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State Tipoffs Involving Michigan Newsletter for Sunday January 14, 2024 ( 67 items )  

2023 warmest year on record: U-M experts available
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news release: EXPERTS ADVISORY Last year was the planet's warmest year on record by a wide margin, according to the European climate agency. University of Michigan experts are available to comment. Jonathan T. Overpeck Jonathan Overpeck is an interdisciplinary climate scientist and dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability. He is an expert on climate and weather extremes, sea-level rise, the impacts o  more

2024 Youth Equity Project Seed Grant Award Winners Announced
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- Michigan State University's College of Social Science issued the following news: By Emily Jodway Five graduate students and one faculty member from across the University were recently announced as recipients of MSU Youth Equity Project seed grants. This is the second year that YEP has awarded these grants, which exist to help fund research projects supporting the mission of this thematic area. Led by Dr. Emilie Smith and housed in the College of Social Scien  more

BorgWarner Announces New Joint Venture for Business Growth in the Chinese Electric Commercial Vehicle Market
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, Jan. 10 -- BorgWarner Inc. issued the following news release: * * * - Agrees to form joint venture with Shaanxi Fast Auto Drive Group - High-voltage inverter for commercial vehicles strengthens BorgWarner's product portfolio * * * BorgWarner is continuing to expand its product portfolio for battery electric and hybrid commercial vehicles by agreeing to form a joint venture with Shaanxi Fast Auto Drive Group, a China-based market-leading commercial vehicle (CV) parts   more

Calvin University: Monthlong Program Provides Invaluable Start to College Experience
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Jan. 10 -- Calvin University issued the following news: The Entrada Scholars Program was not at the top of Eddie Graves' wish list for how he wanted to spend a month of the summer following his senior year of high school. "I wasn't super excited about it," said Graves of the monthlong summer immersion experience. But, the financial incentive attached to it--a $4,000 renewable scholarship for up to five years--was what finally convinced him to give it a shot. When Grav  more

Calvin University: Plaster Creek Stewards Awarded $675K Grant as Part of Sustain Our Great Lakes Project
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- Calvin University issued the following news: Calvin University recently received a $674,817 grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The grant is one of 43 new or continuing habitat restoration grants that were awarded as part of the Sustain Our Great Lakes project. "This latest grant will allow us to further reduce the daily load of pollutants entering Plaster Creek," said Andrea Lubberts, program   more

Central Michigan University: AI and the Safe Travel Lane of Diabetes Care
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: Artificial intelligence could extend the lives of people with diabetes by up to a decade, according to a doctor at the Central Michigan University College of Medicine. It also has the potential to improve the quality of those years. It's one way the technology has promise when it comes to improving health care. Doctors often struggle to keep diabetes patients properly treated, said Dr. Sethu R  more

Central Michigan University: Herbert H. & Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions Celebrates Community Engagement
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: The Herbert H. & Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions held their all-college meeting on January 5, 2024. Each semester, the college provides updates to faculty and staff to get fired up for the upcoming semester and calendar year ahead. The spring meeting is also dedicated to celebrating the Community Engagement Awards recipients. The Community Engagement Awards recognize CHP participation in exempl  more

Central Michigan University: Isaac Cinzori and His Research Team Got Their Work Published and Were Selected to Give a Presentation at a Math Conference
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: Isaac Cinzori, a 2nd-year mathematics Ph.D. student, co-mentored undergrad students in a research project on complex variables alongside CMU Professor Debraj Chakrabarti. The researchers were selected to give a presentation at the Young Mathematicians Conference and published in the Journal of Mathematical Analysis and Applications. The research took ideas from calculus and used complex number  more

Communicating about climate change more effective when stories about those displaced hit 'close to home'
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news release: Study: Effects of communicating the rise of climate migration on public perceptions of climate change and migration Concern for climate change grows--along with support for policies to reduce emissions--when people read about Americans being forced to move within the U.S. because of it. That's in sharp contrast to learning about climate-induced moves to the U.S. by non-Americans, which doesn't move th  more

Dr. Linwood B. Whitten Named Lake Michigan College Vice President, Student Affairs
BENTON HARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- Lake Michigan College issued the following news: Lake Michigan College has appointed Dr. Linwood B. Whitten as its new Vice President, Student Affairs. Whitten brings nearly two decades of experience, having served in leadership positions at New York College, Alabama State University, and Cleveland State University. As Vice President, Student Affairs, Whitten oversees LMC's admissions and recruiting, advising, records and registration, student life, resid  more

