Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Take a peek behind the curtain and test drive the NEW StateNews.com today!

Multimedia

NEWS

Turning a new page

It is no secret that book prices are rising. Many students at MSU have grown tired of paying hundreds of dollars for their textbooks each semester

FOOTBALL

Fast-paced Oregon offense will provide challenge for stingy MSU defense

Autzen Stadium will see a true strength vs. strength situation on Saturday when No. 7 MSU puts its hard-nosed defense up against No. 3 Oregon’s explosive offense in one of the season’s best non-conference matchups. “You look at Oregon, certainly you see what they’ve done offensively, and they are different from other spread teams,” head coach Mark Dantonio said during Tuesday’s press conference. “I think they’ve had so much success, a lot of people are taking some of the things and imitating them or not copying, but using their concepts and trying to adapt it into their offenses.

FEATURES

My Sisters Keeper donates backpacks to needy freshmen

The MSU chapter of the women’s empowerment organization My Sisters Keeper gave out 100 backpacks, bus passes and general school supplies to incoming freshmen in need this past weekend.My Sisters Keeper garnered support and donations from businesses such as Walgreens, Target and Office Max.

MSU

Student hosting fundraiser at Rick's

Many East Lansing businesses, specifically restaurants are known for collaborating with groups to raise money for a cause.Who would know Included among those business is Rick’s American Cafe, a popular bar for studentsOn Wednesday night, law student Kyle Simon is hosting a fundraiser for Ele’s Place, a center designated to helping grieving children and families after suffering a loss.

FEATURES

MSU Museum exhibit traces selfies back to 18th century

An ongoing exhibit at the MSU Museum is putting a historical spin on the term selfie, as it traces back this sensation to its origins and displays the development of the first self-portraits and how they have evolved with technological and cultural changes.The museum’s newest curator of history Shirley Wajda describes the exhibit called

SPORTS

Rowing alumna Emily Regan places second at 2014 World Rowing Championships

Last Friday, MSU Rowing alumna Emily Regan placed second with her three teammates at the 2014 World Rowing Championships, representing the United States in Amsterdam.Regan graduated from MSU in 2010, where she competed on the women’s crew team, coached by Matt Weise, during her four years of attendance. Adrienne Martelli (Washington), Tessa Gobbo (Brown) Susan Francia (Pennsylvania) and Regan,