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Thursday, March 21, 2013  The Michigan State University president's report went global this year.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  A new Michigan State University rural medicine residency program will help draw interest to smaller communities.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  Michigan State University is trying to turn one of its oldest science buildings into a model of energy efficiency under a new $7 million project at Anthony Hall.

Friday, November 30, 2012  Michigan State University says Gov. Rick Snyder will be one of several speakers for the school's December commencement ceremonies.

Thursday, November 29, 2012  Seven colleges and universities in Michigan are sharing an $800,000 grant to provide former foster youth with a support program to help them succeed in higher education.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  Report: Employers plan modest increase in hiring for new college grads in coming year

Tuesday, November 13, 2012  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.

Friday, November 02, 2012  The Michigan State University College of Nursing has a new center for students, researchers, practitioners and educators to work together on health care issues.

Saturday, October 27, 2012  The Cook Recital Hall,  formerly known as the Music Building Auditorium, officially reopens Sunday with the season kickoff of the West Circle Series. The hall first built more than 70 years ago is named after lead donors Byron and Dee Cook.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012  An ordinance that was aimed at curbing excessive drinking at bars and restaurants in the city that's home to Michigan State University is getting another look.

Monday, October 08, 2012  Michigan State University is celebrating homecoming this week.

Thursday, October 04, 2012  A team will lead a national crop pollination research and extension project.

Tuesday, October 02, 2012  Authorities say a Michigan State University professor has been hospitalized after police responded to reports about a man who took off his clothes in a classroom building and was heard yelling.

Thursday, September 27, 2012  A prosecutor says no charges will be brought following an investigation into an assault on a Michigan State University student who claimed he was punched and had his jaw broken after revealing he's Jewish.

Thursday, September 06, 2012  The Broad College of Business at Michigan State University is launching a master's of science degree program in business analytics and partnering with IBM on education efforts.