Eastern Michigan University Podcast Tackles Financial Impact on College Student Mental Health
YPSILANTI, Michigan, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: Many students are unprepared and overwhelmed managing their finances while navigating college. According to a recent Inside Higher Ed survey, 73% of students experience financial difficulty while enrolled in college. Eastern Michigan University's podcast for students, "Enlighten U," focuses on this concerning manner in its December episode, as well as its effect on mental health. EMU graduate stud  more

Eastern Michigan University Professor Receives Prestigious Grant to Reduce Firearm Violence From the National Institutes of Health
YPSILANTI, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: According to a recent study conducted by Eastern Michigan University and The Center for Health Disparities Innovation and Studies (CHDIS), racism during the pandemic was associated with an increase in firearm ownership and carrying by Asian Americans, putting them at a higher risk of firearm injury. To better understand this public health problem, EMU professor Tsu-Yin Wu received a multimillion-doll  more

Eastern Michigan University Psychology Professor Adam Briggs Receives Prestigious B. F. Skinner Foundation New Researcher Award
YPSILANTI, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: Eastern Michigan University Associate Professor Adam Briggs has been named the recipient of the 2024 B. F. Skinner Foundation New Researcher Award for his outstanding contributions to applied behavior analysis. The B. F. Skinner Foundation New Researcher Award recognizes innovative and significant research in behavior analysis conducted within the first 10 years of receiving a doctorate. Briggs' exceptional   more

Eastern Michigan University's Information Assurance Student Association Competes in Fall 2023 National Cyber League Cybersecurity Competition, Climbing Seven Spots and No. 1 in Michigan
YPSILANTI, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: The Eastern Michigan University Information Assurance Student Association is celebrating its outstanding performance in the fall 2023 National Cyber League competition. This year, three EMU teams competed, demonstrating a significant increase in participation compared to the single team representing the University in the spring 2023 season. EMU's top team improved remarkably, moving from No. 22 in the spring  more

FORD PRO INSURE, POWERED BY PIE, NOW INCLUDES COMMERCIAL AUTO COVERAGE IN INDIANA AND WISCONSIN
DEARBORN, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Ford Motor issued the following news release: * * * * Ford Credit works with insurtech Pie Insurance to deliver commercial auto insurance through Ford subsidiary The American Road Insurance Company (TARIC) * With the addition of Indiana and Wisconsin, Ford Pro Insure is available in five states, including Arizona, Illinois and Tennessee * Insurance joins vehicles, software, charging, service and financing in the suite of products and services available  more

Get to Know HFC: Dr. Brenda Hildreth Counsels Students in Life Skills
DEARBORN, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- Henry Ford College issued the following news release: HFC counselor Dr. Brenda Hildreth has a special place in her heart for community colleges. "I attended a community college myself and received an excellent start to my education," said Hildreth. "I found that many students benefit from help in reaching their full potential." A Licensed Professional Counselor since 1991 The eldest of three, Hildreth was born in Camden, AR. Her family moved to Detroit when she  more

Governor Names New Trustees to Western's Governing Board
KALAMAZOO, Michigan, Jan. 12 -- Western Michigan University issued the following news: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has appointed two new members to the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees. Joining the University's board are James L. Liggins Jr., senior counsel with the Kalamazoo office of Warner Norcross + Judd, and Kara Wood, executive director of the Grand Rapids-based economic development organization Grand Action 2.0. Liggins was appointed to fill a seat left vacant by the untimely de  more

Grand Valley State University: Area Educational Institutions Partner to Bring Melissa Harris-Perry as Speaker During MLK Event
ALLENDALE, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: By Michele Coffill Author and educator Melissa Harris-Perry will be the keynote speaker at a West Michigan community event to commemorate the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Harris-Perry will speak at 6 p.m. on January 15 at the 38th annual community celebration at Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain St. NE in Grand Rapids. The event is free and open to the public. A longstanding pa  more

Hawkins Parnell & Young Catherine Goldhaber Invited to the Litigation Counsel of America
CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 11 -- Hawkins Parnell and Young, a law firm, issued the following news release: Catherine Goldhaber of Hawkins Parnell & Young's Executive Committee and Partner-in-Charge of the Chicago office was selected for Fellowship in the Litigation Counsel of America (LCA). The LCA is a highly selective honorary society for trial lawyers limited to less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers. This recognition reflects Catherine's notable achievements in litigation and tr  more

