STUDENTS

Tri-Alpha creates opportunities for first-generation students

Amelia Fraser

February 26, 2025

There are resources at MSU for first-generation students, but there were no student-based organizations meant for all first-gen students until biomedical laboratory diagnostics senior Momin Hassan opened a chapter of Tri-Alpha this semester. Tri-Alpha is a national first-generation student honor society and it provides networking and leadership opportunities for these students and recognizes their academic achievement.

STUDENTS

Students face difficulties finding housing post-graduation

Amy Cho

February 25, 2025

MSU seniors and recent graduates discuss the process of finding housing post-graduation, navigating the transition into the “real world.”

STUDENTS

Students combat homesickness through dorm decor, family connections

Melody Meyer

February 25, 2025

For many students, college is the first time they have had to live on their own, making it easy to get homesick. Every student has their own method of dealing with the emotions that come with being separated from their communities, from keeping in touch with friends and family, to decorating dorm rooms, to making new friends. 

MEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU men’s basketball set for showdown with Maryland’s “Crab Five”

PJ Pfeiffer

February 25, 2025

Maryland’s success has been fueled by its starting lineup, dubbed the “Crab Five.” Freshman center Drik Queen, junior guard Ja’Kobi Gillespie, senior forward Julian Reese, sophomore guard Rodney Rice and fifth-year guard Selton Miguel have developed strong chemistry, propelling Maryland to fourth in the Big Ten standings.

COMMENTARY

COLUMN: The art of the house party

Jack Williams

February 25, 2025

Students at MSU are no stranger to the house party. But is there more than what’s typically thought of as young adults engaging in rampant hedonism? Our columnist says yes, there is.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

PRSSA hosts discussion about book bans, intellectual freedom

Victoria Winfield

February 25, 2025

With the recent rise in book bans nationwide, PRSSA MSU held a Socratic seminar-style discussion on Feb. 24 at the MSU Union to discuss the future of fighting book bans. Spartan Solutions, a team of PRSSA club members, hosted the event.

PODCASTS

Reeling It In: Marvel reels it in with 'Captain America: Brave New World'

Co-hosts Kyra Mabone and Jack Williams with guest Demonte Thomas, give their takes on the new Captain America movie, shedding light on the political aspects as well as why it received some controversy.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Students celebrate Black history through art, performance at open mic night

Shealyn Paulis

February 25, 2025

Through sharing their creativity, experiences and talents, students celebrated Black History Month on Monday, Feb. 24 with Open Mic Night and Storytelling: Black Voices. All students were encouraged to perform and celebrate in the McDonel Kiva with any creative medium. Students enjoyed dinner and discussion with peers while sharing their art through song, spoken word and comedy acts. 

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Dr. Pero Dagbovie discusses the history of Black students at MSU

Melody Meyer

February 25, 2025

Dean of MSU’s graduate school Dr. Pero Dagbovie hosted a discussion for his book “Forever in the Path: The Black Experience at Michigan State University” on Feb. 24. The book, which was released on Feb. 1, details the histories and contributions of Black students at MSU, beginning with the first known Black students to be enrolled in the mid 1890s.

SPORTS

3, 2, 1 — Dodgeball: MSU wins fourth straight Michigan Cup, extends dominance

Lucas Gentilia

February 25, 2025

Most would consider it an elementary school gym class game, but for a small group at MSU, the sport has built a tight-knit community — along with four consecutive Michigan Dodgeball Cup championships.

BASEBALL

MSU baseball earns first national top 25 ranking since 2016

Lucas Gentilia

February 24, 2025

MSU baseball cracks the NCBWA Top 25 at No. 23, marking its first ranking since 2016.

FEATURES

MSU Wake Club hosts winter ski and snowboard rail jam

Michael Roggenbaum

February 24, 2025

Michigan State's Wake Club hosted a rail jam event on Feb. 8, 2025, where the club built a homemade terrain park at Phi Delta Theta fraternity. Using a winch to pull them through their impromptu park, their creation was littered with various features for freestyle skiers and snowboarders to stunt on. With the nearest resort being 40 miles away, ski and snowboarders can find themselves busy in their own park near campus for spectators to gather and enjoy the show while socializing.

ENVIRONMENT

MSU Shorter Shower Initiative works to reduce excessive use of heated water

Reiel Ghiglia

February 24, 2025

The Shorter Shower Initiative is a research program by Michigan State University’s Social Science Scholars for water conservation in the university's dorms. Beginning in 2022, this research project has been working toward reducing the amount of heated water used on campus, as it directly contributes to carbon emissions. 

MEN'S BASKETBALL

Jase Richardson named Big Ten Freshman of the Week

PJ Pfeiffer

February 24, 2025

Michigan State men’s basketball freshman guard Jase Richardson was named the Big Ten Player of the Week. 

SPORTS

Across the Board: Spartans dominate rivalries, gear up for postseason battles

Alana Lundgaard

February 24, 2025

In this week’s edition of Across the Board, we highlight Michigan State University’s impressive athletic performances, including pivotal wins in men’s basketball against Michigan, a strong showing from the gymnastics team and a promising start for baseball, all while looking ahead to crucial upcoming matchups across various sports.

ICE HOCKEY

The Sabres' legacy: MSU hockey’s lasting impact on Buffalo’s organization

Madilynn Warden

February 24, 2025

As Geary and Štrbák continue their journey at MSU, their sights remain set on development and a future in Buffalo. With a legacy of Spartans thriving in the Sabres organization, the duo hopes to be the next to make the leap from East Lansing to the NHL, carrying the Spartan work ethic with them.

PODCASTS

All Shades of Chocolate: The impact of Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance

Host Jada Vasser, along with reporter Demonte Thomas, dive into Kendrick Lamar’s 2025 Super Bowl performance and pay respect to Michael Jackson’s 1993 performance to emphasize how Black artists use their music as an avenue to challenge society's ideas about how the community is treated.

SPORTS

MSU women’s tennis dominates doubleheader, stays unbeaten in February

Jason Benedek

February 24, 2025

Michigan State women's tennis remained unbeaten in February with dominant wins over Youngstown State and Ball State, as the Spartans now prepare for a key road matchup against Columbia.

PODCASTS

Houselights: The RuPaul Extravaganza

Co-hosts Liz Nass and Claire Donohoe bring on multimedia reporter, and RuPaul's Drag Race enthusiast, Maya Kolton to talk about all the charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent. 

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

'Next shot mentality' fuels MSU women's basketball past Indiana in 73-65 win

Douglas Doty

February 23, 2025

Following a rough two-game road stretch, the MSU women's basketball team returned home and took the victory over the Indiana Hoosiers, using a "next shot" mentality to overcome rough start.