefits for MSU Human Resources.