The struggles behind Jonathan Smith’s tenure at MSU
The Jonathan Smith era has come to an end at MSU following a second consecutive disappointing season. Breaking down key things that went wrong during his short time on the Spartan Stadium sideline.
The Jonathan Smith era has come to an end at MSU following a second consecutive disappointing season. Breaking down key things that went wrong during his short time on the Spartan Stadium sideline.
MSU men's soccer welcomed a new upcoming class of Spartan's with four new recruits. Midfielder Dominic Dono, goalkeeper Ezra Horlings, midfielder Drew Rensing, and defender Bilal Obeid.
After a shutout on home ice, No. 3 Michigan State men's ice hockey traveled to Ann Arbor, looking to split its series against No. 1 Michigan. From the drop of the puck, the Spartans were offensively determined. Despite trailing 1-0 just as the night before, MSU stuck with its game to earn a 3-1 victory in enemy territory.
Most games, MSU's identity positions it to win the battle of strength, but Duke showed the late-game offensive gear still has to catch up.
A new two-day event will unite student creators, educators and innovators from across the country for workshops, networking and entrepreneurial development.
MSU struggled offensively as starting guards Jeremy Fears Jr. and Kur Teng combined for 0-for-15 from the field, though Fears contributed 13 assists and perfect free-throw shooting. Senior center Carson Cooper led the way with 16 points and 16 rebounds, supported by Jaxon Kohler and Coen Carr, but the Spartans’ scoring woes prevented them from gaining an edge.
Michigan State battled Duke in a back-and-forth game but ultimately fell 66–60 after struggling late on offense and failing to counter Duke’s effective zone defense. Despite strong individual efforts — including Cooper’s standout defense on Cameron Boozer — the Spartans couldn’t maintain their early rhythm, leaving them close, but not close enough.
'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' came out in theaters on Dec. 5.
Back in July, Michigan State University’s Interim Director of Film Studies Pete Johnston competed on “Jeopardy!” for the first time. Now, he’s back again for another shot at first place.
No. 3 Michigan State hockey was shutout by No. 1 Michigan on home ice for the first time since 2000. The Spartans gave up an early goal and struggled to maintain a response for 60 minutes, falling short 3-0 against Michigan's defense.
Junior forward Kennedy Bell and junior midfielder Kayla Briggs were named Second Team All-American and senior defender Maggie Illig was named Third Team. The Spartans' three selections is the most in program history.
ASMSU ends the 2025 fall semester with addresses from ASMSU and MSU president and eight bills passed.
Michigan State University is preparing to celebrate its Spartans and their achievements with this year’s Fall commencement, which will be held on Dec. 12 and Dec. 13. From speakers to times of specific ceremonies, here’s everything you need to know before attending.
Off to its best start in a decade, MSU faces its toughest opponent at Breslin Center since 2019, the Duke Blue Devils.
Michigan State University received a historic $401 million commitment from Greg and Dawn Williams, the largest gift in its history and one of the biggest ever to college athletics, with funds supporting the FOR SPARTA athletics initiative, Spartan Ventures and key academic programs. The investment is expected to transform MSU’s athletic competitiveness, strengthen academic excellence and shape the university for generations.
In the sports gambling debate, gambling addiction and its effect both on athletes and bettors is often forgotten. MSU's efforts to address this topic have been lacking.
MSU sports delivered one of its wildest weeks yet. Football snapped a historic losing streak, then fired Jonathan Smith and hired Pat Fitzgerald within 48 chaotic hours. Men’s basketball dominated its Big Ten opener, women’s basketball won a tournament in the Bahamas to stay unbeaten and hockey rolled into a No. 1 showdown with rival Michigan. Women’s soccer’s record-breaking run ended in the Elite Eight, volleyball wrapped its season with mixed highs and lows, and winter sports like track & field and wrestling are just getting started.
The Big Ten conference has announced its football all-conference teams and individual awards. Seven Michigan State football players were recognized for their skills, talents and efforts put forth during the 2025 season.
MSU Breakers offers students opportunities to learn breakdance, the art's principles and the culture and lifestyle of Hip-Hop.
Amid the complexity of college dating, LGBTQ+ students face unique struggles.