The forecast predicts a high of 44 and a low of 30.
Former professor alleges sex discrimination, intends to sue MSU
A former associate professor in the College of Human Medicine intends to sue Michigan State University, alleging he was wrongfully terminated after reporting harassment and that he was treated worse than his female colleagues because of his sex. Shawn Jobe filed a notice of intent to sue the university, as well as the MSU Board of Trustees and former Dean of Human Medicine Aron Sousa, on Jan. 16 in the Michigan Court of Claims. Filing a notice is a required step before pursuing legal action against a public institution like MSU, although it doesn’t guarantee a case will make it to court. According to the filing, which was obtained by The State News through a public records request, Jobe’s troubles with the university began in October 2022. That month, Jobe became aware of patient safety concerns that had been raised by nursing staff within MSU’s Center for Bleeding and Clotting Disorders, a department he oversaw. However, Jobe considered the nursing staff’s concerns “so flagrantly unfounded” that he reported concerns of harassment to MSU. The next month, Jobe was placed on a performance improvement plan, which he claims he was put on without being given options to contest the decision.
Adaptive Sports and Recreation Club takes floorball to the next level
Michigan State’s Adaptive Sports and Recreation Club provides many opportunities for disabled and able-bodied students and community members to participate in sports. From floorball and “trashketball” to various drills and games, the club offers activities almost every day of the week. But it’s not all fun and games; it’s serious competition, especially when it comes to floorball. Floorball, or wheelchair hockey, functions as an extension of the Adaptive Sports Club. The biweekly practices and games draw athletes from as far as two hours away to compete and prepare for upcoming competitions. The team has traveled all over the world, representing the United States at international floorball tournaments. Last year, the squad competed in Sweden, and this spring, they will travel to Switzerland. Preparations are in full swing. The club holds tryouts for the competition, where many experienced community members and a few lucky students will make the team and get a seat on the plane.
How career-focused fraternities and sororities are shaping campus culture
At MSU, Greek life has had a long-lasting impact on campus society and the connections that students make. However, not every student feels drawn to traditional chapters or sees their goals reflected in these organizations. This has led to the growth of a different type of Greek involvement on campus: professional fraternities and sororities. These organizations aim to create a community for students who want to develop their careers early in college. Professional chapters offer a structured way to gain those advantages, providing mentorship, skill‑building workshops and networks that extend beyond MSU. Sarah Reynolds, a sophomore studying supply chain management, is a member of Phi Chi Theta, a coed professional business fraternity. While she initially joined to branch out and meet new people, she realized that the organization would give her so much more. “PCT has encouraged me to experience things outside of my comfort zone,” Reynolds said. “[It] provided me with resources to be successful, and helped me elevate my character with the people around me.” This support is what encouraged her to run for Member Wellness Chair, which is the role she’s in right now. She works directly with the Director of Membership Wellness to give support to students throughout the fraternity, providing resources like scheduled check‑ins with new members and links to mental health resources.
