Michigan State University

MSU addresses sustainability efforts, shift toward renewable energy

Current State — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:06:45 +0000

Research on bacteria could lead to paradigm shift in medicine

Current State — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:29:23 +0000

There’s been a thrust in research over the last several years concerning the bacteria that live on and inside the human body. The early findings have been astounding and seem to point to a paradigm shift in medicine.

Lansing orchestra and Michigan State chorale play "Vespers of 1610"

Current State — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:23:16 +0000

This Sunday, the Lansing Symphony Orchestra joins MSU’s University Chorale for a performance of one of the first great “mega works” of classical music, Monteverdi’s “Vespers of 1610.” The performance is in downtown Lansing at St. Mary’s Cathedral.

Michigan State students at forefront of online magazine publishing

Current State — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:38:34 +0000

Superbugs: MSU molecular biologist on drug-resistant bacteria

Current State — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 19:07:35 +0000

MSU molecular biologist Dr. Shannon Manning played a crucial role in helping to solve the

mystery behind one of the most deadly E. coli outbreaks ever, which killed more than 50 people and sickened nearly 4,000 in Germany in 2011.

Dr. Manning is also a featured lecturer in MSU’s Classes Without Quizzes hosted by the College of Natural Science. She joins us to discuss the rise in drug-resistant bacteria.

Broad opening new exhibit called "Pattern: Follow the Rules"

Current State — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:24:00 +0000

Michigan State University’s Broad Art Museum is opening a new exhibit on Friday. It’s called "Pattern: Follow the Rules." For Curator of Contemporary Art Alison Gass, it’s her first big exhibition since arriving at the Broad.

MSU Trustees Elect Ferguson And Breslin

Scott Pohl — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 21:39:28 +0000

Democrat Joel Ferguson has been re-elected Chairman of the Michigan State University Board of Trustees.

MSU Provost Announces 2013 Departure

Mark Bashore — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 22:16:05 +0000

A high-ranking Michigan State University administrator has announced he's leaving soon.

MSU President Simon Looks Back, Looks Ahead

Scott Pohl — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 05:00:01 +0000

As the end of the year approaches, Michigan State University President Lou Anna Simon is reflecting on 2012 and looking ahead to 2013. She talked with WKAR’s Scott Pohl about the state of affairs at MSU.

MSU's Simon Again Declines Salary Bump

Scott Pohl — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 23:18:08 +0000

Michigan State University President Lou Anna Simon has again turned down a salary increase.

Hacker Strikes "CLEAR" Unit's Server at MSU

Scott Pohl — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 23:29:28 +0000

Michigan State University is investigating the unauthorized access of email addresses and encrypted passwords from a server within the College of Arts and Letters.

$7.8M Grant to MSU Aims To Improve Farming In Africa

The Associated Press — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:09:59 +0000

Michigan State University researchers plan to use a $7.8 million grant from the Seattle-based Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to help African nations improve sustainable farming.

GOP Nominates Two for MSU Trustees

Mark Bashore — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 22:51:31 +0000

Michigan Republicans have nominated the party's two candidates for the Michigan State University board of trustees.

In New School Year, MSU Expands Engineering 'CoRe' Program

Mark Bashore — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 22:27:35 +0000

Tens of thousands of Michigan State University students are a few days into the new academic year.

At the university's engineering school, administrators contend with one of MSU's highest transfer and dropout rates. But they're hoping a program that combines class work with non-curricular activities will help more students stick with the major.

EL Police Doubt 'Religious Hatred' Fueled Assault on Jewish MSU Student

The Associated Press — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 22:38:04 +0000

A Jewish student at Michigan State University says his jaw was broken in an attack by two assailants who he says displayed "religious hatred."

With MSU, Holt Educator Keeps Closer Learning Tabs on Students

Mark Bashore — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 04:00:00 +0000

A growing number of Michigan teachers are adding something new to their skill sets. Advocates of “formative assessment” say it’s important to continually track whether students are learning material—not just at test time.

Michigan State to Mark 50th Anniversary of 1963 NCAA Game

The Associated Press — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 22:18:37 +0000

Michigan State this basketball season plans to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the groundbreaking 1963 NCAA regional game between Loyola and Mississippi State.

MI Supreme Court Says MSU Violates Free Speech Rights

Rick Pluta — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 22:14:55 +0000

The state Supreme Court has struck down a Michigan State University ordinance that’s supposed to protect employees from harassment as a violation of the First Amendment.

Michigan St. Plans November Opening for Broad Art Museum

The Associated Press — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 22:24:14 +0000

A new opening date has been set for the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum on the campus of Michigan State University.

President Simon Expects F-RIB Strategy in 2-3 Weeks

Mark Bashore — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 18:33:31 +0000

Michigan State University President Lou Anna Simon says she expects to announce a strategy for the school's much anticipated F-RIB project in two to three weeks.