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EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Movies, TV shows to look out for this summer

Hannah Locke

April 19, 2024

After a year that saw a host of iconic films such as "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer," as well as beloved TV Shows like "Abbott Elementary," "The Bear" and "The Last of Us," 2024 has some big shoes to fill. That being said, there are quite a few movies and shows releasing this summer that will hopefully meet these expectations. Here is a list of movies and TV shows to keep an eye out for this summer.

STUDENTS

'Double Spartans': Deciding to attend MSU for both undergraduate, graduate degrees

Hannah Locke

April 17, 2024

There are over 7,200 students enrolled in masters and doctoral programs at Michigan State University. Some of these students have the unique opportunity of attending MSU for both their undergraduate and graduate degrees, becoming "double Spartans."

STUDENTS

MSU students find community, empowerment in women's organizations on campus

Kendra Gilchrist

April 16, 2024

The first ten female students started at Michigan State University, named the State Agricultural College at the time, in 1870. Now, women make up 51.4% of the total undergraduate enrollment. The growing number of women on MSU’s campus has led to a flourishing selection of influential women’s organizations.

STUDENTS

MSU club CTRL+A celebrates APIDA heritage month with 6th annual spring showcase

Amy Cho

April 16, 2024

On Sunday, April 14, 2024, Michigan State University’s CTRL+A organization hosted its annual spring showcase event on its 6th anniversary to celebrate the organization as a whole.

STUDENTS

MSU seniors graduating early reflect on experiences, 'missing out'

Ridhima Kodali

April 16, 2024

As the tassels turn and the stadium is flooded with emerald green gowns, the Commencement ceremony marks the end of college's four memorable years. For many Michigan State University graduating seniors, however, this experience wrapped up only in three.

SOCIAL JUSTICE

MSU students protest for support of transgender students following anti-trans rights demonstration

Jack Williams

April 15, 2024

Students peacefully protested outside the Hannah Administration Building today to advocate for MSU to adhere to diversity, equity and inclusion standards in support of transgender and gender non-conforming students. The protest was a response to a demonstration held in Brody Hall on April 4 that students deemed transphobic.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

'Out of the Darkness' 5K raises over $10,000, gathers 250 attendees for suicide prevention

Ridhima Kodali

April 14, 2024

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, or AFSP, partnered with Michigan State University Counseling And Psychiatric Services counselors to hold the "Out of the Darkness" 5k Walk held at the Wells Hall courtyard for suicide prevention on Sunday, April 14.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Solstice Jazz Festival returning to East Lansing

Liam Clymer

April 14, 2024

The Summer Solstice Jazz Festival is returning for its 27th year. The festivities will run from June 21-22 and will feature acclaimed performers and local musicians.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

MSU showcases student research in 2024 UURAF

Kendra Gilchrist

April 13, 2024

The 26th annual University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum, or UURAF, took place at the Breslin Center on April 12 From 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., where over a thousand undergraduate students presented their work to their peers, MSU faculty, judges and community members both in person and online.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

MSU Neighborhood Student Success Center to host de-stress event Wednesday evening

Demonte Thomas

April 9, 2024

The Neighborhood Student Success Center River Trail/MASP Neighborhood, in collaboration with the Owen Hall student government, is holding a Destress for Success event for students to relax while preparing for the final weeks of the spring semester.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

N Crowd intersects student designs and social justice in third annual spring fashion show

Shakyra Mabone

April 8, 2024

Michigan State University's student-run fashion magazine, N Crowd, hosted its third annual spring fashion show at Demonstration Hall Saturday night. This year's theme of the fashion show was "School Kids Aesthetic," featuring street-styled clothing from at least 15 students and local designers.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

MSU Indian Students Organization celebrates return of Sargam cultural fair

Demonte Thomas

April 8, 2024

MSU's Indian Students Organization held its annual Sargam cultural fair on April 7, 2024, the first time the event was held in five years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' inspires connection through Broadway-level storytelling

Liam Clymer

April 7, 2024

'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' opened at the Wharton Center on April 2. The experience of live performance fostered connection among audience members.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

MSU hosts Pride Showcase, provides safe space for queer students to express themselves

Hannah Locke

April 4, 2024

Last night, Michigan State University hosted its annual Pride Showcase for the university’s pride month. Pride month, a celebration of the queer community and queer history, takes place every year in June. Since the school year is done by that time, MSU chooses to celebrate Pride month in April.

STUDENTS

MSU student group uses PR project to draw attention to multiculturalism

Liam Clymer

April 3, 2024

MSU PRSSA engaged in the Bateman Case Study Competition to bring attention to Culturs magazine— a publication with multicultural stories as a focus. PR senior and MSU Bateman Team Captain Cameron Oade hopes his team’s work brings awareness to encourage students to step outside of their bubble.

COMMUNITY

The Islamic Center of East Lansing celebrates Ramadan, promotes community

Kyle O'Connor

April 3, 2024

Within the month of Ramadan, many people throughout the world celebrate a time of fasting, abstinence, praying, and self-reflection. During this time, Muslims in East Lansing find companionship and community within the Islamic Center of East Lansing. Islamic Center of East Lansing Trustee Thasin Sardar said that, in addition to fasting from dawn to dusk, "Muslims indulge increased spirituality, sharing meals with one another and increased charitable giving during this month."

COMMUNITY

MSU Black Book Initiative promotes Black belonging, community resources on campus

Jada Vasser

April 2, 2024

The Black student experience at MSU is an experience that does not get highlighted enough. This is a goal The Black Book Initiative wants to express and bring to the stage, signaling that the experience is valid and deserves to be heard equally. The book serves as a step towards promoting Black involvement on campus and Black belonging on campus, a feeling that most Black students at MSU will say they did not feel entering the university. Highlighting Greek life, faith, professional development, Black-owned businesses and many more, The Black Book is an item to signify safe spaces for Black students and students of color on and off campus.

HEALTH

How to approach spring cleaning in an eco-friendly way

Joe Lorenz

April 2, 2024

Household cleaning chemicals are known to leech into our soil, water and air, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. These chemicals find their way into the environment through aerosolized sprays, surface runoff into waterways, and from pouring used products down the drain. This spring, some students that wish to clean their house and reduce stress on the environment are using home-made alternative cleaners.

STUDENTS

MSU students battle monsters, explore other worlds through Tabletop Club

Emilio Perez Ibarguen

April 1, 2024

The MSU tabletop club is where students interested in board games and tabletop roleplaying games can find people to play with and organize campaigns. In the club, students playing games such as "Dungeons & Dragons" enjoy the large degree of freedom granted to players.

STUDENTS

Renaissance Sword Society members revive medieval martial arts at MSU

Jack Williams

April 1, 2024

Although Thursday nights in the second floor gym of the IM Circle building may look like a scene out of a Shakespeare play, the members of the Renaissance Sword Society need not have a heavy head or crown — just their longswords, some in-depth knowledge of medieval dueling tactics, and a bit of padding.