Stalking reports rose from 89 in 2024 to 103 in 2025, dating violence reports increased from 20 to 41 and motor vehicle thefts climbed from 41 to 59 from 2024 to 2025. 

Domestic violence reports declined from 11 in 2023 to four in 2025 and aggravated assault reports fell from 23 in 2024 to 18 in 2025.

MSU also saw three hazing violations in 2025. Hazing did not become a reportable crime under the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act until December 2024, so there aren't available hazing statistics for previous years. MSU prohibits hazing and encourages students to report suspected incidents involving student organizations. Emergency situations and immediate threats should be reported to police, while non-emergency concerns can be directed to the Office of Student Support and Accountability.

The report includes fire statistics for university housing in East Lansing, along with information about prevention programs, fire safety systems and evacuation procedures.

Reported incidents in 2023 and 2024 included a dryer fire in Wilson Hall, a scooter battery fire in McDonel Hall, a cooking fire at 1855 Place and a laundry fire in Landon Hall. 

MSU requires students to evacuate immediately whenever a fire alarm sounds, including during drills and system tests. Students should use the nearest safe exit, avoid elevators and proceed to the designated meeting area at least 200 feet from the building. Residents must remain outside until fire or public safety personnel authorize them to return.

The university conducts monthly fire drills in residence halls. Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with multiple exits rather than relying on their usual route.

The report also outlines restrictions on appliances and other items that could create fire hazards. Although some everyday appliances are permitted, students should check the rules that apply to their specific housing arrangement.

MSU allows small refrigerators, compact microwaves, coffee makers and electric kettles under its applicable requirements. However, many cooking appliances — including air fryers, toasters, hot plates and toaster ovens — are prohibited in residence hall rooms and may only be used in designated kitchen facilities where allowed.

Candles, candle warmers, wax melters and space heaters are also prohibited. Students are not allowed to cover or tamper with smoke detectors, interfere with sprinkler systems, hang items from sprinkler pipes or block hallways and exits with personal belongings. MSU also prohibits smoking and vaping on university property.

These rules are intended to reduce fire risks and ensure that residents can leave buildings quickly during an emergency. Violations involving fire equipment, false alarms or other dangerous behavior may result in disciplinary consequences.

MSU’s Department of Police and Public Safety serves as a resource for students who need emergency assistance or want to report safety concerns. Students can call 911 for emergencies or contact DPPS at 517-355-2221 for non-emergency assistance.

The university also uses MSU Alert to communicate emergency information through channels such as text messages and email.

Beyond emergencies, MSU provides procedures for reporting hazing, sexual misconduct, dating violence and stalking. Students can contact MSU’s Office for Civil Rights and Title IX Education and Compliance to report relationship violence or sexual misconduct and learn about available support.

Students do not need to know exactly how to categorize an experience before seeking information or assistance. They can seek confidentiality before sharing sensitive information, since some university employees have reporting obligations.

The report also addresses alcohol and drug policies, including university regulations, legal consequences, available education and counseling resources. MSU enforces applicable local, state and federal laws. Violations of university policy may result in disciplinary action.

Students can access the full report and additional campus safety information through MSU’s DPPS website.