SOFTBALL

MSU softball opens season in Florida, look to build off 2016

Denise Spann

February 9, 2017

MSU Softball will be traveling all the way to Boca Raton, Fla. to compete in the FAU Kickoff Classic on Feb. 10 to Feb. 12 for their first tournament of the season. In the kickoff classic the Spartans first opponent will be Boston University. In the following three days MSU will also be playing Florida Atlantic University, Troy University and North Carolina State University. In 2016 the Spartans finished off their regular conference play with an 8-15 record and 10th in the Big Ten Conference.

ICE HOCKEY

PREVIEW: MSU, U-M face off for crucial mid-conference series

Colton Wood

February 9, 2017

The most played rivalry in college hockey continues this weekend as MSU hockey (5-17-2, 1-8-1 Big Ten) faces off against in-state rival the University of Michigan (9-13-2, 2-7-1 Big Ten) in a two-game series.

FEATURES

Broadway power couple to perform at the Wharton Center

Jaimie Bozack

February 9, 2017

Some say that “two is better than one.” Broadway stars Jarrod Spector and Kelli Barrett have been married for a little more than years and put that saying into perspective.

MSU

Rally held at the Rock to combat Trump's immigration policies

Madison O'Connor

February 9, 2017

Members of the MSU and surrounding communities gathered at the Rock on Farm Lane Thursday to stand in solidarity with students affected by the executive order on immigration and the F1 visa. The event was called Academics United - No Visa and Immigration Ban MSU Rally.

FOOTBALL

Three MSU football players and staff member suspended pending sexual assault investigation

Souichi Terada

February 9, 2017

Three MSU student-athletes and one staff member part of the MSU football program have been suspended pending a sexual assault investigation, according to a statement from the university.

FOOTBALL

MSU football's Demetrius Cooper charged with misdemeanor

Colton Wood

February 9, 2017

MSU defensive end Demetrius Cooper was charged with misdemeanor assault and battery after allegedly spitting in the face of an East Lansing PACE officer in late October, according to court documents and police reports obtained by The Detroit News.

MSU

After sexual harassment from Spartan band director, student does not return to campus

Rachel Fradette  and  Jake Allen

February 9, 2017

“Pics of your dress are required ... Discreetly of course,” John T. Madden, the director of the Spartan Marching Band, wrote in a text message to an MSU student on Feb. 20, 2016 at about 10:42 p.m. This information was found in documents obtained by The State News. The documents were given to The State News from a victim of sexual harassment.

MICHIGAN

For second time Michigan bill seeks to remove tampon tax

Eugene Kutz

February 9, 2017

Michigan reintroduces bill to remove feminine hygiene product tax

MICHIGAN

E.L., state weigh immigration ban implications

Eugene Kutz

February 9, 2017

President Trump’s executive orders on immigration and refugees have been halted in the wake of several US judges ordering an emergency stop to the Trump administration’s and Homeland Security’s actions.

FEATURES

Local church offers support to immigrants following ban

Samantha Lewakowski

February 9, 2017

Those driving past the All Saints Episcopal Church located off of Abbot Rd. may have noticed a politically relevant message on the church’s sign.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

Turnovers, frustrations to blame in meltdown loss to rival Wolverines

Casey Harrison

February 9, 2017

Revenge is a dish best served cold, but for MSU (14-10, 6-5 Big Ten) Tuesday night’s blowout loss to the University of Michigan Wolverines (15-9, 5-6 Big Ten) was a product of ill preparation and poor execution.

MICHIGAN

Bills, budget to impact public education in coming year

Eugene Kutz

February 9, 2017

The 2017-18 session currently sees several bills introduced to Michigan’s House of Representatives that regard public schools. Some, however, see the number as minimal and symptomatic of a lack of interest in higher education.

MICHIGAN

Chick-fil-A set to open Okemos location near Meijer in March

Riley Murdock

February 9, 2017

A new Chick-fil-A location is set to open on March 30 in front of the Okemos Meijer, off Grand River Ave.

FEATURES

MSU student creates group to help refugees

Jaimie Bozack

February 8, 2017

Global studies in the arts and humanities senior Kaylah Jetton started the No Lost Generation Initiative in October 2016 in hopes that a group of 15 to 20 people could help the refugee crisis one event at a time.bb “We bring education and advocacy to the global refugee crisis at large,” Jetton said.

FEATURES

Triathlon Club trains, builds up to national championship

Imani Farmer

February 8, 2017

Three endurance sports of swimming, running and cycling all fuse together to form the MSU Triathlon Club.bb With spring quickly approaching, the club is currently getting in gear for the prime of their season.bb Students have a vigorous weekly practice schedule, with triathlon being a multiple-stage competition.

ICE HOCKEY

MSU hockey looks to final meeting against U-M at The Joe

Colton Wood

February 8, 2017

When MSU hockey (5-17-2, 1-8-1 Big Ten) takes on rival the University of Michigan (9-13-2, 2-7-1-1 Big Ten) on Friday for the Duel in the D, there’s predictably going to be a different feeling within the atmosphere amongst the players, coaches and fans at the Joe Louis Arena.

ICE HOCKEY

Five questions with MSU hockey: Sam Saliba

Colton Wood

February 8, 2017

Each week, The State News will interview a member of the MSU hockey team and ask questions that aren't just related to hockey. Last time, The State News interviewed sophomore defenseman Zach Osburn. This week, The State News interviewed freshman forward Sam Saliba.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

MSU men's basketball struggles even when scripted

Connor Clark

February 8, 2017

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — After a 29-point embarrassment from in-state rivals University of Michigan, MSU not only tied the record for the largest margin of defeat under head coach Tom Izzo, but the Spartans started the game lazy and sloppy — even when they had a script.

MICHIGAN

MSU student cited for possession of prohibited weapons

Marie Weidmayer

February 8, 2017

Business-preference freshman Samuel Wei appeared in 54B District Court on Feb. 8 for a pretrial hearing for the possession of prohibited weapons on campus.

VOLLEYBALL

MSU volleyball adds new assistant coach to staff

Souichi Terada

February 8, 2017

After a successful season under head coach Cathy George, the MSU volleyball team announced it has added a new member to its staff, according to a press release.