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Stateside for Tuesday, May 21st, 2013
It took an intense campaign in Michigan in 2008 to get voters to approve proposal 2, allowing embryonic stem-cell research.
Dumpster fire at Deerfield Village apartment complex in Mount Pleasant leads to arrest
Police are continuing to investigate a string of arson cases after an arrest was made at Deerfield Village, 3400 Deerfield Road, in Mount Pleasant on Friday, May 17.
CMU OKs design spending for Saginaw medical campus
Central Michigan University trustees have approved an additional $350,000 for planning and design for the Saginaw campus of its new medical school.
Sexual harassment in the workplace versus in schools: Different standards
In sexual harassment cases, the Supreme Court has distinguished between students and workers, requiring students to show that their peers' conduct was "severe and pervasive" before it will be considered sexual harassment, but requiring workers only to show "severe or pervasive" conduct.
Saginaw's American Guild of Organists names Kent S. Dennis Memorial Scholarship winners
Jay Michaud, a graduate student at Central Michigan University; Matthew Benkert of Hemlock and Calla Ringgenberg of Clare are recipients of the 2013 Kent S. Dennis Memorial Scholarship, awarded through the Saginaw Valley Chapter of the American Guild of Organists.
Central Michigan University approves Saginaw medical school plans, additional $350,000 in funding
The first phase is building a medical center at Covenant HealthCare's campus. The building at St.
CMU professors ranked 12th-worst in nation, Shaprio calls study a nonsensea
Central Michigan University professors were ranked as the 12th-worst in the nation in a study conducted by the Center for College Affordability and Productivity.
New Graduate Student Union president: a Increased membership and supporta crucial to success
The new president of Central Michigan University's Graduate Student Union plans on making the union more accessible than ever.
Parcells, North vacancies filled
Assistant principal positions at Grosse Pointe North High School and Parcells Middle School were filled Monday at the Grosse Pointe Public School System Board of Education regular meeting, with the unanimous approvals of David Reed-Nordwall and Steven Wolf.
CMU professional and administrative employees to receive 2.5-percent base salary increase
Central Michigan University professional and administrative employees will receive a 2.5-percent base salary increase for the 2013-14 fiscal year.
CMU professors: Peters early favorite to win U.S. Senate seat
Central Michigan University political science professors called U.S. Rep. Gary Peters, D-Bloomfield Township, the early favorite to win U.S. Sen.
Firehouse Subs arrives in Mid-Michigan
Actually the Florida-based sub shop has more than 600 restaurants in 35 states. But they're new to Michigan, with restaurants now open in East Lansing and Mt.
Australia's Laneway Festival is heading to Detroit this September
Good news for Michiganders that don't want to make the long trek to one of the big music festivals like Lollapalooza, Coachella, or Bonnaroo: Michigan is getting it's own music festival! Australia's Laneway Festival will make it's first appearance in the United States this September 14 in Rochester Hills, MI.
Compensation of West Michigan university presidents detailed in new survey
Total compensation ranged widely in 2012 for the leaders of Michigan's public universities, with the highest paid president netting nearly $1 million and several others getting about $500,000 or less, according to a survey by the Chronicle of Higher Education .
Central Michigan University student sentenced in p...
A pregnant Central Michigan University student is now serving an eight-month jail sentence for trying to poison her roommate.
Students left looking for a school after Academy of Flint loses charter
Academy of Flint, a charter school in Mt. Morris Township, will close June 30 after Central Michigan University refused to renew the school's charter contract.
Assault reports in the news spur campus safety discussions
As reports of abduction and assault arise in the news, security organizations and university officials are working with students and faculty to increase safety on campuses nationwide.
CMU's Fred Stabley, namer of 'Magic' Johnson, elected to CoSIDA Hall of Fame
Former Central Michigan University sports information director Fred Stabley Jr., who gained fame after giving Earvin Johnson his Magic nickname in high school, has been elected into the CoSIDA Hall of Fame.
People on The Move in Kalamazoo
People on The Move announces the new title or working role of local people moving from one paid position to another.
CMU graduate named best cadet in Michigan
A 2009 Pine River High School graduate was recently honored with two awards for his military leadership and community service.