HFC Hosts Human Trafficking Awareness Session
DEARBORN, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- Henry Ford College issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. HFC will host a human trafficking awareness session on Thursday, January 18, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Michael Berry Amphitheater on the first floor of the Andrew A. Mazzara Administrative Services & Conference Center (ASCC) (Building L on the main campus). This awareness session will educate you about the harrowing reality of human trafficking,  more

Hillsdale College Announces Third Cohort of Fellows for Kehoe Family Initiative for Entrepreneurial Excellence
HILLSDALE, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Hillsdale College issued the following news release: Hillsdale College announces the new cohort of student fellows for the Kehoe Family Initiative for Entrepreneurial Excellence. The fellowship is a five-semester program for Hillsdale College students who aim to join the free market as entrepreneurs after graduation. Sophomores of all majors were invited to apply during the fall 2023 semester. Members of the new cohort include: * Isaac Estabrook of Mou  more

Hope College: Book Moves Beyond the Either-Or Debate in Exploring What the Bible and Evolutionary Science Say About Creation
HOLLAND, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Hope College issued the following news: A new book by biblical scholar Dr. Dru Johnson, visiting associate professor of religion at Hope College, moves beyond the either-or debate in exploring what the Bible and evolutionary science say about creation. Instead, "What Hath Darwin to Do with Scripture? Comparing the Conceptual Worlds of the Bible and Evolution," published by InterVarsity Press Academic in December, considers that and how -- even though thei  more

K-12 Students to Present Addiction Research at UM-Flint, Jan. 19
FLINT, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- The University of Michigan-Flint issued the following news: By Logan McGrady Addiction can present itself in many forms. Drug and alcohol dependence are highly visible forms of addiction, but other behaviors can create more pernicious effects, such as consuming junk food, spending too much time on cell phones and online gambling. The human brain is hardwired to seek out thrills, but that behavior can negatively impact an individual's quality of life. Eight  more

KCC Enrollment Up More Than 14% for the Spring 2024 Semester
BATTLE CREEK, Michigan, Jan. 10 -- Kellogg Community College issued the following news release: Positive enrollment trends continue at Kellogg Community College, where students will likely return to campus for the start of the spring semester Monday as part of a student body more than 14% larger than the one last spring. A week before the start of spring classes, KCC has enrolled 3,427 students for the spring semester so far, which is a 14.27% increase (nearly 430 students) over the same timef  more

Local Government Administrator to Mentor ASU Public Affairs Students as Visiting Professional
TEMPE, Arizona, Jan. 12 -- Arizona State University issued the following news: A public-sector administrator with more than 30 years of management experience in local government will mentor students in 2024 as Arizona State University's new Harrell-Hutchinson Visiting Urban Management Professional. Jan Perkins is former city manager of the California cities of Fremont and Morgan Hill, former assistant city manager of Santa Ana, California, and former deputy city manager of Grand Rapids, Michig  more

LTU Gets $175K in Two State Grants to Help Disadvantaged Students
SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- Lawrence Technological University issued the following news release: Students from economically or academically disadvantaged backgrounds will get additional help with their studies at Lawrence Technological University, thanks to a pair of grants from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity's King-Chavez-Parks Initiative. LTU received $101,323 from the KCP Initiative's Select Student Support Services program, and $73,449 from its Michigan Coll  more

MDOT Seeks Public Input on Future of Complete Streets Through Online Survey
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- The Michigan Department of Transportation issued the following news release: The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is in the process of aligning its Complete Streets policy with its mission to serve and connect people, communities, and the economy through transportation. As part of this process, MDOT is seeking public input using an online Complete Streets survey (https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=h3D71Xc3rUKWaoku9HIl0Wq6iC6vcSdMskbJPHJX  more

MDOT: PUBLIC MEETING NEXT WEEK FOR M-44 CONNECTOR (PLAINFIELD AVENUE) PROJECT SCHEDULED FOR 2025
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- The Michigan Department of Transportation issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: Plainfield Charter Township is hosting a public meeting next week to discuss details of a planned joint project between the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Plainfield Charter Township to resurface the M-44 Connector (Plainfield Avenue) from I-96 to Airway Street in 2025. * * * Who: Community stakeholders Local businesses Interested residents MDOT and  more

