FEATURES
The week ahead
?Looking for something to do before classes pick up speed? East Lansing and Lansing both have plenty of events happening this week.
FEATURES
Learning the ropes of life at MSU
Entering my freshman year at MSU has simultaneously been one of the most exciting, frightening and enlightening experiences of my life. From the dining halls to the restaurants on Grand River Avenue, exploring the campus and city has been a learning experience that, at times, has proven to be frustrating and cumbersome.
VOLLEYBALL
Volleyball takes home three wins at Va. Tech
Going into the Hokie Invitational at Virginia Tech this weekend, volleyball head coach Cathy George planned to dig deep into her bench. The plan was to see which players, particularly her freshmen, would be able to handle roles in the rotation this season.
WOMEN'S SOCCER
Win, draw for MSU during weekend
After a well-earned tie against No. 21 San Diego State, the MSU women’s soccer team capped off the weekend victorious on the road against Dayton.
FEATURES
Ele's Place starts Ultimate Spartan Challenge
After a successful 5K race on July 28 to raise money for Ele’s Place a center for grieving children and families, the organization now is asking MSU fans to show their Spartan spirit by participating in the second annual Ultimate Spartan Challenge. The online challenge allows individuals to create a web profile about why they are the “Ultimate Spartan” to compete for votes.
COMMENTARY
Poor attitudes at Spartan Stadium
It’s never crossed my mind that I would be ashamed to be a Spartan. Never, until Friday night, when those venomous thoughts attempted to creep in against my will.
COMMENTARY
Marijuana reform not a step forward
In November, Lansing residents will vote on an initiative to legalize the use, possession and transfer of marijuana on private property within the city, leaving citizens with questions about their rights and protection under law.
WOMEN'S SOCCER
Women's soccer beats Dayton on road, 2-1
The MSU women’s soccer team won its first road game of the season Sunday afternoon against Dayton, 2-1.
VOLLEYBALL
Volleyball wins three at Virginia Tech
The MSU volleyball team (3-1) had a solid performance at the Hokie Invitational this weekend as they opened up their season at Virginia Tech.
FOOTBALL
Offense underwhelming in victory over WMU
“Over one, over all we will reign.” Neither team exactly reigned, as the above verse from Western Michigan’s fight song implies. But it did rain over all at Spartan Stadium — including a nearly hour-long weather delay — in MSU’s uninspiring 26-13 win against the visiting Broncos on Friday night in the 2013 season-opener.
FOOTBALL
Drummond, defense provide spark MSU needed
Much of the talk surrounding the MSU football team’s fall camp involved the need to make plays to come out on the right side in a game of inches.
WOMEN'S SOCCER
Women's soccer plays No. 21 SDSU to a draw
Losing two starters last weekend to injury, MSU women’s soccer head coach Tom Saxton knew the team would be in for a tough match Friday evening against No. 21 San Diego State.
FOOTBALL
Offense struggles, but MSU tops Broncos
MSU kicked off its 2013 football season with a 26-13 win against visiting Western Michigan in a sloppy, rain-soaked contest under the lights at Spartan Stadium Friday night.
FOOTBALL
Spartans lead Western Michigan, 13-7, at halftime following weather delay
Once play resumed following a weather delay at approximately 10 p.m., it didn’t take long for Western Michigan to even the score before halftime. Bronco quarterback Tyler Van Tubbergen connected with receiver Keith Timmy for a 45-yard bomb down the sideline to the MSU 14-yard line.
FOOTBALL
Spartan Stadium in 2nd quarter weather delay, MSU leads 7-0 against Western Michigan
As expected, the MSU defense outperformed its offensive counterparts through the first quarter and some change during Friday’s season-opener against Western Michigan.
FOOTBALL
It's Showtime
When the lights go on in Spartan Stadium, fans have come to expect the MSU football team in primetime form.
FOOTBALL
Column: Fans sure to learn about MSU tonight
If you (somehow) miss whatever happens inside Spartan Stadium tonight, don’t feel bad.
MSU
Officials target stadium with recycling
MSU officials hope that the phrase “Go Green” will take on a whole new meaning for the 2013 MSU football season.
FOOTBALL
Police talk game day crime, safety
As MSU football kicks off its season, East Lansing police are putting in extra effort to ensure students know how to stay safe and keep out of trouble.
MICHIGAN
Firehouse Subs set to spice up business downtown
A fiery, fresh sub shop with a mission to help local police and firefighters is rolling into East Lansing’s business landscape Friday. Jacksonville, Fla.-based Firehouse Subs is set to open a new location Friday at 245 Ann St. to welcome the new students. Franchised by brothers Steven and Anthony Karmo and cousin Marius Essak, the East Lansing Firehouse Subs will be the eleventh to open in Michigan.