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Penn's case raises questions on prof. tenure
Earning tenure takes a long time — so does losing it.
MICHIGAN
Planning commission weighs proposal to cap patrons at downtown bars
A city proposal that would effectively prevent the development of future bars downtown is on the backburner for the time being.
MICHIGAN
On-campus meters now accepting credit cards
Parking lots across campus are getting a facelift as MSU police replace existing meters with credit-card compatible and environmentally conscious models. Throughout the fall, MSU police gradually will install the new solar-powered parking meters, which cost between $400 and $500 apiece, MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.
MICHIGAN
Bill might force businesses to tax online sales
A bill that could pressure companies to tack on sales taxes for online purchases bought from Michigan passed through committee Wednesday morning and is headed for the House floor. The bill would force online businesses to collect Michigan taxes during the purchase, handing them over to the state afterward. Yet there’s no way of insuring that out-of-state businesses comply, even if it passes.
MSU
ROTC boot camp provides glimpse into training
It might not be basic training, but Wednesday at Demonstration Hall, students and residents of East Lansing got a glimpse into the life of an ROTC cadet. As part of the One Book, One Community program, students and residents participated in Boot Camp 101. The One Book, One Community novel this year was “The Yellow Birds” by Iraq veteran Kevin Powers, which highlights the lives of two soldiers in Iraq. As part of Boot Camp 101, students and residents could observe the sleeping quarters of a solider at war, try a push-up and sit-up competition, go on a rope course or see a live action drill.
MICHIGAN
First responders, 9/11 victims honored
State politicians and visitors to Lansing joined thousands across the country in remembering those who died on Sept. 11, 2001 in a memorial service held Wednesday at the Capitol. The House Chambers were filled with patrons of all ages, politicians, first responders and members of the military honored for their service to the country.
MSU
COGS, MSU working to transfer funds into on-campus accounts
In what appears to be an on-going effort to bring all student governments under its umbrella, MSU has requested of the Council for Graduate Students, or COGS, to go through a reorganization process to align with the university’s policies, including moving funds to an on-campus account.
MSU
Drone research to help farming
College of Natural Science’s new research using a drone aircraft might help farmers improve crop yields. Associate professor of geological sciences Bruno Basso said the drone’s system has sensors powerful enough to detect which plants on a farm are experiencing nutrient deficiency or water stress.
NEWS
MSU community on social media recalls Sept. 11, 2001
On the 12th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, people across the country and in the MSU community recalled attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon, and United Flight 93’s crash in Pennsylvania.
MICHIGAN
City official: Fireworks sparked blaze at Phoenix
Careless use of fireworks was deemed the cause of last week’s fire at Phoenix cooperative, East Lansing Fire Inspector Don Carter confirmed Wednesday.
MICHIGAN
Proposal would limit patrons at city bars
East Lansing officials are considering a proposal that would effectively prevent future bars from opening downtown, according to a staff report obtained by The State News.
MSU
Charting a way ahead
MSU maintained a top-100 ranking this year from U.S. News and World Report — ranking No. 73 out of 281 national universities, a ranking officials say can be used as a benchmark for potential academic progress.
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Simon sounds off on learning environment
MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon urged professors to be wary of classroom speech in the wake of a scandal involving English professor William Penn.
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New iPhone, iOS 7 software released by Apple
Apple unveiled the newest editions to its iPhone lineup on Tuesday, the 5S and 5C, marking the first time the technology giant has released two models of its smartphone simultaneously. Both phones will be released on Sept. 20. The 5S will begin at $199 for 8GB of storage and the 5C will begin at $99 for the same amount of storage. The prices are based upon a two-year contract with a cellular service provider.
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Student political leaders respond to Obama's latest Syria comments
They don’t agree on many things, but when it comes to Syria, at least a handful of MSU’s student political leaders across the ideological spectrum don’t want an American military intervention in Syria. And they’re not alone. From the polls to the thousands of phone calls, emails and letters flooding congressional offices — a majority of Americans oppose U.S. involvement.
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West Nile Virus found in Ingham County horses
West Nile Virus was confirmed in two horses in Ingham and Kent counties, according to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, or MDARD. As of Aug. 29, one human case of West Nile according to the Michigan Department of Community of Health, or MDCH, and five blood donor samples tested positive for the virus. The Disease Control and Prevention Center identifies West Nile Virus as a mosquito-borne disease that causes flu symptoms in humans and can be fatal.
MICHIGAN
Events for 9/11 in Greater Lansing
Sept. 11, 2001 will always be remembered as one of the darkest moments in U.S. history. Many local groups and citizens plan to engage in remembering 9/11 on its 12th anniversary.
MICHIGAN
Students could see relief with Medicaid
For those whose parents don’t have health insurance, or who are older than 26, Michigan’s controversial Medicaid expansion could be the answer for the uninsured student population after the law takes effect next spring.
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Economics degree faces moratorium from univ.
The Bachelor of Science, or B.S., economics degree is new on the moratoria list this semester — the requirements are being reviewed and possibly revamped. The major went into moratorium this semester and will remain until at least fall 2014, meaning no one will be allowed to enter that major during that time period. Although students no longer can enroll in the B.S.
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Cooking on the RISE
On Friday, the Residential Initiative on the Study of the Environment, or RISE, held its first cooking workshop of fall semester in the Bailey Hall community kitchen. Held once per month, RISE holds the cooking workshops to promote food awareness and build cooking skills.