PODCASTS
Sports Roundtable: The Trivia Championship
In the final episode of the semester, Luke Joseph, Madi Warden, and P.J. Pfeiffer compete for the trivia title.
BASEBALL
MSU baseball's great offense takes Big Ten series win against Penn State
The MSU baseball team returned to its home field and took on a Big Ten rival, the Penn State Nittany Lions, and won two of the three games. Michigan State won the first game 6-5 and the second game 11-5, but lost the third and final game 11-9.
COMMUNITY
Meet Raymond, the familiar golden retriever who frequents MSU's campus
Every once in a while, when studying at the Union or taking a walk through the north side of campus, you may be greeted by a big, friendly golden retriever and his trademark red harness. Raymond and his owner, Mike Harju, have become familiar faces for students at Michigan State University. They walk around ten miles a day and many of these excursions take place on and around campus.
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Everything you need to know for MSU spring commencement 2024
MSU's commencement ceremonies for graduating seniors will be held on April 26, 27 and 28 at the Breslin and Wharton Centers. Former MSU head football coach Mark Dantonio will be addressing all baccalaureate degree candidates at the Breslin Center on April 26 at 1 p.m.
FOOTBALL
MSU football Spring Showcase displayed huge potential for upcoming season
On April 20, students and fans packed Spartan Stadium to witness the 2024 MSU football Spring Showcase, marking head coach Jonathan Smith's first at Michigan State. Aside from the veterans, the newly transferred and incoming freshmen played – such as quarterback Aidan Chiles, tight end Jack Velling and Nick Marsh, a top-10 wide receiver in the nation.
HEALTH
MSU researchers study the potential health benefits of cannabis use
Michigan State University researchers are diving into the potential health benefits of cannabis use for chronic diseases including HIV. The plant's anti-inflammatory properties may be a benefit to patients.
FOOTBALL
MSU football Spring Showcase to be coach Jonathan Smith's first, will help gauge team's performance for upcoming season
On April 20, students and fans will get to see the newly hired football coach Jonathan Smith and his Spartans in the annual Spring Showcase at Spartan Stadium. Smith, who recently transferred from coaching at Oregon State, will officially be part of this year's Spring Showcase, which marks the 15th and final spring practice during the offseason.
COMMENTARY
REVIEW: Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' needs more than one listen to be fully appreciated
Only one listen of Taylor Swift’s "The Tortured Poet’s Department," or TTPD, isn't enough to make a fair judgement. Here’s my ranking of TTPD, before the 15 surprise songs dropped.
STUDENTS
Roommates: What it's like to have a third wheel in relationships
Roommates are an inevitable part of college, especially for freshmen at MSU. However, with such a small space for two or more people to live in, issues like a lack of privacy and personal space, different living habits, and communication problems can arise. But when significant others are thrown into the loop in the already cramped dorm rooms, how does it affect the dynamic between the roommates?
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Movies, TV shows to look out for this summer
After a year that saw a host of iconic films such as "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer," as well as beloved TV Shows like "Abbott Elementary," "The Bear" and "The Last of Us," 2024 has some big shoes to fill. That being said, there are quite a few movies and shows releasing this summer that will hopefully meet these expectations. Here is a list of movies and TV shows to keep an eye out for this summer.
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Vice President for Health Sciences to leave MSU
On June 30, 2024, Michigan State University Vice President for Health Sciences Norm Beauchamp will leave MSU to take a new position at Georgetown University.
BASEBALL
MSU baseball looks to bring momentum from last game's win, will play Penn State in home series
Hot off a 12-2 win over Western Michigan from Wednesday, the MSU baseball team will play in a three-game home series against Penn State, hoping to even its conference record to 6-6.
BASEBALL
2024 MSU Home Run Derby is a smash hit, winner hits 13 home runs
The 2024 Michigan State Home Run Derby finally arrived and although the weather conditions weren't ideal, the derby continued and MSU students were ready to hit some baseballs.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Izzo: A.J. Hoggard will not return for a fifth season at MSU
After four years, the A.J. Hoggard era is over for Michigan State men’s basketball.
MICHIGAN
Disability Network Capital Area to increase accessibility features in the Lansing area
DNCA is starting a RAMP IT UP campaign to install ramps in the greater Lansing area.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing tornado warning expires, MSU assesses possible water damage
A tornado warning is in effect in this area until 2:30 p.m., according to an emergency alert from the National Weather Service.
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Victims of hate crime want more security at MSU Library after injuries from attack
Bradley Cooper went to study with his boyfriend, Ryon Baldwin-Williams, at the main library of MSU's campus on April 15. Neither of them could have anticipated that both of them would end up injured and spend nine hours in the emergency room the same night.
STUDENTS
'Double Spartans': Deciding to attend MSU for both undergraduate, graduate degrees
There are over 7,200 students enrolled in masters and doctoral programs at Michigan State University. Some of these students have the unique opportunity of attending MSU for both their undergraduate and graduate degrees, becoming "double Spartans."
STUDENTS
MSU students find community, empowerment in women's organizations on campus
The first ten female students started at Michigan State University, named the State Agricultural College at the time, in 1870. Now, women make up 51.4% of the total undergraduate enrollment. The growing number of women on MSU’s campus has led to a flourishing selection of influential women’s organizations.
STUDENTS
MSU club CTRL+A celebrates APIDA heritage month with 6th annual spring showcase
On Sunday, April 14, 2024, Michigan State University’s CTRL+A organization hosted its annual spring showcase event on its 6th anniversary to celebrate the organization as a whole.