OT: US Dept of Education Also Investigating MSU
This appeared in multiple news outlets on the 26th - so readers can choose their preferred supplier. I looked at several and there is little if any variation from the AP story. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos announced the opening of this latest Title IX investigation, to examine "systemic issues" with the University's handling of sexual assault cases. MSU is now being investigated by the NCAA, the AG office, the FBI, as well as the US Dept. of Education, which also has a team from FSA (Federal Student Aid) already on campus conducting an audit for possible Clery Act violations. If, like me, you need a refresher on the Clery Act, you can read about it here https://clerycenter.org/about-page/
February 28th, 2018 at 12:26 PM ^
I, too, cannot stand 97.1 for obvious reasons. I'd rather practice falling down than listen to Valenti.. and just about everyone on that station. They are all so mind-numbingly corny.
You mentioned that you listen to podcasts - IMHO podcasts are where it's at for sports coverage, too. There are numerous podcasts out there for any specific pro team, and any college program with a large to semi-large fan base.
Just for UofM sports I subscribe to MGoBlog, The Michigan Rant (Nick Baumgartner), and Attack Each Day: The Harbaugh's Podcast. There are more but those are my three go-to's.
I'll leave it to other members for recommendations on Podcasts that cover the Red Wings, Lions, etc... Just running a quick search, it looks like "Pride of Detroit - NFL Lions Podcast" does a weekly pod that average >1 hour.
Between all of these, there's a good 5-6 hours of weekly content for your commute. Hope this helps!
February 28th, 2018 at 12:44 PM ^
The past three days are the first I've listened to the radio in like 4 months, I'm just out of content (until this morning at least). Podcasts make me forget how much I enjoy tunes in the car too though, so I like to take a break.
Yeah, between MGoBlog and Attack Each Day I get my Michigan fill. I like the Bald Move guys for TV/Movie reviews. Get some Dave & Chuck the Freak and bits My Favorite Murder overhearing while my girlfriends cooks/cleans/gets ready. I need to give the WIIM guys a try, they do a local one and broad scope NHL podcast too. TBH I can't stand the content/community over at Pride of Detroit. I doubt I'd like their podcast.
Anyone know of any good podcasts that cover Lions, Pistons, and Tigers? I like to be in the know on all four sports, and it's hard to do that on a surface level with podcasts being specialized.
February 28th, 2018 at 3:20 PM ^
I'll have to check out Bald Move, thanks for the tip.
They've been mentioned in the forums before, but I also find Pardon My Take hysterical. I often listen to those guys during my workout... hazardous, when I start cracking up with heavy weights above my head. But worth it.
February 28th, 2018 at 12:15 PM ^
NPR...barf, maybe NPR of the past
February 28th, 2018 at 1:49 PM ^
Agreed. I used to listen religiously in the old days with Bob Edwards. They did the political stuff but also lots of Americana, 15 to 20 minute features on virtually any subject. There were a lot of rumblings about government funding and I think what happened is they are now beholden to a handful of major donors who are basically mega-rich foundations which are dictating their editorial policy.
February 28th, 2018 at 12:15 PM ^
Sports talk radio in Michigan is a joke. I can't believe one of the biggest sports markets can't find someone better than MV.
February 28th, 2018 at 12:49 PM ^
West Michigan isn't nearly as bad with Drew and Jim Costa on 96.1 ...Alright Big Drew can be annoying when he tries to be funny, but at least he's not such a homer for being a Sparty. I enjoy Jim Costa in that he at least is always trying to be bring some level of an intelligent debate to the topics.
The Huge is an ass-clown but he's been laying into Sparty the last month so it's funny to see all their fans argue with him.
February 28th, 2018 at 10:20 AM ^
Nothing $40 dollars can't fix.
February 28th, 2018 at 10:26 AM ^
Betsy Devos does not know her head from her ass. I am sure nothing will come of this.
February 28th, 2018 at 10:34 AM ^
Always wondered what credentials Betsy DeVos had for these jobs other than being a trophy wife for Amyway's *cough* pyramid scheme *cough* CEO.
February 28th, 2018 at 10:59 AM ^
If Betsy DeVos is a trophy, that's not a tournament I want to win.
February 28th, 2018 at 11:57 AM ^
February 28th, 2018 at 11:59 AM ^
Imagine her 30-40 years ago.
February 28th, 2018 at 12:19 PM ^
I don't think she is hideous now either. More based on her personality, and when she speaks her mind things go south.
