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2025–26: My priority is to expand what student journalism can be

I have spent my life moving across borders. What stayed constant was my need to understand the world around me. I have lived in eight countries, and each one taught me how to listen before I speak and how to ask better questions when the answers are unclear. That mindset brought me to journalism. That purpose brought me to The State News. And now, it brings me to you.

MSU

Welcome week at MSU: Here’s what to know

The first day of classes may signal the end of move-in week, but Fall Welcome at Michigan State University continues with a full lineup of events designed to keep the energy high and help Spartans find their place. From music and food to career resources and athletic matchups, welcome week offers something for everyone.

COMMENTARY

COLUMN: A look back at my time at MSU

My time at Michigan State has not been easy, but I wouldn't trade it for another chance. The fact that it's coming to an end is surreal, but I'm glad that I'm leaving with no regrets. I don't regret changing my mind (again) about what I wanted to major in. I also don't regret taking an 8:00 a.m. biology lab my first semester here. If you ask me, everything happens for a reason. 

COMMENTARY

How to pivot back from a rough freshman year

Three years ago, I left home for college. Destination: Michigan State University. Expectations? More than I could have anticipated for. Being the new kid on the block, in an environment I’ve never been in before, on my own, I built my collegiate story brick by brick with lessons I had yet to understand. 

MSU

Anti-hazing law contested in 2021 MSU fraternity hazing death case

After facing criminal charges under Michigan's anti-hazing law, Ethan Cao's lawyers argue the charges are unconstitutional, citing a lack of sufficient evidence. The appeal will affect whether or not the prosecutor’s office continues to charge others as involved in Phat Nguyen's death, and going forward, how they prosecute hazing charges should another incident arise on campus.

MSU

MSU updates 2030 strategic plan

A month after MSU removed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion language from several of its websites, including the university’s 2030 strategic plan website, the domain has been restored.

COMMUNITY

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: My ultimate Grand River study crawl

"Building hopping" when I have a lot of work on my plate is my favorite activity. If you tie that together with the fact that I'm an avid coffee enthusiast, and always need a fun drink while I'm working, you get my Grand River study crawl. There are many study spots along Grand River - some that I haven't even tried yet. But these are the ones that have seen me time and time again in the past two years. 

COMMUNITY

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: How to navigate first week feelings

I still remember how surreal it felt when my parents dropped me off at my freshman-year dorm. The last few months of my life had built up to that moment. Senior year felt like a lead-up to adulthood, and summer felt like the final stretch of being a kid. I thought I was ready to grow up, but once I arrived, I had no idea where to start or how to navigate anything.