MSU
MSU board gives Tom Izzo $1 million raise
The raise makes Izzo the highest paid men's basketball coach in the Big Ten conference.
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MSU president says he would consider report of VP's 'fear-based' leadership 'as needed'
MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz said he has not spoken to Vice President for University Advancement Kim Tobin about revelations regarding her "fear-based" leadership which detailed in a report published by The State News earlier this week. Guskiewicz said he has not read the article, calling it an "Op-ed."
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MSU board establishes divestment committee amid student dissent
The MSU Board of Trustees established a new committee to consider concerns about the school's investments amid calls for it to divest from holdings tied to fossil fuels, weapons manufacturers and Israel. Student activists expressed doubt about committee, referring to it a bureaucratic tool for slowing down their cause.
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Brianna Scott to be next chair of MSU's board
MSU Board of Trustees chair Kelly Tebay concludes her year-long service as the board's leader. Trustee Brianna Scott will adopt the role of chair, and Trustee Renee Knake Jefferson will take on vice chair, effective Jan. 1.
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MSU board approves new football coach's contract
Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees approved new head coach Pat Fitzgerald’s contract at its Friday meeting. A term sheet spelling out certain aspects of Fitzgerald's deal with MSU has been publicized, but a complete version of his contract has not been.
NEWS
Political RSOs navigate inter-group dynamics and influence amid record student engagement
An overview of political student groups at MSU, their relationships with each other, and their influence on the political atmosphere on campus.
MSU
Fundraising VP responds to State News story: 'Leadership comes with difficult choices'
The revelations about Tobin's unit and her response to them come as it navigates its loftiest test yet: Advancement is in the midst of a record-setting $4 billion capital campaign.
NEWS
MSU VP of Student Affairs aims for 'clarity' regarding new RSO regulations
An interview with MSU VPSA Jim Hintz on the RSO changes made this semester following new federal DEI regulations, and the steps Student Affairs is taking to bring clarity moving forward.
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‘Fear-based’ leadership looms over MSU’s fundraising department
As University Advancement sets records, staffers’ patience with their ‘authoritarian’ VP is waning
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Board to vote on strict criteria for addressing investment concerns
Calls for MSU to alter its investment portfolio for "non-financial reasons" could be subject to strict tests ensuring the requests have broad enough support, that the university could impact the situation and that a "central university value" is "clearly at stake." The university board of trustees will vote on whether to adopt the protocol for the "Advisory Committee for Responsible Investing" at its upcoming meeting.
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Board to vote on Pat Fitzgerald's contract, construction projects
The Michigan State University Board of Trustees will vote Friday on whether to approve the new head football coach's contract, and a number of campus infrastructure upgrades.
BUSINESS
SCALE Conference Brings Student Innovators Together at MSU in 2026
A new two-day event will unite student creators, educators and innovators from across the country for workshops, networking and entrepreneurial development.
COMMENTARY
REVIEW: 'Five Nights at Freddy’s 2' scares, stumbles and still has charm
'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' came out in theaters on Dec. 5.
NEWS
MSU President and ASMSU President give end-of-semester remarks to General Assembly
ASMSU ends the 2025 fall semester with addresses from ASMSU and MSU president and eight bills passed.
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Independent investigator aided MSU defense against Brenda Tracy
An attorney that led an independent investigation into whether someone at MSU leaked Brenda Tracy's name was billed for work defending the university against a lawsuit filed by Tracy. Tracy's lawyer has alleged the firm has conflicting interests.
FOOTBALL
Inside Pat Fitzgerald's $30 million contract and incentives
Michigan State football has hired Pat Fitzgerald as its new head coach, and recently the terms and details of Fitzgerald's contract has come to light. The contract includes base salary, supplemental pay and heavy incentives that could make Fitzgerald one of the highest paid coaches in all of college football.
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Specter of ICE looms over campus
The second Trump administration's promise to deport millions of undocumented immigrants is altering how some MSU students experience college. Even without ICE setting foot on campus, viral rumors of agents on campus have struck fear into some students.
NEWS
Crime blotter; Burglary, Assault, and Obstructing Police Reported Last Week
Burglary, assault, and obstructing police were reported this past week.
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'We are very comfortable': MSU president lauds football coach hire
In an exclusive interview with The State News, MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz discussed the hiring of new football coach Pat Fitzgerald.
FOOTBALL
Michigan State football announces Pat Fitzgerald as its new head coach
A day after announcing the termination of Jonathan Smith, Michigan State and its football program announces the hiring of its new head coach Pat Fitzgerald.