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RCAH theater hosts experimental music collaboration

Sophia Ehlers
In the basement of Snyder-Phillips Hall, is the Michigan State University record label, Bogue Street Records. One of the first albums released under the label is Day Zero Breakdown, by Lansing local Dennis Hinrichsen. In collaboration with the RCAH Center for Poetry and two other Michigan artists, Worm Moon and bioPrism, the album was performed in the RCAH Theatre. 

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Falling into fall fashion

Emma Bowman
October 27, 2025

The start of a new season brings forth major changes within the world of fashion, and when the leaves change so do the wardrobes of every Michigan State student. Some clothing pieces are recycled from years past and others are spending their first autumn in the spotlight. 

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Lansing hosts return of Great Lakes Classic foosball tournament

Nandini Jaithalia
October 7, 2025

More than 200 players gathered in Lansing for the Great Lakes Classic Foosball Championships, hosted by Foosball Clubs USA, which promotes the game in schools to build confidence and community among youth. Top U.S. player Muñoz and longtime veteran Mike Weyrowske reflected on foosball’s personal and cultural impact, with organizers hopeful the sport will continue to inspire and even change lives.

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MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: My ultimate Grand River study crawl

Saanvi Seth
August 14, 2025

"Building hopping" when I have a lot of work on my plate is my favorite activity. If you tie that together with the fact that I'm an avid coffee enthusiast, and always need a fun drink while I'm working, you get my Grand River study crawl. There are many study spots along Grand River - some that I haven't even tried yet. But these are the ones that have seen me time and time again in the past two years. 

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MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: How to navigate first week feelings

Robin Han
August 14, 2025

I still remember how surreal it felt when my parents dropped me off at my freshman-year dorm. The last few months of my life had built up to that moment. Senior year felt like a lead-up to adulthood, and summer felt like the final stretch of being a kid. I thought I was ready to grow up, but once I arrived, I had no idea where to start or how to navigate anything.