Drivers may soon be adding texting to their list of illegal things to do behind the wheel. With a vote of 74-33, the State House recently passed a bill that […]
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RSO helps abandoned pets find new homes
Cate Arroe has led an effort to stop the trend of student-owned dogs being abandoned at the end of the year. “I have heard horror stories about students abandoning their […]
Pedestrian Safety Task Force report released
The Pedestrian Safety Task Force recently released their comprehensive report as a part of Ferris’ master plan to improve pedestrian safety. The Pedestrian Safety Task Force was appointed by President […]
Torch News Briefs
Torchbearer Awards The Torchbearer Awards presentation will take place on April 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. in Williams Auditorium. Rising Star, Torchbearer, 5-Star Organizations, Volunteer Center, Greek, Greek Advisor […]
125 years of pride
Ferris’ 125th Celebration brought faculty, students and community members together to celebrate the legacy of Ferris and Big Rapids. The week-long celebration included performances from Ferris’ West Central Chamber Orchestra […]
Fact or fiction: Can a student move off campus before age 20?
Sadie Wise believes when a person reaches age 18, they reach adulthood. Wise, a freshman in communications, is frustrated that she is not able to live in the on-campus apartments […]
Ferris deans retiring
Three deans at Ferris are set to retire after the spring 2010 semester comes to an end. Dean Matthew Klein, College of Arts and Sciences, Dean Ian Mathison, College of […]
A round-up of this week’s crime on the FSU campus
Wires Cut On April 19 at 11 a.m., a subject noticed that their vehicle’s transmission wires were cut in Lot 47. Investigation continues. No suspects. Traffic Stop On April 22 […]
Eye spy osprey
A pair of nesting osprey at Ferris has inspired the university to take action in a project that has become an internet sensation. The Osprey Web Cam Project was initiated […]
Air conditioning project under way
Early this month, the Ferris Board of Trustees approved a new heating and air conditioning project for the Arts and Sciences Complex. The project entails the installation of a new […]