STUDENTS

Out-of-state students look forward to visiting home on holiday breaks

Amy Cho

November 25, 2024

For many students, holiday breaks signal a pause from schoolwork and the fast-paced environment to go home to their families. However, for MSU students who are out-of-state, going home for a few days to escape the hustle and bustle of the school year usually isn’t possible. Out-of-state students discuss the importance of opportunities to return home during the holidays.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

Questions to answer for MSU men's basketball in Maui

PJ Pfeiffer

November 25, 2024

Five games into the regular season, Michigan State men’s basketball (4-1) is headed to Hawaii for the Maui Invitational. 

WOMEN'S SOCCER

MSU women’s soccer falls to Duke in Sweet 16

Satvik Shubham

November 24, 2024

Despite a spirited effort, the Spartans couldn’t overcome Duke’s dominance, marking the conclusion of another successful season.

PODCASTS

Sports Round Table: Hockey and soccer continue to dominate, Izzo gives appreciation to fans' support

Host Madi Warden and co-host PJ Pfeiffer discuss updates on all of MSU's sports seasons so far and an analysis on the energy of the Breslin Center and the MSU men's basketball team. 

COMMUNITY

MSU Broad Museum exhibit finds success despite controversial canceled opening

Somer Sodeman

November 24, 2024

Despite institutional setbacks, the "Diasporic Collage: Puerto Rico and the Survival of a People" exhibit at the MSU Broad Art Museum has left an impact on visitors. It was created through years of sifting through photos and interviews with the hopes to confront stereotypes and inspire the community.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

MSU OCAT to hold annual 'Homies Unity' Thanksgiving Day dinner

Demonte Thomas

November 24, 2024

The MSU Office of Cultural and Academic Transitions is preparing for its annual "Homies Unity" Thanksgiving Dinner for students who remain on campus during the holiday. The event will be held in Brody Neighborhood on Thanksgiving Day.

WOMEN'S SOCCER

MSU women’s soccer on the brink of program history in NCAA tournament

Satvik Shubham

November 24, 2024

After knocking out two conference champions, the Spartans have stormed into the Sweet 16 and staked their claim as genuine contenders. 

FOOTBALL

MSU football escapes Purdue comeback in needed win, 24-17

Kaspar Haehnle

November 23, 2024

MSU football escaped a narrow fourth-quarter comeback by league-worst Purdue, 24-17.  

FOOTBALL

MSU football keeps bowl hopes alive in sloppy win over Purdue

Alana Lundgaard

November 23, 2024

It's been a tumultuous season on the field for the Spartans, but a bowl appearance in year one under head coach Jonathan Smith would be considered an improvement from years prior. MSU took its penultimate step toward that goal Friday night. 

WOMEN'S SOCCER

MSU women's soccer advances to Sweet 16 in OT thriller vs. Texas

Satvik Shubham

November 22, 2024

Graduate forward Mackenzie Anthony delivered the decisive goal in the 93rd minute, capping off a match filled with momentum swings and critical moments.

COMMUNITY

Art and science collide: MSU welcomes second artist in FRIB residency program

Shealyn Paulis

November 22, 2024

Violeta López López is the second artist in the Residency at FRIB Program. This unique residency offers artists a chance to collaborate with scientists and create works that explore the intersections of their fields.

FOOTBALL

Morale and mentality at play for MSU football during end of season push

Kaspar Haehnle

November 22, 2024

In a game of strength, speed and physical durability, mentality and morale have entered the picture as MSU plays its last two regular-season games at home to scrap for a bowl appearance. 

COMMENTARY

COLUMN: Don’t get your hopes up, again

Jack Williams

November 22, 2024

The State News columnist argues that it's too soon to get your hopes up for the newly-elected trustees.

MSU

Feds investigate Olin assault allegations

Alex Walters

November 22, 2024

An ongoing Department of Education investigation puts MSU in an especially uncomfortable position — again defending its Title IX process amid allegations of sexual misconduct by one of its healthcare providers.

MSU

Democrat Rebecca Bahar-Cook, Republican Mike Balow narrowly win MSU board election

Theo Scheer

November 22, 2024

Republican Mike Balow and Democrat Rebecca Bahar-Cook will be the newest members of Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees after a narrow election.

ICE HOCKEY

MSU hockey picks up 6-2 exhibition win vs. USA development team

Jason Benedek

November 22, 2024

In an exhibition matchup at the historic USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth MI, MSU hockey took home a 6-2 victory over the under-18 U.S. National Team Development Program.

MSU

MSU’s accreditors visit campus for review amid concerns over board

Theo Scheer

November 21, 2024

Though representatives from the Higher Learning Commission decide whether to renew MSU’s accreditation every ten years, recent turmoil within MSU’s Board of Trustees has raised additional concerns for its current review.

PODCASTS

Houselights: Brainrot and tradwife core

Co-hosts Liz Nass and Claire Donohoe along with guest Jack Williams give their takes on the evolution of the trad wife aesthetic, what music you should listen to while you are sad and brain rot content. 

FOOTBALL

MSU football navigates "peaks and valleys" ahead of final two games

Alana Lundgaard

November 21, 2024

While the Spartans’ season hasn't lived up to many expectations, they will be favored at home Friday with a chance to win out and become bowl eligible. 

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Juliann Woodard stands out against Detroit Mercy in blowout win

Jania Clowers

November 21, 2024

Woodard continued to showcase her usefulness off the bench and controlled both sides of the ball with 17 points, four rebounds and one block.