BASKETBALL

Izzo on 2016 recruiting class: "This is the No. 1 class for me"

Ryan Squanda

November 11, 2015

The preseason No. 13 ranked MSU basketball team officially welcomed four of the nation's top recruits on National Signing Day Wednesday. Thus far, the 2016 class includes the following -- Nick Ward, Joshua Langford, Cassius Winston and Miles Bridges -- and the national signing day event allowed for MSU head basketball coach Tom Izzo a chance to comment on his loaded class, one which he believes might be his best ever. "This is the number one class for me," Izzo said.

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MSU war veterans honored at Veterans Day breakfast

Riley Murdock

November 11, 2015

Today is Veterans Day, a holiday dedicated to appreciating the labors and sacrifices of those who have served in America’s military, as well as honoring the memory of those lost in the nation’s conflicts.

FEATURES

MSU Alumni Association accepting applications for Sparty tryouts

Rachel Fradette

November 11, 2015

Every year spirited students around campus compete to hold the honor of portraying MSU's mascot, Sparty, whose legacy spans back to several different MSU generations.

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Despite spotty effectiveness, flu vaccine still best way to ward of illness, experts say

Ashlee Krawczyk

November 11, 2015

With the sound of coughs and sniffles in lecture halls on the rise, it’s no wonder the idea of receiving a flu vaccination is relevant.

MICHIGAN

Spartans stand together to help MSU alumna pay for surgery for her dog

Peter Nuttall

November 11, 2015

“Spartans stand together,” is an expression most MSU students and alumni are familiar with. Anyone can see a literal example of the it if they look at the MSU student section every home football game.

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East Lansing calls for Michigan artists to paint downtown murals

Jake Allen

November 11, 2015

The East Lansing Arts Commission is currently accepting proposals from Michigan artists interested in creating a commissioned public art mural in downtown East Lansing.

FOOTBALL

MSU football puts loss behind them, looks ahead to Maryland

Ryan Kryska

November 11, 2015

The starting left tackle for the Spartans, junior Jack Conklin, said the team is already over “that” and “it,” meaning the team’s week 10 loss to Nebraska, and he said a “good physical practice” on Tuesday was a sign the team is still reaching for its goals.

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Students can explore a wide variety of majors at Marathon of Majors

Ashlee Krawczyk

November 10, 2015

Deciding on a major is an overwhelming and stressful process. A major decides a student’s entire academic path that eventually — and hopefully — leads to a career.

SOCCER

No. 8 seeded MSU topped by No. 9 Penn State in Big Ten Tournament

Casey Harrison

November 10, 2015

The men's soccer team faced No. 9 seed Penn State in the Big Ten tournament on Saturday, in which they were topped 2-1 in overtime.

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MSU chapter of Camp Kesem holds annual fundraiser week

Peter Nuttall

November 10, 2015

For some, it may just be the week of Nov. 8-15. Another school or work week that’s just waiting to fly by, only to make way for the next one.

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MSU battles Penn State in 22 annual American Red Cross blood drive

Joshua Bender

November 10, 2015

The American Red Cross is teaming up with MSU and Pennsylvania State University to create the next chapter in the schools 22-year blood drive competition. The annual blood drive pits the student bodies of both schools against each other in a competition to see who can donate the most blood.

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MSU Police respond to peeping tom, breaking and entering

Cameron Macko

November 10, 2015

MSU police is reporting a peeping tom looking into the rooms for Shaw Hall residents late on Nov. 7.

MICHIGAN

East Lansing Public Library set to close for renovations

Jake Allen

November 10, 2015

The city of East Lansing has set a date for closure to prepare for the East Lansing Public Library's renovations.

NEWS

Ohio State IM facilities became some of the Big Ten's best by listening to student feedback

Alex Kurrie

November 10, 2015

The next stop on the road trip of superior IM facilities is The Ohio State University.

BASKETBALL

Team chemistry, trust abundant early for MSU basketball

Stephen Olschanski

November 9, 2015

If you needed any sign of the strength of the cohesiveness of MSU basketball, look no further than the statline.

BASKETBALL

Izzo and team feel there's much to be worked on after exhibition games

Ryan Squanda

November 9, 2015

The No. 13 MSU men's basketball team defeated the Ferris State Bulldogs, 93-57, to win their second and final exhibition game on the season Monday night. However, despite the comfortable margin of victory and MSU finishing with 29 assists on 35 made shots, head coach Tom Izzo said there were a few things for his team to sort out before for the regular season. And the first thing on Izzo's mind -- defense. "I told you on media day that the one thing with this team, is they've got a lot of shooters," Izzo said at the post game press conference Monday night.

BASKETBALL

MSU basketball defeats Ferris State in exhibition, 93-57

Ryan Squanda

November 9, 2015

The No. 13 MSU men's basketball team defeated Ferris State 93-57.

BASKETBALL

LIVE BLOG: Michigan State vs. Ferris State

Ryan Squanda

November 9, 2015

Welcome to the live blog for the exhibition basketball game between Michigan State vs. Ferris State.

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Art for Charlie Art Show raises money for children with terminal illness

Riley Murdock

November 9, 2015

The 5th Annual “Art for Charlie” Art Show and Auction took place this weekend with proceeds going to the Art for Charlie Foundation, which promotes hospice and palliative care for families coping with the loss or terminal illness of a child.

FEATURES

BSA hosts annual Black Power Rally to celebrate culture

Kateria Hines

November 9, 2015

On Sunday night, the Black Student Alliance hosted their annual Black Power Rally event.