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NEWS BRIEFS: MSU VP Hsu Resigns, President Explains

MSU’s Stanley: “I believe this is what is best for our university…. When senior administrators at MSU choose to speak …

by Future U/ June 20, 2020/ Higher Ed, MSU, News Briefs/

NEWS BRIEFS: Letters Call for Removing Stephen Hsu as MSU’s Senior VP of Research and Innovation

“Supporters of his removal (signatories of two letters) continue to express that this is not an issue of academic freedom, …

by Future U/ June 15, 2020/ MSU, News Briefs/

NEWS BRIEFS: In Michigan, ‘Major Declines’ Expected in Low-Income Incoming College Enrollments

“Several Michigan universities have seen a ‘major decline’ in enrollment of low-income, Pell-eligible first-year students due to the COVID-19 pandemic, …

by Future U/ June 4, 2020/ Higher Ed, News Briefs, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: MSU Home Football Could See ‘Fewer Fans and Mask Masks?’

On Tuesday, Michigan State President Stanley told WKAR that if Spartan football returns this fall, the stands won’t be more …

by Future U/ June 3, 2020/ MSU, News Briefs/

NEWS BRIEFS: Graduate Student Workers Nationwide Unite, Take Action in the Face of Pandemic

Groups at eight Big Ten universities, including Michigan and Michigan State, have signed on to this effort. Read more here …

by Future U/ May 29, 2020/ Higher Ed, News Briefs, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: Dr. Fauci’s Commentary on Fall Semester for Higher Education

Read what he thinks. It’s from The Chronicle of Higher Education.

by Future U/ May 23, 2020/ Higher Ed, News Briefs, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: U California Divests From Fossil Fuels

The UC system’s $126-billion portfolio will invest in more environmentally sustainable investments, such as wind and solar energy. Read more …

by Future U/ May 21, 2020/ Higher Ed, News Briefs, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: Nothing to Cheer About For UK Cheerleading Team

Kentucky’s cheerleading team is to college cheerleading what Alabama is to college football–a national titleholder, many times over. But an …

by Future U/ May 19, 2020/ Higher Ed, News Briefs/

NEWS BRIEFS: Despite Issues, MSU’s Stanley “Didn’t Brief Campus in Advance of Woodruff’s Nomination as Provost”

“Michigan State University hired a new provost despite public opposition from a black faculty group troubled by allegations that she …

by Future U/ May 18, 2020/ MSU, News Briefs, Public Higher Ed/

NEWS BRIEFS: “The Court’s Ruling Completely Vindicates Dr. Simon,” Lee T. Silver, Lou Anna K. Simon’s Attorney

A Michigan County Circuit Court judge dismisses charges against former MSU president, Lou Anna K. Simon. Michigan Attorney General’s Office …

by Future U/ May 14, 2020/ Higher Ed, MSU, News Briefs/

NEWS BRIEFS: MSU May Need Deeper Cuts to Address Expected Financial Shortfall

“The university is seeking deeper cuts given a projected 11% drop in revenue. The latest update includes a proposal to …

by Future U/ May 13, 2020/ MSU, News Briefs/

NEWS BRIEFS: Northwestern U Makes Moves to Address Financial Shortfall

“Northwestern University on Monday announced a series of new cost-saving steps that include furloughing about 250 workers, suspending contributions to …

by Future U/ May 12, 2020/ Higher Ed, News Briefs, Society/

NEWS BRIEFS: Big-Time College Sports Take Hit with Claims Against Kansas Basketball

“The NCAA enforcement staff said Kansas’ basketball program committed “egregious” and “severe” rules violations that “significantly undermine and threaten the …

by Future U/ May 9, 2020/ Higher Ed, News Briefs/