Mich. A.G. Nessel Intervenes in DTE's Requested Gas Rate Increase
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 10 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel intervened in DTE's recently filed gas rate case as an advocate for DTE's natural gas customers across the state. In the case, docket number U-21291 before the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC), DTE requests a $266 million annual increase in gas rates, a nearly 10% increase for residential customers. The Attorney General, al  more

Mich. A.G. Nessel Intervenes in Lawsuit to Defend States' Rights to Protect Water Quality in Federal Projects
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general, led by the State of Washington, in filing a motion to intervene in a lawsuit to support the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) final rule that revised a Trump-era rule that unlawfully curtailed state authority under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. "The Trump administration wrongfully attempted   more

Mich. A.G. Nessel Releases Report of Alleged Abuse at Gaylord Catholic Diocese
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today announced the release of a report by the Department of Attorney General concerning allegations of abuse that took place in the Diocese of Gaylord. The report was released to acknowledge the reports of abuse from victims, and to report out the Department's findings. The document is a compilation of the information obtained fro  more

Mich. Environment Dept. Seeking Homeowners With Radon Mitigation Systems for Participation in a New Study
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy issued the following news release: The Indoor Radon Program at the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), in partnership with the American Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists (AARST), has kicked off a study of radon mitigation systems installed in Michigan. The program is seeking homeowners with a radon mitigation system for voluntary participation in the radon  more

Mich. Environment Dept.: By the Numbers - 2023 Michigan State of the Great Lakes Report
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: The Office of the Great Lakes (OGL) in the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) prepares the Michigan State of the Great Lakes Report (https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/office-of-the-great-lakes/state-of-the-great-lakes-report) for the Legislature each year on behalf of the governor. The report focu  more

Mich. Environment Dept.: Michigan Blazes a Trail in Federal Climate Investments and Transformative Clean Energy Policy
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: Michigan leads the nation in federal climate investments, strategic initiatives, and groundbreaking legislative victories that put our great state on track to achieve 100% clean energy by 2040 while creating thousands of jobs. Michigan's commitment is exemplified by the MI Healthy Climate Plan 2023 Report, an annual report developed by the Mic  more

Mich. State: Since Roe Was Overturned, Fewer Michigan Adults Want to Have Children
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- Michigan State University issued the following news: When the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, it created uncertainty for Americans' access to abortion and other forms of reproductive health care. This uncertainly may have led to an increase in the number of Michigan adults who said they never want to have children, according to Michigan State University researchers. "Before the Supreme Court overturned Roe through the Dobbs v. Jack  more

Mich. State: Spartan Changing the Way We Fight Cancer
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- Michigan State University issued the following news: Carolina de Aguiar Ferreira couldn't do what she does anywhere else. The assistant professor has the resources at Michigan State University to precisely target cancer cells with diagnostics and therapies using radioisotopes produced by the world's most powerful heavy-ion accelerator. She works in the highly collaborative Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering, or IQ, and the isotopes com  more

Michigan Democratic Party & IBEW Local 1106 Celebrate MDP Workers' Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 12 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: Yesterday evening, Michigan Democratic Party workers voted with 100% support to ratify a new contract with the party that prioritizes the needs of our staff and will raise wages, increase stipends for work-related expenses, and improve contributions to retirement funds. Michigan Democratic Party staff who are organized with IBEW Local 1106 negotiated with the Michigan Democratic Part  more

Michigan Democratic Party and Contest Every Race Announce Ambitious Statewide Candidate Recruitment Initiative Targeting 6,500+ Incumbent Republicans
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: Today, the Michigan Democratic Party launched a statewide campaign to recruit thousands of Democrats to run for local office. This is part of a national campaign by Contest Every Race to help ensure that no Republican goes unchallenged up or down the ballot. What we know is that having more Democrats running locally boosts Democratic turnout and enthusiasm. This program is part of an  more

Michigan Democratic Party: ICYMI - Bombshell Daily Beast Report Exposes That "Police Investigated MAGA Michigan Leader For Partner Violence"
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 12 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: In case you missed it, yesterday, the Daily Beast broke a bombshell story on State Rep. Matt Hall detailing a police report filed by his girlfriend in 2019, which contained deeply concerning allegations of domestic violence and interfering in a 911 call. In the piece, Daily Beat reporter Kate Briquelet lays out how Hall, while on his way to gamble, began driving fast and dangerously,  more

