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MSU rewards Guskiewicz for staying as faculty remain split
The president's new contract comes days after he reversed course on Clemson, prompting both praise and skepticism across campus.
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MSU taps John Palumbo as interim athletic director
Spartan Ventures CEO Jon Palumbo will hold the position of interim athletic director until a permanent candidate has been named.
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J Batt to leave MSU on July 28
Athletics Director J Batt will officially be leaving Michigan State University on July 28 with a $3.95 million buyout, according to a University of Kentucky press release on Thursday evening.
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As MSU retains Guskiewicz, Clemson’s search moved forward behind closed doors
Clemson University selected University of Georgia Provost Benjamin Ayers as its next president days after Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz reversed his decision to leave.
MICHIGAN
League of Women Voters host virtual forum with District 7 candidates
Three candidates for the District 7 Democratic seat share main talking points at the League of Women Voters of Livingston's July 2 virtual forum.
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Crime blotter: operating under the influence and larceny
Larceny and operating under the influence were both reported multiple times last week.
COMMUNITY
MSU project helps connect Black Americans to their ancestors
Enslaved.org, launched with MSU's help, connects Black Americans with their ancestors.
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Guskiewicz says he began exploring departure from MSU in March
The State News spoke with Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz for an interview following his announcement that he would remain at the university.
ICE HOCKEY
MSU hockey loads NHL Development Camp rosters last week
Michigan State hockey has brought in more draft picks and talent each year under coach Adam Nightingale, which was highlighted last week at NHL Development Camps. Eighteen players on the upcoming 2026-27 roster participated in Development Camps last week. An additional six former and five committed Spartans were also in attendance, spanning 19 of the 32 franchises.
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After rallying MSU alumni to support Guskiewicz, Izzo thrilled president is staying
Men's basketball head coach Tom Izzo said Kevin Guskiewicz's decision to remain as Michigan State University's president is a moment for “unity.”
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Kevin Guskiewicz to stay at MSU
President Kevin Guskiewicz is staying at Michigan State University.
STUDENTS
MSU student group helps foster conversations across the political aisle
MSU Middle Ground is a group that fosters conversation about hot-topic issues with people across the political aisle to create empathy for the other side.
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Nothing to change for MSU after Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete ban
The U.S. Supreme Court's six-judge conservative majority ruled transgender athlete bans are constitutional this week, making way for the NCAA to continue its restrictions on said athletes.
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Crime blotter: MSU ordinance violations and larceny
MSU ordinance violations and larceny were both reported multiple times last week.
BUSINESS
Coral Gables leaves lasting East Lansing legacy with June 30 closure
Coral Gables, a nearly century-old East Lansing staple, will be closing its doors on June 30.
NEWS
New NCAA age-based eligibility clock to shift sports at MSU
The NCAA approved one of the most substantial changes to student-athlete eligibility last Tuesday — a five-year rule. Players will have a five-year period of eligibility (POE) upon college enrollment or the “start of the academic year” following their 19th birthday, whichever comes first. The rule eliminates redshirts and will shift recruiting, roster building and development across all MSU sports - notably football, basketball and hockey.
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Supreme Court allows MSU professor Lisa Cook to remain on Federal Reserve Board amid Trump removal fight
The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook can remain in her position while legal challenges over President Trump’s attempt to remove her continue.
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Go Music Trio highlights water as central theme in Beal Botanical Garden's music series
The Beal Botanical Garden’s Go Music Trio concert was nestled between the Main Library and the IM Circle, showcasing a part of the garden’s four-part series: air, water, fire and earth.
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
East Lansing celebrates 30th annual Summer Solstice Jazz Festival
East Lansing celebrated its 30th annual Summer Solstice Jazz Festival on Albert Avenue, squeezed between Harper’s and Dave’s Hot Chicken at the Al and Beth Cafagna Founders’ Stage. Activities ranged from chalk to golf, beanbag toss games and Jenga.
ICE HOCKEY
MSU hockey commits picked up in 2026 NHL Draft
Follow along for insight into the NHL Draft and MSU hockey commits. Story will be updated as the draft unfolds.