Looking for the perfect place to take a study break but not sure where to go? Whether you're new to East Lansing or a returning student, here’s a guide to the best study spots around campus — tailored to your college and major.
Michigan State University professor Joshua Cowen has announced his bid for Congress in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.
On the set of James Gunn's "Superman" last summer, there was a familiar sight for those from East Lansing. Was it a bird? Was it a plane? No, it was digital storytelling senior Colton Bennett.
Growing up in a family with seven brothers and sisters, MSU film studies professor Peter Johnston described his family as always being a "Jeopardy! household." So, when Johnston had the chance to compete on the popular game show, he took it.
In 1997, a headless body was found in a Blissfield Township field. Throughout 2024 and 2025, MSU students were able to help pinpoint the culprits through the Cold Case Unit program in collaboration with the Michigan State Police.
With things like additional majors or minors and internship requirements, many Michigan State University students pass up summer break for a summer semester. Alongside classes, students also partake in internships and summer jobs that have longer hours and a greater workload.
Hidden knives were found in free pens distributed during MSU Surplus Store's Teacher Sale on July 8. The Surplus Store urges potential receivers of these pens to contact them upon discovery.
MSU conducted a full-scale emergency exercise on the East side of campus on Tuesday, the first of its kind since the shooting two years ago.
For many Michigan State University students, East Lansing is a temporary home. College years often fly by — sometimes too quickly for students to learn about the city more deeply. Political science professor Sarah Reckhow recognized this gap and sought a solution. Together with her class, she created the East Lansing Citizens Manual.
Former Broad MSU professor Iskandar Arifin has been sentenced to a minimum of two years in prison for possession of child pornography.
Michigan State University settled with another shooting survivor in early May, according to documents obtained by The State News.
The Broad College of Business announced a series of curriculum updates last week, including a transition from a Bachelor of Arts in Business to a Bachelor of Science in business. They also announced a series of classes that students are now required to take.
Michigan State University approved three major academic appointments during its June 13 Board of Trustees meeting in Traverse City, including a new provost and deans for the College of Arts and Letters and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz told faculty and staff Thursday that the school will reduce its general spending budget by 9% over two years, blaming rising healthcare costs, operational expenses, and declining state support. But the Union of Non-Tenure Track Faculty says those explanations lack transparency and don’t match the data it has—or hasn't—been shown.
Michigan State University joined 18 research universities in signing an amicus brief Monday in support of Harvard College and their recent legal battle with the Trump administration concerning two billion dollars in federal grants. As of May, researchers at MSU have suffered up to $82 million in research cuts.
Three MSU professors started a band, releasing an album with 'principles of peace, love and tolerance,' but the show might be ending just as it's getting good.
As MSU alumni, College of Communication Arts and Sciences grads, former MSU student athletes and former MSU Athletics staff, Olivia and Darien Harris have had many important milestones on and around MSU’s campus. Now, Olivia and Darien Harris have embarked on a new milestone by founding Recharged Pilates, one of the only pilates studios in the area. The couple pride themselves and their company on its accessibility to the community and deep-rooted connection to Michigan State University.
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation Wednesday evening that bans citizens from 12 countries from entering the U.S. and imposes heightened restrictions on seven others. The move is the Trump administration’s latest effort to tighten immigration rules, placing MSU international students and scholars in uncertain territory.
The Office for International Students and Scholars at Michigan State University sent out an email earlier this week warning international students not to travel outside of the U.S. The decision follows reports that the U.S. Department of State has temporarily suspended visa interviews for international students intending to study in the United States.
Brenda Tracy is suing Trustees Rema Vassar and Dennis Denno along with Michigan State's Board of Trustees over their failure to protect her following her reporting of Mel Tucker for sexual harassment in 2023.