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MSU mobile vet clinic assists shelters struggling to obtain veterinary care

Takwa Khalil

July 20, 2026

The MSU College of Veterinary Medicine launched the Community Medicine Program and a mobile surgical unit last month, offering spay-and-neuter services to shelters that struggle to access veterinary care. Most shelters in Michigan don’t have access to a veterinarian, which can be difficult because animals need to be spayed or neutered before they’re adopted.

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5 songs to add to your study abroad playlist this summer

Alyssa Perera

July 15, 2026

This five-track assortment was selected to accompany the adventure of going abroad and provide a backdrop for the life-changing trip that you are bound to reference for the rest of time. 

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MSU project helps connect Black Americans to their ancestors

Takwa Khalil

July 8, 2026

Enslaved.org, launched with MSU's help, connects Black Americans with their ancestors.

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Australian university student reps MSU across the globe

Audrey Dayton

June 23, 2026

Isabel Olson, a student at The University of Sydney (Australia), collects MSU merchandise after spending a summer in Michigan and experiencing an MSU football game and community.

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After nine years, MSU professor releases Greek tragedy-inspired opera project

Alyssa Perera

June 22, 2026

Austin Oting Har, a professor in RCAH, further explores his own art with new opera album.

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Andrea Louie's path to publication

Abigail Hosler

June 13, 2026

In December 2025, Louie, a Michigan State University professor and chair of the university’s department of anthropology, published "Chinese American Mothering: Toy Len Goon’s Legacy and the Myth of Model Minority" – a story chronicling her own grandmother's life. 

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MSU alum pays tribute to university in new single

Alyssa Perera

June 2, 2026

From Rick's to recording studios, MSU alum tributes his time at school with new single "Michigan."

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Lansing Roller Derby hosts WFTDA North America Playoffs

Ever Pratt-Hart

May 29, 2026

From May 29-31, Lansing Roller Derby is hosting the Women's Flat Track Derby Association North America Playoffs at the Lansing Center.

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2026 Spartan Reunion welcomes alumni back to campus

Ever Pratt-Hart

May 28, 2026

The Spartan Reunion, where alumni are invited to revisit familiar campus gems, explore things they never got the chance to and continue to make MSU a part of their history, takes place from May 27-29

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As Lansing’s new poet laureate, MSU professor says poetry is a path to discovery

Alyssa Perera

May 20, 2026

A central element to MSU assistant professor Suban Nur Cooley’s tenure as the 2026-2028 Greater Lansing area poet laureate is empathy. Her hope is to help people understand each other, connect, and in doing so, foster a better world.

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Vibrant mural brings new light into Grand River Alley

Alyssa Perera

May 4, 2026

The “Critter Corner" mural, painted by MSU’s Art & Design fraternity, city workers and a Girl Scout Troop, was collaboratively created and finished on April 30.

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'Upcycled Home' collaborative exhibit at MSU Union draws crowds just before Earth day

Sophia Ehlers

April 22, 2026

The MSU Union 2nd floor art gallery hosts a reception for the "Upcycled Home" exhibit, a collaborative effort between departments, businesses, and student organizations.

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MSU film collective watches and discusses 'Goodbye, Dragon Inn'

Sophia Ehlers

March 13, 2026

The MSU Film Collective, also known as class FLM 200, and some non-student members gathered in Wells Hall for a screening of the film, Goodbye, Dragon Inn. The screening was held Thursday, Mar. 12.

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RCAH theater hosts experimental music collaboration

Sophia Ehlers

February 26, 2026

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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MSU alumna takes her seat at Wharton

Lily Cole

February 14, 2026

Sandra Seaton's play, "Sally," will debut for its world premiere at Wharton Center from Feb. 19 to 21.

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Students collaborate with artist in new Olin Health Center mural

Sophia Ehlers

February 6, 2026

New artist-in-residence India Solomon collaborates with students and University Health and Wellness on a mural in Olin Health Center.

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Residential College of Arts and Humanities introduces Bogue Street Records

Alyssa Perera

January 26, 2026

A team of professors and students based in RCAH facilitates Lansing's music scene through a new record label.

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MSU professor returns to 'Jeopardy!' for a second chance

Amy Cho

December 6, 2025

Back in July, Michigan State University’s Interim Director of Film Studies Pete Johnston competed on “Jeopardy!” for the first time. Now, he’s back again for another shot at first place. 

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On MSU's busy campus, getting to class is a daily negotiation

Ashley Romo

November 25, 2025

Movement across MSU's massive campus is a daily struggle. Students say the winter weather only heightens the tension among the many ways Spartans travel.

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Students reflect, remote celebration of Dia de los Muertos

Alyssa Perera

November 7, 2025

Students make the adjustment to celebrating a major holiday without family.