Michigan Democratic Party: ICYMI - MIGOP Ousts Karamo, Setting Off Potential Court Battle as She Refuses to Recognize Vote
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 10 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: In case you missed it, this weekend, members of the MIGOP voted overwhelmingly to remove embattled Chair Kristina Karamo from her position as the head of the extremist Michigan Republican Party after months of discontent, physical infighting, and bankruptcy. Now, there are apparently two Michigan Republican Parties? That's right... Karamo and her (former) co-chair, Malinda Pego, are bo  more

Michigan Democratic Party: Senate Showdown - James Craig and Sandy Pensler Attack "Career Politician" Mike Rogers for Doing "Whatever Benefits Him"
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: Here is what's in and out for 2024, according to Michigan Republicans. In: having "a complete lack of principles" and embracing dangerous election conspiracy theories. Out: staying in Michigan. The mitten might be in the midst of a winter storm, but the Michigan GOP Senate Showdown is only heating up. Here's the latest on this "doozy" of a primary: * James Craig called Mike Rogers a "career politici  more

Michigan Democratic Party: What They're Saying - Republicans Bash "Hack" Mike Rogers on His "Complete Lack of Principles" and Doing "Anything to Get Power"
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Michigan Republican Senate "brutal intraparty battle" is in full swing. Republicans were quick to attack Mike Rogers after he caved to pressure and endorsed Donald Trump for President. Here's the latest on the Michigan Republicans' "bloodbath" primary: * James Craig ripped Rogers apart, calling him a "career politician" who will "do anything and say anything to get power." * Sandy Pensler didn'  more

Michigan Economic Development Corp.: Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for Cosmos in the Creek Project in Swartz Creek
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- The Michigan Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: The Cosmos in the Creek project will complete and activate the Genesee County Trail Extension with a scale solar system model and wayfinding through the anticipated success of a crowdfunding campaign. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the city of Swartz Creek announced the campaign today, which is being offered through the Michigan-based crowdfunding pla  more

Michigan Education Dept. Issues Memo on Emergency Operations Plans Move to NexSys MCL 380.1308b (Public Act 436 of 2018)
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- The Michigan Department of Education Office of the Superintendent issued the following memorandum on Jan. 11, 2024: * * * TO: Local and Intermediate School District Superintendents Public School Academy Directors FROM: Dr. Diane L. Golzynski, Deputy Superintendent Finance and Operations SUBJECT: Emergency Operations Plans Move to NexSys MCL 380.1308b (Public Act 436 of 2018) Section 1308b of Michigan's Revised School Code (MCL 380.1308b) required that, by Janua  more

Michigan Education Dept. Issues Memo on Public Comment on the Proposed School Librarian Preparation Standards
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- The Michigan Department of Education Office of the Superintendent issued the following memorandum on Jan. 11, 2024: * * * TO: Local and Intermediate School District Superintendents Public School Academy Directors FROM: Delsa D. Chapman, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent Division of Educator, Student, and School Supports SUBJECT: Public Comment on the Proposed School Librarian Preparation Standards The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) requests public comment on  more

Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine: Introducing the Department of Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- Michigan State University's College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following news: * * * Article Highlights * The department formerly known as MMG -- the Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics -- has officially changed its name to the Department of Microbiology, Genetics, & Immunology, or MGI. * The name change will bolster Michigan State University's efforts to recruit world-class faculty, to educate future leaders and to do transform  more

Mike Rogers Caves to Pressure, Endorses Trump and Embraces Conspiracy Theories After Facing Criticism in GOP Primary
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 10 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: Today, Mike Rogers endorsed Donald Trump for President and embraced dangerous conspiracy theories after facing criticism in the "caustic" and "radioactive" GOP primary. Rogers' endorsement comes after he refused to endorse Trump in the 2016 or 2020 elections. "Mike Rogers is desperately trying to hide his previous criticism as he cozies up to Trump and embraces dangerous election cons  more

Minnesota State Mankato's Alumni Association to Present Distinguished Alumni Awards on Jan. 27
MANKATO, Minnesota, Jan. 13 -- Minnesota State University Mankato campus issued the following news: Minnesota State University, Mankato's Alumni Association will present distinguished alumni awards to four graduates in an event on campus Saturday, Jan. 27. (NOTE: The event is not open to the public.) The honorees will also be recognized at that evening's Maverick men's hockey game against Northern Michigan. Game time is 6:07 p.m. at the Mayo Clinic Health System Events Center. Ticket informatio  more

