There is not a single person in Ann Arbor who will not be impacted by federal funding cuts to the university. This is set to happen across our state and our country, triggering recession or worse.
Michigan colleges and universities
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Facing deadline to end DEI, Michigan schools ask crucial question: What is DEI?
What is DEI? Leaders say it depends who you ask. But federal funding to schools could be on the line.
Posted inMichigan Government
MSU loses millions in agriculture, higher ed grants as Trump slashes USAID
More than 20 Michigan State University research projects receiving federal foreign aid funding have halted amid the Trump administration’s efforts to slash government spending. Some were notified this week that their funding is terminated entirely.
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U-M squeezed by Trump cuts; Social Security research project halted
U-M is part of a halted, $15M research project that conducts Social Security research. University president Santa Ono tells staff to expect ‘significant repercussions’ due to federal cuts.
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Two years later: How Michigan State University has changed campus safety
MSU has installed classroom door locks, added cell phone numbers to emergency alerts and installed more cameras. Leaders say a centralized security system enhances overall safety too.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Why not put Michigan solar farms on parking lots instead of farmland?
Amid bitter battles over putting renewable energy on undeveloped land, some see parking lots as an appealing alternative. But be prepared for costs to double.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Michigan universities would lose millions if Trump caps research costs
In a move temporarily suspended by a judge, National Institutes of Health is attempting to limit administrative fees of grants. Trump officials say that brings costs in line with the private sector. Researchers say the move could cost Michigan universities and hospitals hundreds of millions of dollars and stymie research.
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MSU apologizes for canceling Chinese student event after Trump order
The university now says the decision to cancel a Chinese New Year lunch for students was an ‘overreaction.’ It has been rescheduled.
Posted inMichigan Government
Report card: Gretchen Whitmer’s 48 promises during State of State speeches
Bridge Michigan’s analysis of six speeches shows the Democratic governor has had her most success implementing gun reforms and social policy, but struggled with infrastructure. The verdict is out on education.
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Amid fears of Trump DEI orders, MSU cancels Chinese New Year student lunch
International students at Michigan State University are worried about the anti-immigrant messages coming from Washington.