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February 28th, 2018 at 12:33 PM ^
Whoever took that photo looks like they were going for that high contrast look and it didn't quite work, or it could be that they were disturbed - as I was - by exactly how many flowers are in her right hand. I can only imagine that the florist thought it was overkill too, but they were being paid....
February 28th, 2018 at 10:59 AM ^
The real question DeVos should have is if MSU has sufficient security to adequately protect itself from random grizzly bear attacks.
February 28th, 2018 at 11:37 AM ^
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February 28th, 2018 at 11:38 AM ^
She is the US Education Secretary - she will not want to look bad.
February 28th, 2018 at 10:26 AM ^
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February 28th, 2018 at 10:33 AM ^
Michigan State's Mark Dantonio says he wants to be part of the solution when it comes to handling sexual assault issues on campus. pic.twitter.com/ft6Rmzmikk
— Dan Murphy (@DanMurphyESPN) February 27, 2018
Just more platitudes from Mark. Freaking first time opening his mouth in a month and this is what he produces? WHAT HAVE YOU DONE MARK! What are you actively doing to be apart of the solution? How many more mothers have you had players talk to?
February 28th, 2018 at 10:38 AM ^
The best thing Mork can do to be part of the solution is resign.
February 28th, 2018 at 11:06 AM ^
It's harder to shred evidence if you're not allowed to be in the room.
February 28th, 2018 at 1:53 PM ^
What a dolt. I'll give it to him that he's a good football coach but get this guy 2 feet away from a discussion of the 4-3 defense and you can hear the wind blowing through his ears. That scowl reminds me of how a "C" actor would play a tough football coach.
February 28th, 2018 at 10:33 AM ^
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February 28th, 2018 at 11:16 AM ^
February 28th, 2018 at 11:26 AM ^
It's always interesting thinking about his time attending MSU. He from, all accounts, is a pretty nice and calm and just generously conservative person, and so it's hard to imagine him fitting in the crazy party douche-bag punk-ass culture of MSU. But I guess when you're that good at football, I am sure they accepted him fine.
February 28th, 2018 at 10:36 AM ^
February 28th, 2018 at 10:37 AM ^
When I read DetNews or FREEP article, I didn't see the basketball/football programs mentioned, just Nassar.
I'm pretty sure the consensus opinion on this board and elsewhere is that the DOE and other agencies (ie. not MSU) will do a fair and just investigation into Nassar. There shouldn't be any concern there.
I thought the belief was that the basketball/football programs would be spared any major investigation by those same agencies.
February 28th, 2018 at 10:47 AM ^
program will be broader than just Nassar or athletics. It's not an investigation into the football and basketball programs, but it's certainly possible they will be caught up in it..
February 28th, 2018 at 11:50 AM ^
No, it won't, this has nothing to do with the athletic department. It is specificly about Nasser and how MSU responded to that. The AD is not under investigation. They just had an OCR investigation in 2015. Nasser was not a team doctor. He had nothing to do with the athletic department.
February 28th, 2018 at 1:25 PM ^
He raped several young women across many different MSU sports teams. They were reported to coaches and the athletic director and covered up. How Is that not related to the athletic department?
Edit: Ok I just re-read this and saw your join date. So either you are the biggest troll in history, or that was the single greatest use of sarcasm on record.
February 28th, 2018 at 1:23 PM ^
MSU was funneling all their sexual assault complaints from athletes to the Athletic Department. So, yeah the Athletic Department is involved I would say.
February 28th, 2018 at 1:58 PM ^
Excuse me but just how in the fuck do you trolls think you're going to come on this board and convince anyone of this crap? The football and basketball programs are the entire face of the university and the cover-up culture was built to protect those assets. Nassar used it all as cover. Fuck off.
February 28th, 2018 at 10:51 AM ^
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February 28th, 2018 at 11:08 AM ^
This is an exhaustive colonoscopy done without anasthetia...will be a bit longer than five minutes
February 28th, 2018 at 11:11 AM ^
I can't think of any agencies in the alphabet soup that are known for moving swiftly :-)
February 28th, 2018 at 12:46 PM ^
they found no evidence whatsoever of that thing called 'education' occurring at molester state univ.
none.
February 28th, 2018 at 1:34 PM ^
40 dolla, no holla.
Problem Solved.
February 28th, 2018 at 2:11 PM ^
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February 28th, 2018 at 5:04 PM ^
She should focus on getting Calvin a new basketball coach.
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