‘It’s very jarring’: MSU film students react to Hollywood writers' strikes

As the ongoing writers' and actors' strikes in Hollywood pass the 125-day mark, Michigan State University film students are growing uncertain about their futures. “I don't want anybody going out there thinking that they're going to just have a set position in the set job that they're going to be offered,” journalism and music performance senior Aiden Binford said. “It's very jarring. It's very unstable.”

“Walk a Mile in My Shoes” rally promotes mental health, wellness

On Sept. 13 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., around 2,000 Michigan citizens surrounded the Michigan Capitol for the “Walk a Mile in My Shoes” rally to bring more attention to mental and public health and wellness. The main organization that held this rally was the Community Mental Health Association of Michigan, or CMHA, with different associated organizations representing each county in Michigan. 

East Lansing Farmers Market welcomes students with "Spartan Appreciation Day"

The East Lansing Farmers Market, or ELFM, welcomed ‘Spartan Appreciation Day’ on Sunday Sept. 17. ‘Spartan Appreciation Day’ was meant to recognize the city’s special relationship with Michigan State University and welcome students to the community. 

Here is what's happening during MSU's homecoming week

Students, family, alumni and faculty will join Michigan State University in the celebration of Homecoming 2023 with a host of events. The festivities will begin on Monday, Sept. 18 to Sunday, Sept. 24.

The Spartan Marching Band fosters community through storytelling

The Spartan Marching Band inspires collaboration amongst the MSU community in a time where apprehension looms.

Students discuss summer of pop culture, redefining feminism

The summer of 2023 has been a whirlwind for popular culture and feminism, with Taylor Swift's Era's Tour causing a small earthquake, "Barbie" making pink waves in the film industry and Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour projected to become the highest-grossing tour of a female artist ever. For many Michigan State University students, all three have been integral in redefining feminism, beauty and sexuality.

Spartan Remix showcases campus culture at Breslin Center

MSU alumnus Aaron Foley's 'Boys Come First' book adapting into TV show

In May of 2022, Michigan State University and the State News alumnus Aaron Foley debuted his book "Boys Come First," a novel exploring the lives of three gay friends from Detroit. Now, the book has reaching new heights, after Amazon bought its rights with the intention of adapting it into a TV series. 

How 'man on the street' interviews are becoming more intrusive

If you've scrolled through TikTok or Instagram in the past few months, you may have come videos that involve enthusiastic influencers running up to a random passerby, shoving a mic in their face and then asking a slew of questions, like "how much rent do you pay," or "can you rate how attractive this girl is?" MSU legal experts and students weighed in on whether the trend is an invasion of privacy or not.

Collegiate Recovery Community students face challenges with dorm-living

Members of MSU's Collegiate Recovery Community have designated dorm floors to provide them with a safe and supportive living environment. But when these spaces are shared with non-CRC students who did not know they would be living on substance-free floors, challenges arise.

International students discuss workplace culture shocks

Across the globe, many countries have different workplace customs and expectations that dictate how employees can balance their work and social lives. For many international students at Michigan State University, American workplace expectations can often require an adjustment.

The hidden gems of the Greater Lansing area

The start of a new academic year calls for mastering the art of navigating CATA buses. What better way to do so than by uncovering the hidden treasures of Greater Lansing?

'Its impact is with us': City of Lansing hosts 9/11 memorial service

Today, the City of Lansing hosted a memorial service to honor the lives lost and the bravery of not only first responders, but the citizens of the United States on Sept. 11, 2001. Key members at the memorial included Lansing mayor Andy Schor and first responders from across the city. 

MSU experts discuss recent extreme weather events, expectations for Michigan

Recent extreme weather events have generated discussion among MSU experts over climate change and its implications for Michigan.Earth and environmental sciences professor Bruno Basso said climate change is increasing the frequency of severe weather.  

'This ultimately affects everyone.' The fight against food insecurity in mid-Michigan is a community effort

September is Hunger Action Month across the nation, encouraging food donation to fight hunger and the uncertainty of food in American households.

The Rent Is Too Damn High demonstration calls for Lansing housing changes

On Sep. 5 at noon, around the courtyard and on the steps of the Michigan Capitol, a crowd of roughly 500 people chanted, “the rent is too damn high!” The demonstration was to express their disapproval of Lansing housing conditions and costs.

What’s the best way to get around MSU? Students weigh in

With over 50,000 total students at Michigan State University this fall, transportation has stood out as an issue students have been worried about while starting school. Here is a guide to each method of transportation and how students feel about them.

Students discuss off-campus, on-campus jobs at MSU

Working a job in college is a great way to keep your pockets from emptying during the school year, but deciding whether to work through the university or through a local business can be daunting. MSU students discuss their experiences with off and on-campus jobs and how they balance their academic commitments with work.

Tailgates begin, students wish for a successful football season

Despite a disappointing 2022 football season, Spartan fans were back on campus Friday excited and ready to support the Michigan State Football team during their first game against Central Michigan.

Spartans celebrate first football game of season with day-long festivities

As Michigan State University kicks off their first game of the season against Central Michigan University, students, parents and community members alike gathered on campus once again for fun traditions and activities.