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22 Spartan to Spartan book recommendations
MSU students suggest some books you should add to your 2022 reading list.
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Hadestown blows away audiences at the Wharton Center
Following the run of the critically-acclaimed Hadestown at the Wharton Center, audiences were moved by the retelling of classic Greek mythology in a new and emotional way.
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Activism in marketing: A ploy or authentic advocacy?
Like Ben & Jerry's, many companies around the world incorporate activism into their marketing, but the question becomes one of authenticity.
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Analyzing Hollywood's It couple: Pete Davidson and Kim Kardashian
Every celebrity couple looks perfect, but what if they were manufactured to look that way? The breaking news of Pete Davidson and Kim Kardashian coupling up seems to have broken the internet, and some conspiracies on media relationships have risen out of it.
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Virgil Abloh: Founding father for a new generation of fashion
"Fashion is changing, and in a world where fashion could be synonymous with accountability, creativity, advocacy and impact, Virgil Abloh is a founding father," writes public health reporter Raenu Charles.
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Hollywood goes green: Astronomy department discusses film 'Don't Look Up'
Michigan State University's Astronomy Department gets a shoutout in the new Netflix film featuring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawerence.
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Entertainment picks up with added precautions and excitement
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, entertainment like concerts and campus events are opening up again with added safety and health precautions. These large gatherings are also seeing an increase in attendance.
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Tips for staying safe on your next night out
MSUPD and ELPD suggest strategies for staying safe while going out, including limiting distractions and turning on tracking services.
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'Confidence comes and goes throughout life': MSU students reflect on their growth in confidence
Many students struggle with self-confidence in college, while others see the four years as the time when they truly found how to be themselves. Read as MSU students share their stories.
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'The story is so universal': Chibueze Ihuoma previews Hadestown
The Tony Award-winning musical Hadestown will be making a stop at the Wharton Center from Dec. 7-12.
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MSU is groovin' with the Grammys
As the Grammy nominations come out, MSU students react to some of their favorite artists and albums, as well as reflect on some of the faults of the award show.
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Wrapping up the year with Spotify Wrapped
While the year comes to an end, music fanatics receive their Spotify Wrapped lists and share them on social media for all of their followers to see and bask in the uniqueness of each person's music taste.
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State News alumnus competes on 'Jeopardy!'
The State News gets a special shoutout from MSU alumnus and former editor-in-chief David Miller on the Dec. 1 episode of “Jeopardy!”
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Why you should (or maybe should not) watch 'Hawkeye'
“Hawkeye,” premiered Wednesday, Nov. 24, on Disney Plus and will run every Wednesday through Dec. 22. The show stars Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton, or Hawkeye, and Hailee Steinfeld as Kate Bishop.
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'After all this time?': Ranking the 'Harry Potter' movie series
From wands and wizards to potions and robes, reporter Sara Tidwell ranks the Harry Power movie series in order from worst to best.
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Facebook changes its corporate name to Meta: MSU professors react
Advertising and public relations professors weigh in on what this name change means for the company.
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The most caffeinated time of the year: The history of Starbucks' holiday cup
Starbucks' holiday cups date back to the '90s and have offered a sense of the winter season ever since with their intricate, festive designs.
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Nokomis Cultural Heritage Center celebrates and preserves its Anishinaabe roots
Nokomis Cultural Heritage Center strives to educate and preserve through outdoor kids classes and opportunities for Anishinaabe citizens to learn and practice their culture.
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Taylor Swift releases 'Red (Taylor's Version),' makes fans all too unwell
Taylor Swift's, “Red (Taylor’s Version)" has MSU students feeling nostalgic and emotional. It captures the essence of being youthful in a mature tone and brings a brand new experience.
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8 Friendsgiving recipes to try out at your next gathering
From mac & cheese to apple pie, try out these delicious recipes at your Thanksgiving meal with friends.