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Scientist describes first documented meteotsunami in Great Lakes

LANSING — Large waves from Lake Michigan struck Ludington on April 13, 2018. That was the first documented case of a meteotsunami in the Great Lakes and provides an opportunity for scientists to better understand and forecast these events, according to a new study. published in Natural Hazards. Waves reached as high as 6 feet in some areas, submerging breakwalls and damaging public docks and cottages, the study said. Meteotsunami is short for meteorological tsunami. While most tsunamis are caused by seismic activity, meteotsunamis are caused by rapid changes in air pressure, ...

Tulsa massacre documentaries offer deep dive into tragedy

LOS ANGELES — Several documentary filmmakers — some backed by NBA superstars — are shedding light on the historically ignored Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, one of the most horrific tragedies in American history. LeBron James and Russell Westbrook are among those releasing documentaries ...

NMU celebrates first MSAT grads

MARQUETTE — Northern Michigan University’s School of Health and Human Performance celebrated the first graduates of its new Masters of Science in Athletic Training program recently. Four students have completed the requirements of the inaugural “3+2” program. They earned both a ...

College admissions without ACT, SAT scores could be future trend

MARQUETTE — Reduced use of standardized tests in the college admissions process has led some college officials to question their value as indicators of college readiness and success. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, most college applicants in Michigan were required to take either the SAT or the ACT. According to Robert LeFevre, the president of Michigan Independent Colleges and Universities, which represents 25 private institutions, higher education institutions have temporarily suspended those requirements, allowing new admissions processes. “A number of the schools nationally ...

MSHS announces graduation plans

MARQUETTE — Marquette Senior High School has made plans for its graduation ceremony. Plan A is an in-person graduation held on the football field at William R. Hart Stadium will be at 6 p.m. June 4 if the current COVID-19 conditions and restrictions remain in effect or have lightened. The format would be a traditional in-person commencement ceremony held outdoors. Graduates and four guests, who must have tickets, may attend. The ceremony will be broadcasted live via REDspn/. Masks will be required. In the event of inclement weather, the graduation ceremony will be moved to 2 ...

Cannabis Center of Excellence at LSSU offers first endowed scholarship

SAULT STE. MARIE — Firsts continue for the Cannabis Center of Excellence at Lake Superior State University. In 2019, the center opened as the first cannabis chemistry program in the nation. In April, the center announced its first cannabis chemistry scholarship, an annual $1,200 awarding. Now, the center provides more financial help for its students through an endowed annual scholarship fund of $25,000 held in perpetuity that results in an additional $1,200 award each year for a deserving cannabis chemistry major. Both $1,200 cannabis chemistry scholarships go into effect for the ...