Two sexual assaults reported to MSUPD over the weekend

Two sexual assaults were reported to MSU Police during the weekend, at 1855 Place and Hubbard Hall.

East Lansing hopes to restore native natural park systems

The East Lansing Environmental Stewardship Program reaches out to volunteers to restore natural park communities in the area by removing invasive plants and replacing them with native species instead.

ASMSU to create endowment for survivors of sexual assault

At the latest ASMSU meeting, the general assembly passed a bill that would create an endowment for victims of sexual assault to receive financial support at the discretion of counselors through MSU's sexual assault office. 

ASMSU discusses esports, active shooter situations

The most recent ASMSU general assembly meeting featured speakers on issues ranging from technological developments on campus to community service. 

Students gather in Cedar Village after win vs. U-M

 Crowds gathered in Cedar Village Saturday night to celebrate (or some may say “riot”) after MSU’s 14-10 upset win over Michigan in Ann Arbor.  

First Park District building demolition begins

The demolition of the blighted building on the corner of Grand River Avenue and Abbot Road is underway.

MSUPD, ELPD received threats against athletics, city says

MSU Police and the East Lansing Police Department received a letter with general threats against MSU athletic events, according to a press release from the City of East Lansing.

Meet ASMSU's U-M counterpart

Athletics aren't the only MSU/U of M rivalry - the two schools' student governments talk about what makes them different. 

Faculty reflect on experiences at MSU, U of M

As the Spartans prepare to play the Wolverines on Oct. 7, faculty who have attended or worked at both schools talk about their dual perspective.

Sexual assault reported at Holden Hall Sept. 30

An alleged sexual assault occurred at Holden Hall on Sept. 30, according to the Clery Crime and Fire Log.

Las Vegas Spartans Alumni Club raises funds for areas in need after shooting

 The Las Vegas Spartans Alumni Club is raising money for the areas in Las Vegas that are in need after the mass shooting that left 59 dead and over 500 injured Sunday evening. The group has started a GoFundMe and will also be donating profits made from t-shirt sales and 50/50 raffle tickets during its annual game watch on Oct. 7.

How does East Lansing's rent compare to other Big Ten schools?

With universities ranging from Maryland to Nebraska, there’s a difference in the cost of living embedded deep into their respective markets.  So, how much does it really cost to live near a Big Ten school? 

Go Blue Guarantee vs. Spartan Advantage: how financial aid compares

In June, the University of Michigan unveiled its “Go Blue Guarantee.” This financial aid initiative promises four years of free tuition to in-state undergraduate students whose family annual income amounts to $65,000 or less a year. After the announcement, many watched to see if MSU would follow its rival’s suit and provide similar relief to lower-income students. It did not.

Trump nominates Michigan state rep Tim Kelly to Department of Education position

President Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate Michigan representative Timothy Kelly to a position in the U.S. Department of Education. 

Diverse, yet shrinking, population still calls Spartan Village home

QUIZ: Which on-campus MSU neighborhood do you belong in?

Which MSU neighborhood should you call home?

Single dorms: As roommates leave, students choose more money or new company

Student must choose between roommate reassignment or paying extra for a single dorm when their original roommates dropout or don't show up.

After condemnation, Abbot Manor apartments is back on the market

 Abbot Manor, located on Abbot Road north of MSU’s campus, reopened in August of 2016 after extensive renovations. Now, 18 months after the building was originally condemned, things appear to be back to normal at first glance.  

Rock Vs. Rock: A history of MSU and U-M's twin graffitied landmarks

As they prepare to witness the annual battle for sports supremacy between our two football teams, the two universities face another (admittedly more obscure) rivalry: this duo of paint-covered boulders that decorate their respective campuses. 

Noose found outside of MSU student's dorm room, MSU launches investigation

A noose was found hanging outside of an MSU student's dorm room, according to a statement released by President Lou Anna K. Simon today.