COMMENTARY
REVIEW: Del Water Gap is searching for an answer and it pays to watch his journey
Samuel Jaffe, under the name Del Water Gap, releases his third studio album, "Chasing the Chimera."
MSU
Student protestor found not responsible for intimidation, disruption
A Michigan State University student facing disciplinary charges for his engagement in a campus protest of university investments was found not responsible for either charges by a hearing board.
MSU
Union of Tenure System Faculty gearing up for leadership elections
The Union of Tenure System Faculty held its first membership meeting earlier this week. This meeting marks another milestone for the union, which received recognition from Michigan State University earlier this semester after years of negotiations.
COMMUNITY
Students reflect, remote celebration of Dia de los Muertos
Students make the adjustment to celebrating a major holiday without family.
BUSINESS
Coffee for a cause: Strange Matter collects food donations for local families
Strange Matter Coffee has collected more than 1,500 pounds of food in just six days through its new donation drive, offering free drinks to customers who donate to the Greater Lansing Food Bank.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
A battle in transition: MSU must improve to top No. 14 Arkansas
MSU will tip against No. 14 Arkansas on Saturday, but much needs to be improved before then
WOMEN'S SOCCER
MSU women’s soccer stuns UCLA in overtime to reach Big Ten final
Emerson Sargeant scored both goals as MSU completed the comeback against UCLA to win 2-1 in the semifinals of the Big Ten Tournament. The Spartans will vie for the Big Ten Championship on Sunday in St. Louis.
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
MSU and Williamston Theatre keep the arts thriving through collaboration
MSU's Department of Theatre and Williamston Theatre's collaboration offers theater students creative opportunities.
COMMENTARY
GUEST COMMENTARY: College of Nursing deserves a future as bold as its past
Michigan State University College of Nursing's independence is in question, threatening the college's hard-fought journey for identity and influence.
ICE HOCKEY
Munnsters’ rise reflects Adam Nightingale’s MSU hockey revival
The rise of the Munnsters (MSU hockey's student section) mirrors the program’s own revival. Nightingale’s return to his alma mater has lifted MSU hockey back into national contention and given students something to rally around. The chants, the lines, the road trips — they’re all proof of how much this team, and its coach, have changed what hockey feels like in East Lansing.
ICE HOCKEY
MSU hockey set to face Penn State in conference opener
No. 1 MSU hockey will face No. 3 Penn State on Nov. 7 and 8 at home to kick off Big Ten play. This matchup is full of thrills, as last season MSU did not perform as well as it had hoped against Penn State. The Spartans will face a team with a similar style of hockey as well as former CHL teammates and the projected No. 1 2026 NHL Draft pick.
MSU
MSU apologizes for misspelling name on memorial plaque
Michigan State University has apologized for the misspelling of a former MSU Humphrey Fellow’s name in its annual student memorial plaque.
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MSU-led study marks step towards male birth control
MSU professor Melanie Balbach wrote a paper recently published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, where her group mapped, for the first time, the precise steps sperm use to create and control energy.
MSU
Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney's legacy intertwined with MSU
With condolences and tributes pouring in for former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, who died Monday at the age of 84, a small part of his legacy in politics is interwoven into Michigan State University – specifically, his selection as a commencement speaker.
NEWS
MSU secures commitment from 4-star guard Jasiah Jervis
MSU now owns the nation's No. 4 2026 class with commitment from 4-star Jasiah Jervis
LIFE
Students talk athleisure trends, Alo Yoga and Lululemon
The popularity of athleisure, a category of clothing that combines athletic wear with leisure, style, and comfort, has been on the rise for the past few years. For luxury athleisure brands like Lululemon and Alo, their products offer a wide variety of characteristics that may appeal to customers.
FOOTBALL
MSU seniors endure four years of football frustration
When the class of 2026 arrived on campus four years ago, they expected a good football team. Instead, what they got was defeat. Four grim years of it. Losing records and no bowl game experiences and no victories over rival Michigan. For some seniors, it's frustrating. For others, it's unbelievable.
NEWS
Steve Whelan and Chuck Grigsby elected to East Lansing City Council
The Ingham County Clerk website announced early Wednesday morning that former candidates Steve Whelan and Chuck Grigsby are the newly elected members of East Lansing City Council. Whelan won with 22.36% of the vote, earning 2,609 votes across all precincts. Grigsby followed closely in second with 20.01% of the vote, earning 2,335 votes across all precincts.
NEWS
Crime Blotter: Hate crimes, assault and burglary reported this past week
10 larcenies, assault and hate crimes were reported on campus this past week. MSU disclosed the incidents under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, which requires universities to list reported criminal offenses publicly.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
MSU's suffocating defense leads to dominating season opener victory
Michigan State women’s basketball opened its season with a record-setting performance, smothering Mercyhurst 125-39 behind a relentless full-court defense that forced 36 turnovers and produced 62 points off takeaways. Head coach Robyn Fralick’s squad showcased its trademark intensity from start to finish, highlighted by standout performances from freshman guard Amy Terrain and veterans Theryn Hallock and Grace VanSlooten. With the win, MSU not only set a program scoring record but also sent a clear message — this year’s team plans to defend and dominate.