The feel good musical “MAMMA MIA!” will be returning to Wharton Center for the fourth time in 10 years Nov. 15-17, bringing high-energy dancing, comedic moments and timeless music. Set on a Greek island, “MAMMA MIA!” tells the story of Sophie, a 20-year-old bride-to-be whose dream is to have her father walk her down the aisle.
The man accused of attacking an MSU student last month tried to harm himself during the assault and had a history of abuse, according to police.
CHICAGO – The old dog showed off its new tricks, using its experience and seasoning to withstand a late comeback from a group of talented young pups. Or young Wildcats, to be more precise. The No. 2-ranked MSU men’s basketball (2-0 overall) team toppled No. 1 Kentucky, 78-74, in the first game of Tuesday’s Champions Classic at Chicago’s United Center.
Two female MSU students working at a Jet’s Pizza location in Lansing Township were assaulted last week during an armed robbery at the business.
On Nov. 1, increased funding to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, the federal government’s food stamp program, ended.
Two furniture fires were extinguished Tuesday night within minutes of one another, according to East Lansing police. East Lansing police Lt. Steve Gonzalez said the first was at the intersection of Beal and Elm streets at about 10:30 p.m. The second started on the 500 block of Grove Street. Both were extinguished quickly. Gonzalez could not confirm whether either pieces of furniture were couches. No arrests were made, and there are no suspects for either of the fires. Bystanders on Grove Street were given citations for their proximity to the fire.
The Lansing Center was alive Tuesday as the Making it in Michigan entrepreneurial workshop visited for the sixth year in a row. The workshop was put on by the MSU Product Center and featured a keynote address from Tim McIntyre, the vice president of communications of Dominos Pizza Inc. and a trade show of local Michigan businesses took place in the afternoon.
The process of targeting and stealing iPhones from unsuspecting bystanders, known as “Apple picking,” is a phenomenon that’s caused some stir in the community. Recent arrests throughout East Lansing have prompted both campus and city police to alert students to the issue.
A new report ranks MSU in the top 10 for international study and engagement, but the ranking didn’t hold much significance to Brett Berquist, who led a discussion Tuesday at the Faculty Senate meeting about the purpose of the ranking in terms of the value of the university and future study abroad programs. The Institute of International Education’s annual Open Doors Report released on Monday ranked MSU in the top 10 for international study and engagement.
The relocation of Summer Circle Theater to the soon-to-be-renovated Kresge Courtyard will improve performances and decrease the chances of cancellation, officials said. Summer Circle Theater performances are often plagued with rain. Performances take place outside along the Red Cedar River and shows are sometimes canceled due to flooding, leading to the creation of the new permanent venue in Kresge Courtyard.
From students devouring falafels to Israeli folk dances, the MSU’s Union Ballroom was the scene Tuesday night of Israel Fest: Israel at 66 and Still Sexy, an annual event where students and faculty members come together to experience multiple aspects of Israel’s culture in a light and festive atmosphere. ASMSU hosted the event with help from the MSU Hillel and the Jewish Student Union and Team Israel Programming Committee.
It did not take long for No. 1 MSU to take the lead against No. 1 Kentucky, and at the end of the first half Tuesday night at the Champions Classic in Chicago, MSU leads 44-32. MSU opened the game on a 10-0 run thanks to a floater by sophomore guard Gary Harris, and a steal and breakaway dunk by senior guard Keith Appling.
With eyes on a repeat championship, the MSU men’s soccer team kicks off the Big Ten tournament Wednesday afternoon.
It was mere days ago that the field hockey team clinched its first Big Ten Championship in four years.
Going on the road in Big Ten play, members of the No. 14 MSU football team often know what to expect from fans.
A year and about 115,000 visitors later, and most students still only know the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum as “the spaceship” that landed on campus. The Broad hosts events such as discussions, movie screenings and live music performances weekly. In a city already brimming with bars, students should be flocking to one of East Lansing’s few quality and large-scale cultural centers, especially with events that cater to students including the student band concert this September as part of a celebration welcoming us back to campus. Unfortunately, there seems to be a disconnect with students.
There’s a general rule for trying to pick women up at the library: don’t.
“A girl in the shape of a monster. A monster in the shape of a girl.” The dejected announcement was made as the audience watched a confused girl who finally acknowledged the monsters around and within her. Playwright Joan MacLeod illustrates how monstrous teenage girls can be in the emotional play “The Shape of a Girl,” coming to Wharton Center’s Pasant Theater Friday.
Whether he’s dancing across Spartan Stadium or taking pictures with ecstatic fans, Sparty is an unforgettable MSU icon. Now, the MSU Association of Future Alumni is hunting for someone to fill the mascot’s big green shoes.
The appointment of a new mayor and the swearing-in of newly elected East Lansing city council members Ruth Beier, Susan Woods and Kathleen Boyle has been postponed to next Wednesday Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m. According to a statement from city officials, results from the Nov. 5 election have not been certified by the county.