As Michigan State University kicks off its football season Friday, Spartans and Big 10 fans across the country will see the debut of “We Are Here,” a new conference ad campaign spotlighting how universities like MSU drive research, public health and economic growth.
MSU athletic director J Batt discusses his openness towards finding a suitable company to add its corporate name to Spartan Stadium while diving into an NIL plan.
After facing allegations of mortgage fraud, President Donald Trump has fired MSU professor Lisa Cook from her position as governor on the Federal Reserve Board effective immediately. The removal marks the first time a president has fired a governor from the board, sparking concerns over maintaining the separation of the independent central bank and the executive branch of government.
On August 12, after a “thorough review of MSU's parking needs and lot usage,” several changes in parking have been implemented and will go into effect for the upcoming fall semester. These changes will affect Lots 29, 33, 103/Ramp 6, 112.
The first day of classes may signal the end of move-in week, but Fall Welcome at Michigan State University continues with a full lineup of events designed to keep the energy high and help Spartans find their place. From music and food to career resources and athletic matchups, welcome week offers something for everyone.
CATA passed a $70 million budget Wednesday amid a $12 million shortfall without having to cut services—but CEO Bradley Funkhouser warns that cuts could be on the horizon if there aren't changes in state and local government.
In an Instagram story posted on Student Life’s page Tuesday, MSU informed students that the “DaBaby at MSU" concert, which was planned for Friday, was cancelled in July.
After facing criminal charges under Michigan's anti-hazing law, Ethan Cao's lawyers argue the charges are unconstitutional, citing a lack of sufficient evidence. The appeal will affect whether or not the prosecutor’s office continues to charge others as involved in Phat Nguyen's death, and going forward, how they prosecute hazing charges should another incident arise on campus.
A former Michigan State University student is moving forward with a $100 million lawsuit against the university for damages resulting from chemical exposure that led to her thyroid cancer diagnosis, attorneys announced on Friday.
In a unanimous vote, the MSU Board of Trustees approved plans for a permanent memorial dedicated to the victims of the Feb. 13 campus shooting. The board approved both the memorial's design and changes to the landscape to accommodate the memorial.
A month after MSU removed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion language from several of its websites, including the university’s 2030 strategic plan website, the domain has been restored.
The Department of Justice released a list Tuesday of states, counties and cities that have adopted policies that override national immigration laws, including sanctuary cities. Of the twenty cities named, East Lansing is the only one in Michigan.
Michigan State University professor Joshua Cowen has announced his bid for Congress in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.
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.
Michigan State University is reissuing about 12,000 spring 2025 diplomas after they were printed with the signature of a former Chairperson of the Board of Trustees.
At MSU, the impacts from the "Big Beautiful Bill" span the institution. CHM is bracing for new financial barriers in medical education and cuts to healthcare funding. Undergraduate and graduate students campus-wide face the loss of key financial aid sources. And for some MSU Extension educators, the elimination of SNAP-Ed means the likely end of their roles.
Michigan State University has announced it will no longer use Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statements in job postings, hiring, evaluations, or promotion and tenure decisions. The latest update from MSU on DEI initiatives comes after The State News reported that the university removed DEI language from several of its websites pending a strategic review of MSU’s 2030 strategic plan.
East Lansing resident Adam DeLay has announced his intent to run for East Lansing City Council in November’s election. The longtime resident and MSU alum joins fellow Spartan alum Liam Richichi and three other candidates in eyeing one of the two open positions on the board.
Campbell Hall is set to reopen its doors to MSU students this August, following the much needed renovations that are nearing completion. While there is not a specific date in place, Campbell Hall will open as part of MSU’s fall move-in process.
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.