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MSU Museum’s second annual SciCurious invites guests to fall in love with science

This Valentine’s Day, MSU Museum invites its visitors to think about the world around them with its public outreach event, SciCurious, which presents attendees with an array of scientific collections, live specimens, and interactive activities. SciCurious is set to take place in the MSU Museum’s newly renovated building from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 14th. Anyone can attend, and although registration via the museum’s website is encouraged, it’s not required. 

MSU

MSU board reinstates September meeting for 2026

Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees will host a sixth meeting this year, after voting to reduce the required annual number to five in 2024. MSU and its board have settled on hosting another private forum with university stakeholders in addition to the public meeting in September.

LIFE

Trends defining Valentine's Day fashion in 2026

Valentine’s Day has become one of the most influential seasonal times within the fashion industry, with many different brands taking advantage of the season of love and offering limited time collections that weave together traditional Valentine’s Day motifs and the current trends. This year is no different, with this arguably being one of the pinkest seasons yet. 

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU drops third straight home game to No. 2 UCLA

Michigan State faced its toughest test of the season Wednesday and came up short. No. 2 UCLA overwhelmed the No. 13 Spartans from the opening tip, using suffocating defense, balanced scoring and a dominant rebounding performance to secure an 86-63 win. Despite a stronger second half, MSU never found an offensive rhythm against the experienced Bruins, who showed why they are a legitimate national title contender.

NEWS

MSU Outdoors Club connects students through trips and adventure

MSU Outdoors Club offers students more than outdoor activities; it also provides opportunities to make friends, build community, and deepen their connection with nature. The club offers a wide range of trips with varying levels of difficulty, including beginner-level camping and more experienced-level backpacking, helping ensure that all levels of experience can participate in club activities. The club also emphasizes environmental stewardship. Additionally, by encouraging students to disconnect from technology, meet new people, and engage in shared outdoor experiences, the club fosters a strong sense of belonging on campus and helps members develop long-lasting friendships both on and off the trail.