Here's today's MSU High 5 – a morning hello and the fastest way to get you up to speed with what's happening at Michigan State University.
1. Work-related deaths down; homicides may be on the rise: Early figures from an annual Michigan State University report indicate that the number of workplace deaths in Michigan has decreased, but work-related homicides may be rising. An estimated 125 workers died while on the job in 2014, down from 134 confirmed deaths in 2013, yet homicide figures for this year already indicate that this number may go up compared to last year. More >>
2. MSU College of Engineering Design Day is May 1: The Michigan State University College of Engineering Design Day showcases projects that not only offer valuable results for businesses and on-the-job experience for students, but also provides higher education partnerships. It’s a win-win for all involved. More >>
3. MSU, City of East Lansing annouce 2015 One Book, One Community selections: The City of East Lansing and Michigan State University announce the 2015 One Book, One Community program, featuring the works of two extraordinary champions of human rights. This year’s selections embody the 2015 theme: “A Community Conversation on Justice, Human Rights and Compassion.” More >>
4. MSU students awarded funds for community service projects abroad: Three MSU students have received grants to pursue projects in Mali and El Salvador that are intended to improve the quality of life for people in those countries. More >>
5. MSU to host international humanities conference: Michigan State University’s College of Arts and Letters — together with MATRIX, The Center for Digital Humanities and Social Sciences at MSU; LEADR, The Lab for the Education and Advancement in Digital Research; and the MSU Libraries — will host the annual Humanities, Arts, Science, and Technology Alliance and Collaboratory Conference May 27-31 at the Kellogg Center. More >>
For even more of the latest MSU stories, updates, experts, photos and videos, visit msutoday.msu.edu, subscribe to the MSUToday Weekly Update, follow @MSUNews and use the hashtag #MSUHigh5.