MLK Day of Service at NMU Jan. 15
MARQUETTE, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- Northern Michigan University issued the following news: Northern Michigan University will hold a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 15. The event will include a noon program featuring NMU President Brock Tessman and 2014 alumna Taylor Johnson, lunch and four service project options from 1-3 p.m. All will take place in The Woods Lodge. The service projects are: fleece blanket-making for the warming center and women's shelter; dog toy making for   more

MSU-Led Study: Majority of US Hospitals Found COVID-19 Reporting Directives to Be Inconsistent
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Michigan State University issued the following news: The U.S. health care response during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic unveiled challenges in public health reporting systems and electronic clinical data exchange. A new study led by John (Xuefeng) Jiang, Eli Broad Endowed Professor of Accounting in MSU's Broad College of Business, examines U.S. hospitals' experiences in public health reporting, accessing clinical data from external provid  more

National Republican Senatorial Committee: Slotkin Votes to Waive "Buy America" Requirements
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- The National Republican Senatorial Committee issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: Last night, Elissa Slotkin voted to support Biden's decision to waive "Buy America" requirements on electric vehicle charging stations, which will allow China to cash in on Biden's green energy boondoggle. This is the latest example of Slotkin selling Michiganders out to China. She already signed an NDA with the CCP-linked company, Gotion, which bought up hundreds of acres   more

New model creates understanding of birth control pills on risk, resilience to depression
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news release: Study: A mouse model of oral contraceptive exposure: Depression, motivation, and the stress response While birth control hormones given to mice result in lower stress levels, the mice showed normal corticosterone responses to stress when given newer formulations of the pill, according to a new University of Michigan study. The new findings, published in the journal Hormones and Behavior, could aid wo  more

Northwood University: Strosacker Gifts Northwood $500K for David J. Arnold Football Endowment
MIDLAND, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- Northwood University issued the following news: In honor of a Midland coach who impacted players near and far, the Charles J. Strosacker Foundation has awarded Northwood University $500,000 to fund the David J. Arnold Football Endowment. "This transformative gift will forever impact generations of players, coaches and staff -- just as Dave Arnold has so profoundly and positively influenced countless Northwood University players and the entire Midland community,"   more

Penn State Harrisburg Faculty Member Co-Authors Book on Labor Union Finances
MIDDLETOWN, Pennsylvania, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg issued the following news: Raymond Gibney, associate professor of management in the School of Business Administration at Penn State Harrisburg, has co-authored a book that offers insight into labor union finances and operations. "Trade Union Finance: How Labor Organizations Raise and Spend Money," was published in March 2023. The book is co-authored by Marick Masters, professor of business at Wayne State Univ  more

Podcast: Survey to Assess Health and Well-Being of MSU Students, Faculty, and Staff
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- Michigan State University issued the following news: MSU's Health and Wellbeing Division is conducting a university-wide health and wellbeing assessment that includes an anonymous survey. The purpose of this assessment is for UHW to gain a deeper understanding of issues impacting MSU students, faculty, and staff as it relates to physical health, mental health, and social wellbeing. The results of the survey will contribute to the development of a 5-year plan   more

Positive Signs for West Michigan Economy Amid Slumping Numbers: GVSU Researcher
ALLENDALE, Michigan, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: A monthly economic report from a Grand Valley researcher shows that while the West Michigan economy remains modestly negative, it has not slumped enough to slide into a recession. Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU's Seidman College of Business, said his December survey of local businesses and manufacturers showed a continued downward trend in key indices like new orders an  more

Poverty Solutions Partners to Launch Rx Kids in Flint, Offering Relief From Extreme Poverty Among Families With Infants
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- The University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news: Enrollment for pregnant moms and newborns in Flint began Wednesday, January 10, as Rx Kids officially launched - the first citywide maternal and infant cash prescription program in the nation. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer attended the launch event in Flint, joined by RX Kids co-director Mona Hanna-Attisha, MD, MPH, Associate Dean for Public Health in the College of Human M  more

