NEWS
2019-20 in review: The biggest stories from this year
As the spring semester comes to an end, here is a recap of this year's biggest stories.
SPOTLIGHT
The Great Lockdown: MSU seniors graduate into looming recession
MSU's class of 2020 is headed into the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression. Now, they're worried about finding post-graduation opportunities in the middle of a financial crisis.
MSU
Q&A: President Stanley reflects on first year at Michigan State
He began his term as MSU's 21st president before the start of the 2019-20 academic year, permanently replacing former President Lou Anna K. Simon, who resigned in January 2018. Now, President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. is running the university from his home at Cowles House on MSU's campus.
MSU
'Tiger King' and TikTok: How students spend their time during quarantine
How MSU students are dealing with the quarantine.
MSU
MSU recognized on Earth Day for reducing energy use by 21%
Michigan State met its energy reduction goals two years early ahead of Earth Day.
NEWS
'We're just going one day at a time': Michigan's minor league sports teams holding out strong amid COVID-19 pandemic
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic crippling business across the country, minor league teams across Michigan continue to hold out strong and provide for their communities.
COMMENTARY
Column: We should rethink our views on essential workers of color
As a low-income, African American student, life didn’t stop, and it definitely couldn’t be contained to the four walls of my home.
MSU
MSU to broadcast virtual commencement ceremony May 16
MSU's commencement will be virtual and be held on May 16.
MICHIGAN
A second 'gridlock' protest planned. Who's behind it? It's complicated.
Operation Gridlock 2.0 plans to return to the Capitol this Wednesday to protest once more against the governor’s extended 'Stay Home, Stay Safe' executive order.
MICHIGAN
Scooters return to East Lansing, city urges caution of COVID-19 exposure
Electric scooters returned to East Lansing. City officials urge residents to be precautious to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
ALUMNI
State News Alumni Notebook for Spring 2020
The coronavirus pandemic turns into a first-person story for one alumni couple
COMMENTARY
Column: What I learned with nothing left to chase
Reflecting on a year of dreams fulfilled, and delayed.
FOOTBALL
Michigan State NFL draft guide
An outlook of where some graduated Michigan State football players may go during the 2020 NFL draft.
MICHIGAN
Annual East Lansing Art Festival going virtual for 2020
Initially, a press release on April 3 announced the festival was going be canceled with no virtual component, but then organizers changed their minds.
MSU
MSU Extension hosts 'Adulting 101' classes for high schoolers
MSU Extension is offering weekly 'Adulting 101' seminars through next month for high school juniors and seniors.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing 2020 Jazz Festival canceled due to COVID-19
The city is exploring the possibility of a virtual event but nothing has been confirmed.
MICHIGAN
Local bars opt out of Gov. Whitmer's liquor buyback program
East Lansing bars and restaurants struggle with spirit sales amid COVID-19.
MSU
MSU students file lawsuit against university demanding tuition, room, board and fee refunds
Michigan State students seek refunds for tuition and dorm housing after returning home early due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
MSU
'The past is the past': Conflict surrounding ASMSU's nine-hour election
The nine-hour battle that preceded ASMSU's Office of the President elections.