MICHIGAN
MSU professor Chris Smith running for U.S. House of Reps
The 2016 presidential election made Chris Smith examine himself to see what more he could for his country, he said.
MSU
Report by Roosevelt Institute finds MSU investments harm students
A report by the Roosevelt Institute at MSU found MSU's decision to invest in hedge funds, decrease its annual endowment and spend high amounts on interest rate swaps have harmed students and have cost the university millions.
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MSU Communications changes with increase in media requests
Throughout the sexual abuse cases against ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar, former President Lou Anna K. Simon’s resignation, protests from the MSU community and other occurrences on campus, MSU’s Communications and Brand Strategy office, or CABS, has received a high volume of media requests.
SPORTS
Recapping MSU sports moments from this semester
From a successful regular season to a disappointing tournament, to multiple Outside the Lines reports surrounding the athletic department, to a coach's 300th career win, MSU Athletics has had numerous events take place in 2018.
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ASMSU President Santavicca reflects on 2 'whirlwind' years
International relations senior Lorenzo Santavicca was MSU's undergraduate student body president for two years, the only student ever to serve back-to-back terms in the undergraduate student government's history. As he prepares to graduate, he looks back on his time as a student — and a leader.
FEATURES
Facing crisis: A recap of the top stories from this semester
Next week, the class of 2018 crosses the stage to receive their diplomas. This semester has been the semester of shadows shifting, stories coming forward and the university being exposed under the watchful eye of the public.
SPORTS
Women’s golf wins 2nd straight Big Ten Championship behind Burnham’s success
Women’s golf continued its triumphant march through the spring season as the team won its second-straight Big Ten Championship from April 20-22.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
‘Just perspective,’ Tum Tum speaks of his basketball, faith, life
Former Spartan Lourawls “Tum Tum” Nairn Jr. did not have the same path of playing basketball compared to his teammates.
BASEBALL
Baseball storms back again for 5th straight win
After finding themselves down once again for quite some time, the Spartans come back strong once again with another strong victory over Toledo, 5-4.
SOFTBALL
Late home runs power Softball to win over Central Michigan
Right handed pitcher Kristina Zalewski struck out nine in a complete game performance, outfielder Lea Foerster and catcher Kelcey Carrasco each homered in a big sixth inning, which left softball to pull away from Central Michigan University late in an 8-1 victory Wednesday afternoon.
COMMENTARY
Letter: There is no healing at MSU, trustees must resign
If MSU wants to recover as an institution and a community, the next step must be the immediate resignation of the entire Board of Trustees, along with every single official in Interim President Engler’s cruel and corrupt administration.
MICHIGAN
Infrastructure the focus as E.L. continues to navigate budget issues
City council discussed street repairs, waste disposal and water and sewer funding at Tuesday's budget work session.
MSU
Report: Maroney told Geddert of Nassar's abuse in 2011
Gold medal-winning U.S. Olympian McKayla Maroney tried to tell former Twistars Gymnastics Club owner and USA Gymnastics Coach John Geddert about ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's sexual abuse in 2011, Maroney said in an interview with NBC News.
BASEBALL
Baseball cancelled Tuesday due to inclement weather, faces Toledo Wednesday
The teams will not meet in Detroit again this season.
SOFTBALL
Softball destroys Eastern Michigan in shortened game
Outfielder Lexi White hit a three-run home run and senior left-hander pitcher Bridgette Rainey threw five shutdown innings as softball mercyed Eastern Michigan, 9-1, Tuesday afternoon at Secchia Softball Stadium.
MSU
MSU kept ties with volleyball coach accused of sex abuse for decades
MSU has kept its ties with Rick Butler, a prominent volleyball coach publicly accused of sexually abusing and raping teenage athletes in the 1980s.
SPORTS
This week in MSU Athletics
With the academic year coming to an end for Spartan nation, MSU athletics will continue. Here are this week's events:
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VIDEO: Rally for Resignations hopes to produce change
Students, alumni, faculty and other MSU community members gathered on the steps of the Hannah Administration Building on April 20 to call for the resignations of MSU's trustees and interim president.
FEATURES
Jerry Seinfeld set to perform at the Wharton Center
Comedian and actor Jerry Seinfeld will be featured at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts this summer.
FEATURES
VIM Fashion Show showcases student designers
MSU models hit the runway for the VIM Magazine Spring 2018 Launch and Fashion Show on April 22 at the East Lansing Marriott Hotel.