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Golden opportunity
Residents flock to jewelry stores to cash in on precious metal
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It's not 1849, but there is a type of gold rush taking over America. And Mount Pleasant residents are taking advantage, turning in gold for cash at jewelry shops. The price for gold rose to $1,000 per ounce last Thursday, which has created a gold rush stir for residents and students to sell their gold to local businesses.
Mission could be revamped
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While there is currently limited student housing on Mission Street, future developments may not be out of the question. Rich Morrison, director of community services and economic development for Mount Pleasant, has proposed a new-look on Mission Street that could include an off-campus option for student living.
40 percent of students have anxiety
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Everyone feels stressed at one point or another - especially as the end of the school year approaches. It is how the stress is handled that determines how helpful or harmful it can be, said Ross Rapaport, CMU's Counseling Center director. A recently-released survey conducted by the Associated Press and MTVU showed four in 10 college students said they endured stress often, while nearly one in five reported feeling stress most, if not all of the time.
Updated smoking policy to be changed
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Central Michigan University's 25-foot smoking policy is being revised. Tammy Griffin, CMU's manager of heath and wellness, said the policy needs to be revised to include a written practice on how to enforce the policy. She said nobody assumes responsibility to enforce the rule.
Voter turnout at CMU similar among MAC foes
Many schools average fewer than 2,000 participants
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The Student Government Association's presidential elections seem to draw an underrepresented amount of student participation. But Central Michigan University measures up when compared to other Mid-American Conference schools, which have similar enrollments.
Keynote addresses cultural conflict
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Professor Henri Beunders will speak Thursday about Islam in contemporary Europe and some of the problems that have arisen between the cultures. His presentation, entitled "Fortuyn (killed), Van Gogh (killed) and Ayaan Hirsi Ali (banished): Driving Out the Unholy Trinity from the Netherlands," is the inaugural keynote address for the CMU Graduate History Colloquium.
A love and war comedy
'Arms and the Man' debuts today in Bush Theatre
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Katie Meyer was excited to be cast for the role of Raina in "Arms and the Man" in February. "She's very dynamic about things, which makes it 10 times more fun," the Ohio sophomore said about her character. University Theatre will host "Arms and the Man," the comedy by George Bernard Shaw, this week in Moore Hall's Bush Theatre.
Life in brief
Crime Local man faces animal cruelty charges An Isabella County man is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday for his alleged role in the death of his dog. Harold Riggs Jr. will appear before Trial Judge William R. Rush at 8:15 a.m. for a preliminary examination.
Members get 'thrill' speaking to crowds
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Baroda senior Anne Marie Hartman doesn't get cold feet speaking in public. "I get a real thrill speaking in front of crowds," Hartman said. "It's what I've always wanted to do since I was a little kid." Baroda took home seven awards at this year's Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League State Championship as part of Central Michigan University's speech and debate team.
Excellence without excuses
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The key to success is to never need excuses. Melanie Nelson, an associate communication disorders professor, stressed that point during the second annual Strong, Ethnic, Educated Divas panel discussion on Monday. Nelson said she is the only black woman in the United States who is a practicing audiologist.
Psychology fair to take place WednesdayPsychology majors can research opportunities in their field Wednesday.
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Psychology majors can research opportunities in their field Wednesday. Central Michigan University's chapter of the Association for Psychological Science Student Caucus is having a social at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Health Professions Building's Global Teleconference Room.
African culture series in Calkins Hall this week
Students share experiences of studying in Africa
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Grand Blanc junior Katie Quinn has never been to Africa, but has been inspired by people she has met. "I was inspired by friends I met in Calkins from Zambia and Egypt," Quinn said. Quinn planned "Exploring Africa" for her final project in her Leadership 402 class, and has been working on this program all semester.
Science and technology fair today
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Students will get the chance to network with science and technology professionals today. The Science and Technology Career Fair will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on the first floor hallway of the IET building. "This will connect (students) to the professional world," said Julia Sherlock, director of Career Services.
Students "catch" literacy fever
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The next time Kathleen Mcilmoyle wants to set up a huge event, the Clarkston senior will know exactly what to do. Mcilmoyle is part of a Recreation Programming class that teaches students how to organize detailed events for charity. Her group decided to organize a Catchphrase tournament, which was Tuesday night in the Wolt Hall's lobby.
Sophomore wins first place at Battle of the Bands for fundraiser
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Supporters of local talent packed into The Cabin, 930 W. Broomfield Road for the sixth annual PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America) "Battle at the 'Bin"on Tuesday. Carrollton sophomore Mike Mike Myczkowiak, who won the event, said the simplicity of his acoustic guitar helped him win.
