Professor uses skateboard to keep students' attention

Media and Information professor, Rabindra Ratan knows that in a big lecture, students get distracted and fall asleep.

Column: New Izzone ticket package not so bad

An editorial by the State News staff on Izzone ticket prices has been taking some major heat today by respected followers, so let’s all take a deep breath and clear the air. MSU students paid $170 for 12 games this past season, about $14 per game.

Active Minds MSU to hold a suicide awareness event Friday

It is estimated that 1,100 students commit suicide across college campuses nationwide. This epidemic not only ends lives but leaves behind tremendous grief and confusion for the friends and family of the deceased.

MSU's Bike Collaborative hosting intervention week for bicyclists

MSU's Bike Collaborative is kicking off an intervention week with the intention of making students aware of bike safety issues on campus, as well as hopefully getting students to feel more comfortable with biking on campus in general.

Trustee candidate seeks to cap MSU tuition

William Deary, CEO and co-founder of Great Lakes Caring Home Health, announced his candidacy for the MSU Board of Trustees last week.  Deary said he plans to work to cap MSU’s tuition and make college more affordable for students at MSU. He said looking at the cost for middle class families who have supported the university for years and want to send children to MSU, paying for their children's tuition is all but affordable. Deary attended MSU in '76 and MA '80.

Editorial: New Izzone ticketing system will discourage attendance

For returning Izzone members, a change in the way tickets are bought might discourage them from purchasing them again this year. This year, students pay $55 for the Izzone membership, which includes the opportunity to buy individual tickets to the games. Yes, the opportunity.  Students who pay the $55 membership fee and attend the Izzone Campout on Oct.

Men's soccer falls to No. 14 Notre Dame in home stand finale

The No. 22 ranked men's soccer team dropped their fifth and final game of a season-long home stand against No. 9 ranked Notre Dame 4-0.

Students raise awareness for MY Consent Day at The Rock

Izzone unveils new purchasing options; student reaction mixed on decisions

Besides the annual kickoff to football season there is another annual fall tradition amongst MSU students; the opportunity to purchase tickets to the Izzone.

Jewish students and community members reflect on the past year for Yom Kippur

While many students look forward to ushering in the new year on January 1st, for Jewish students, new year celebrations are already taking place.  Rosh Hashanah, the celebration of the new year in the Jewish faith, took place last week and as then ten day period between the holidays comes to an end, students are prepared to celebrate Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement.

Marvin Clark Jr. sidelined 6-8 weeks with foot injury

MSU basketball will be without sophomore forward Marvin Clark Jr. for 6-8 weeks due to a foot injury, according to Spartan Athletics.

Dantonio likely to redshirt running back Delton Williams

Today is Tuesday, meaning today was MSU football head coach Mark Dantonio's weekly press conference.

Column: Don't pass up on football success

Spartan fans have before them a unique opportunity.  For the first time since 1966, MSU football is ranked No.

Aaron Burbridge named Big Ten offensive player of the week

Senior wide receiver Aaron Burbridge has been named the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week after career highs in receptions (8), yards (156) and touchdowns (3) against Air Force. Burbridge’s performance tied the MSU record for receiving touchdowns in a game and solidified his role as the Spartans’ top target. Burbridge, just three games into the season, has already broke his career high for total receiving yards and has amassed over 100 yards in each of the Spartans’ 2015 games. “You got to go out there with the confidence to know what you are doing,” Burbridge said after the game on Saturday.

Free food, prizes at yearbook giveaway this Wednesday

The event, called “Meet the Media,” will also feature free food courtesy of Conrad’s, giveaways by VIM and RCL, and an opportunity to mingle with members of both organizations.

MSU vs. Air Force game day crime recap

Compared to the MSU vs. Oregon game, crime during the MSU vs. Air Force game on campus was significantly lower.

MSU alumnus discusses passion for music, DJ career

Neon miniature lights dance, penetrating beats flowing through the inner crevices of your soul. Cool sweat drips down your face as the DJ scratches a new rhythm on a nostalgic vinyl, opening your heart to hip-hop exploring a new version of yourself.

ELPD looking for information on home invasion suspect

ELPD are looking for a suspect involved in a home invasion that occurred at approximately 6:45 a.m.

New bill would formally legalize fantasy sports in Michigan

As millions of people across the country prepare to take part in fantasy football, and millions more planning to play other fantasy sports this year, many states including Michigan have much uncertainty surrounding the legality of the fantasy gaming industry.

(SCENE) Metrospace opens new gallery under MSU Department of Art, Art History and Design

The urban art gallery, located at 110 Charles St., closed over the summer for renovations after a new operating agreement regrading the space was signed between the city of East Lansing and MSU's Department of Art, Art History and Design.