A perplexing exam — on which a high score could help confer a full-ride scholarship to Michigan State — attracted hundreds of ambitious high school seniors to East Lansing last month.
On Selection Sunday, Michigan State men's basketball heard their name called as the No. 3 seed in the 2026 NCAA tournament. It will face off against No. 14 seed North Dakota State in a battle that will begin the Spartans March Madness journey.
The MSU Irish Dance Club is fundraising on Saint Patrick's Day by offering MSU students the chance for a member of the club to come perform a jig for them. That's just one fun aspect of what the club offers. From Tigers games to Shrek-themed choreography, the Irish Dance Club provides a unique outlet for artistry and athletics on campus.
Michigan State women's basketball learned its fate Sunday, drawing a No. 5 seed and a first-round matchup against Mountain West tournament champion Colorado State. The Spartans enter the NCAA Tournament riding a 3-6 skid, but a nine-game winning streak and a red-hot Colorado State squad stand between MSU and a second-round berth.
On Senior Day at Jenison Field House, Michigan State gymnastics honored its seniors with tears, cheers and memorable performances. This included Nikki Smith’s perfect 10 on the floor. The Spartans won against Brown 197.500 to 194.650. However, the key moment of the day was the heartfelt farewell for Olivia Zsarmani, Smith, Stephanie Lebster, Sage Kellerman and Naya Howard.
MSU men's basketball has reached its 28th-straight NCAA Tournament and will face North Dakota State in the first round on Thursday, March 19.
Gingers and redheads alike gathered in downtown East Lansing on March 14 to participate in the fourth annual Running of the Gingers. The student-led event has become a staple during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, with the goal of honoring Irish culture, redhead identity and community spirit.
Michigan State pushed Ohio State to overtime for the third straight meeting, but the Buckeyes secured a 3-2 win in sudden-death overtime. Porter Martone scored to tie the game late in the second period, but Felix Caron netted the game-winner after a Buckeyes rush early in overtime.
MSU had many chances in its loss to UCLA, but its inconsistency thwarted any prolonged comeback in the 88-84 quarter-final loss.
MSU lacked momentum and struggled to match UCLA’s physicality in the paint, allowing the Bruins to control the flow of the game in an 88-84 quarterfinal loss in the Big Ten Tournament. Behind Donovan Dent’s playmaking and efficient shooting, UCLA capitalized on open looks and defensive breakdowns to deliver one of its strongest offensive performances of the season.
The MSU Film Collective, also known as class FLM 200, and some non-student members gathered in Wells Hall for a screening of the film, Goodbye, Dragon Inn. The screening was held Thursday, Mar. 12.
Michigan States first Big Ten tournament matchup begins against UCLA on Friday, March 13 in Chicago at the United Center. To survive and advance, the Spartans must posses the know-how play physically, command the post and limit the Bruins in their three point game.
On Sunday, March 15, the 98th Academy Awards, better known as the Oscars, will take place in the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California. The Oscars is a prestigious, annual awards ceremony that celebrates and honors achievements in the film industry. Categories range from ‘Actor in a Leading Role’ to ‘Film Editing’. Popular nominations this year include ‘Marty Supreme’, which has a total of nine nominations, and ‘Sinners’, with a total of 16 nominations. However, statistics show that Generation Z is less likely to tune in to the live showing of award shows in general, compared to other generations. Instead, they are more likely to find other avenues to express their interest.
The Big Ten changed its hockey tournament format to three rounds of single elimination for this season. The Spartans will test it out when they host Ohio State on Saturday, March 14. The game is set for 7:30 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network.
St. Patrick's Day is a major celebration after students survive the first week back from spring break. Though, choosing what to wear can be a bit tricky. Given that MSU’s colors are green and white most students should already possess everything they need to craft the perfect outfit without breaking the bank. This style guide will take you through the fashion dos and don’ts of the holiday.
With 13 new faces on the roster, Michigan State hockey still won the Big Ten Conference. The Spartans established an identity over their 34 games of the regular season and finished 25-7-2 overall, 16-6-2 in the Big Ten. They showed resilience, created an offensive identity, grew defensively and finished in high-stakes games — simulating situations to come in tournament play.
State Rep. Josh Schriver, R-Oxford, spoke to members of MSU’s Turning Point USA chapter Wednesday evening, doubling down that the lack of response from the university regarding a controversial syllabus may prompt budget reconsiderations.
Michigan State University will consolidate the College of Human Medicine and College of Osteopathic Medicine into a unified college of medicine. The announcement was made earlier today by MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz, and follows over a year of discussion and research after the merger was first brought to the floor by Guskiewicz as part of his “One Team, One Health” initiative in February 2025.
Michigan state Sen. and U.S. Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow emphasized the need for continual federal funding for MSU and outlined her stance on immigration enforcement and military aid for Israel during a visit to a College Democrats meeting.
