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Thursday, May 23, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: Twelve bone fragments were found Friday near Ludington. A forensic anthropologist determined one of the fragments is from a human skull.

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

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.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012  The Michigan State University Board of Trustees meets Friday to consider whether to go ahead with construction of a new phase of a $600 million federally backed physics research facility.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tuesday, August 28, 2012  A Jewish student at Michigan State University says his jaw was broken in an attacked by two assailants who he says displayed "religious hatred."

Saturday, August 25, 2012  Apple's $1 billion award in Samsung patents lawsuit could mean fewer smartphone options for consumers

Wednesday, August 22, 2012  In this week's Upnorthlive ReVibe "College Edition" part 3, it's the reveal of University of Michigan and Michigan State University lamps, pillows, refrigerators, coolers, tables and even a sword!

Wednesday, August 15, 2012  In this week's Upnorthlive ReVibe "College Edition" Part two, Dan and Denine show us how far a coat of paint, or roll of tape can go!

Thursday, June 14, 2012  Seventy-four people have been selected to participate in a program to develop math, science, engineering and technology teachers for several Michigan rural and urban school districts.