MSU
MSU joins Big Ten Voting Challenge
In an effort to increase student voter registration, MSU has joined the Big 10 Voting Challenge.
FEATURES
ELPD looks to engage the public with game-day tweet alongs
If you’re looking for a definition of the phrase “exasperated sarcasm,” look no further than to the Twitter page of the East Lansing Police Department.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing to consider adopting state MIP changes
Changes to the Minor in Possession, or MIP, ordinance will be discussed by the East Lansing City Council at 7 p.m. Tuesday at 410 Abbot Road.
COMMENTARY
MSU dining halls: ranked
For those who haven’t gotten the chance to visit all on-campus eateries, we at The State News spent time traversing to each of the nine cafeterias at MSU. Here’s our definitive ranking of the MSU dining experience.
MICHIGAN
Former Ingham County Prosecutor Stuart Dunnings III released
Stuart Dunnings III, a former Ingham County prosecutor who was charged with 15 counts of prostitution-related offenses, was released from jail last night according to media reports.
FOOTBALL
LJ Scott's fumbling issues pop up again against Notre Dame
Quarterback Brian Lewerke led a commanding drive to the 1-yard line on MSU’s first offensive possession of the season against Bowling Green. Junior running back LJ Scott would then fumble at the goal line, with the Falcons recovering the loose ball and preventing MSU from scoring on its first red zone appearance in 2017.
FOOTBALL
Not just turnovers: Penalties, execution culprits in blowout loss
Looking solely at the stats, MSU didn’t have a bad night. The green and white outgained Notre Dame in total yards 496-355. The Spartans had the ball far longer than Irish, too, for about 34 minutes of the game compared to their foe’s 26.
MEN'S SOCCER
No. 6 MSU and No. 3 Maryland tie after fighting shot for shot
The No. 6 Spartans took on the No. 3 Maryland Terrapins Friday night under the lights at DeMartin Stadium in front of a energetic, record breaking 4,678 people in attendance, and came away with a 0-0 tie after playing two overtimes. This was the first tie for the Spartans season, making their record 7-0-1 on the season.
FOOTBALL
FINAL: Turnovers plague Spartans in blowout loss to Irish, 38-18
It didn’t take long for the Spartans to allow their first defensive touchdown of the year in a 38-18 loss.
FOOTBALL
Gameday info and what you need to know for MSU vs. Notre Dame
After a bye last weekend, the Spartans are ready to get back onto the gridiron and take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Saturday night.
MSU
The Rock repainted to draw attention to offensive mascot names
Native American Law Students Association painted the Rock to educate students on the use of the term "redskin" and Native American imagery in sports.
MSU
ASMSU passes bill to work to reduce MIPs to civil infractions
Two bills were passed at this week’s ASMSU meeting.
MICHIGAN
Suspect in Delhi IED incident indicted
The suspect in the improvised explosive device case from Delhi Township has been indicted, according to a press release.
VOLLEYBALL
Maddie Haggerty preps for match against sister tonight vs Wisconsin
As MSU women’s volleyball gets ready to kick off their first Big Ten match this season on Friday, a pair of sisters get ready to watch their schools face off for the first time. Redshirt junior outside hitter Maddie Haggerty and her sister sophomore outside hitter Molly Haggerty who plays Wisconsin will watch their schools compete against each for the first time in their collegiate careers.
FEATURES
There Will Be Criticism: mother!
The totality of its formal brilliance and narrative ingenuity seizes on the spectator in a way impossible for life to recreate, in a manner far from pleasurable yet on some level transcendently pleasing, in a way that shaped in the form of Aronofsky’s middle finger declares triumphant I have made you feel something new!
FEATURES
As the tables turn: Flat, Black & Circular celebrates 40 years in East Lansing
Flat, Black & Circular, an East Lansing record store located on Grand River Ave, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this week.
FOOTBALL
MSU defense will be tasked with stopping a dynamic Notre Dame rush attack
All eyes will be on the defense come kickoff against Notre Dame. It comes as no surprise, the unit has yet to allow a touchdown, despite the offense and special teams giving up their share. Cornerback Josiah Scott has been garnering some hype after PFF has rated him one of the best freshmen in the nation.
FOOTBALL
5 things to watch: MSU vs. Notre Dame
MSU football comes out of its bye week 2-0 and eager to face rival Notre Dame Saturday night. With the Megaphone Trophy on
FOOTBALL
MSU ready for 'statement game' against Notre Dame
Fresh off the bye week, the Spartans are 2-0 and will face the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Saturday night with the Megaphone Trophy up for grabs. While MSU had its off week, the Irish defeated Boston College last Saturday 49-20 to improve to 2-1 on the season.
MICHIGAN
VIDEO: East Lansing City Council candidates talk stances at debate
The three contenders for East Lansing City Council debated at the MSU Union on Wednesday at an event hosted by ASMSU. These are their responses to a few of the questions that were asked.