Semester-Long Series at WMU Focuses on Climate Crisis, Inspiring Change
KALAMAZOO, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- Western Michigan University issued the following news: Western Michigan University is giving students a platform to take action on one of the most important issues to young people today: climate change. "I already see a notable difference in our environment from when I was a child, and it's only becoming more severe. I think a lot of students have it on their minds," says Meg Baldry, a human resource management and Spanish student. "Even from a young age, it's f  more

Tech Startup Transforming Water Solutions, Thanks to Mich. Environment Dept. Grant
LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 11 -- The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy issued the following news release: Meknology, a minority-owned technology startup company based in Melvindale, is implementing innovative ways to make the distillation process faster and more energy efficient, thanks to a grant from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). Daniel Hodges, founder and CEO of the company, says the company's focus has been the creation and pa  more

Two GVSU Outreach Programs Receive State Funding to Expand Services
ALLENDALE, Michigan, Jan. 12 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: Two outreach programs from Grand Valley received Michigan Department of Education grants to expand programming to serve more students after school hours and during the summer. TRIO Upward Bound received $286,080 to serve 120 more high school students in West Michigan and Detroit. One of 11 federally funded TRIO programs at GVSU, Upward Bound provides support and opportunities for participants to succeed in  more

UPenn Stuart Weitzman School of Design: Fernando Lara Looks Beyond Famed Architects to Uncover Deeper Themes Throughout History
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 9 -- The University of Pennsylvania's Stuart Weitzman School of Design issued the following news: Professor of architecture Fernando Lara joined the faculty at the Stuart Weitzman School of Design this past fall, after teaching at the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Michigan. Over the last 20 years, Lara has written four books and numerous articles on theorizing spaces of the Americas with an emphasis on the dissemination of design ideas beyo  more

Visteon Unveils Cutting-Edge Technologies at CES 2024, Showcasing the Future of Mobility
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Michigan, Jan. 9 -- Visteon, a provider of instrument clusters, head-up displays, information displays, infotainment, audio systems and telematics solutions, issued the following news release: Visteon (NASDAQ: VC), a global technology leader at the forefront of driving digitalization and electrification trends in the mobility industry, is set to showcase its innovative portfolio next week during the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the Paris Hotel Conventio  more

Wash. A.G. Ferguson Sues Repeat Offender Labor Law Poster Service for Defrauding Thousands of Small Businesses
SEATTLE, Washington, Jan. 9 -- Washington state Attorney General Bob Ferguson issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: If you own a Washington small business, there's a good chance you have been targeted by a series of fraudulent schemes orchestrated by three brothers in Michigan. The details of their schemes vary, but they all involve deceptive solicitations giving the false impression that they are mandatory bills from a government agency. In 2008, the Attorney General's Office inv  more

Wayne State University: Ezemenari Obasi, Ph.D., Appointed Vice President for Research
DETROIT, Michigan, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- Wayne State University issued the following news: Wayne State University has appointed Ezemenari Obasi, Ph.D., as its new vice president for research, President Kimberly Andrews Espy, Ph.D., announced this week. Dr. Obasi, set to start on Feb. 1 pending final approval from the Board of Governors at its Jan. 31 meeting, is transitioning from a pivotal role at the University of Houston. At the University of Houston, Dr. Obasi currently serves as the associa  more

Western Michigan University: Accreditation Assessment Team Invites Public Comment
KALAMAZOO, Michigan, Jan. 10 -- Western Michigan University issued the following news: A team of assessors from the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission will arrive on Thursday, Dec. 21, to examine all aspects of the Western Michigan University Department of Public Safety's policies and procedures, management, operations and support services. "Verification by the team that the WMU Department of Public Safety meets the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission's 'best pract  more

When Do We Become Old? New MSU Study Explores Age Bias Across 13 Countries
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Michigan State University issued the following news: Age is but a number, right? Look at any birthday card aisle in the store and you are sure to see "50 is the new 30" or "You're only as old as you feel." A new study from Michigan State University explored age perceptions over the course of the lifespan of over one million people across 13 countries -- and found that as individuals grow older, they express the belief that old age begins at an even lat  more

When Do We Become Old? New MSU Study Explores Age Bias Across 13 Countries
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Michigan State University's College of Social Science issued the following news: Age is but a number, right? Look at any birthday card aisle in the store and you are sure to see "50 is the new 30" or "You're only as old as you feel." A new study from Michigan State University explored age perceptions over the course of the lifespan of over one million people across 13 countries -- and found that as individuals grow older, they express the belief that o  more