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‘Fear-based’ leadership looms over MSU’s fundraising department
As University Advancement sets records, staffers’ patience with their ‘authoritarian’ VP is waning
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MSU hosts inaugural Beaumont Tower holiday lighting ceremony
For the first time in Michigan State University’s 170-year history, Beaumont Tower was illuminated with holiday lights Monday evening, marking the beginning of what President Kevin Guskiewicz hopes will become a lasting MSU tradition.
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Board to vote on strict criteria for addressing investment concerns
Calls for MSU to alter its investment portfolio for "non-financial reasons" could be subject to strict tests ensuring the requests have broad enough support, that the university could impact the situation and that a "central university value" is "clearly at stake." The university board of trustees will vote on whether to adopt the protocol for the "Advisory Committee for Responsible Investing" at its upcoming meeting.
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Board to vote on Pat Fitzgerald's contract, construction projects
The Michigan State University Board of Trustees will vote Friday on whether to approve the new head football coach's contract, and a number of campus infrastructure upgrades.
SPORTS
MSU women’s tennis stacks up three ITA rankings
Spartan's women's tennis grabbed national attention with three players ranked in the ITA Division I rankings following the NCAA Individual Championships. The honors spotlight Amara Brahmbhatt in singles and the Blackford–Morais pairing in doubles.
FOOTBALL
MSU football lands 18 high school recruits for 2026 class
Michigan State’s recruiting class survived a chaotic coaching transition as new head coach Pat Fitzgerald arrived just two days before National Signing Day. Despite the late change, MSU held onto 16 of its 20 committed recruits and added key flips to finish with the No. 46 class. With headliners Collin Campbell and Kayd Coffman on board and four-star Samson Gash waiting until February, the Spartans now turn to the transfer portal to shape next season’s roster.
SPORTS
MSU women’s tennis welcomes a trio of 2026 recruits
Michigan State continues to build its future roster with the signing of three women’s tennis student-athletes in the 2026 class.
FOOTBALL
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.
NEWS
MSU men’s soccer welcomes new class of Spartans
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.
ICE HOCKEY
No. 3 MSU hockey responds to split series against No. 1 Michigan
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.
COMMENTARY
OPINION: MSU can go toe-to-toe with anyone. Duke showed that’s not always enough.
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.
BUSINESS
SCALE Conference Brings Student Innovators Together at MSU in 2026
A new two-day event will unite student creators, educators and innovators from across the country for workshops, networking and entrepreneurial development.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Fears struggles from field as MSU falls to No. 4 Duke
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.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
MSU basketball falls to Duke and its late-game zone defense
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.
COMMENTARY
REVIEW: 'Five Nights at Freddy’s 2' scares, stumbles and still has charm
'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' came out in theaters on Dec. 5.
COMMUNITY
MSU professor returns to 'Jeopardy!' for a second chance
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.
ICE HOCKEY
MSU hockey gets shutout by rival Michigan on home ice
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.
WOMEN'S SOCCER
Three Spartans earn record All-American selection
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.
NEWS
MSU President and ASMSU President give end-of-semester remarks to General Assembly
ASMSU ends the 2025 fall semester with addresses from ASMSU and MSU president and eight bills passed.
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Everything you need to know for MSU fall commencement 2025
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.