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1st-generation college students share their histories and hopes
First-generation students recount memories of getting accepted to MSU and their ambitions for the future.
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John Mulaney virtual Q&A with MSU Jewish Student Union
John Mulaney was raised Catholic, though his wife, Annamarie Tendler, is Jewish.
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Swim & Dive, recorded lectures, ASMSU elections bills approved for GA
Ishaan Modi, a Lyman Briggs College representative, mentioned that this would align with one of the ASMSU’s main priorities as student advocates.
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International students hopeful for future after Biden's election win
International students are excited for the change in dynamic and pandemic policies since Joe Biden was elected President. They reflect on their own experiences in and out of the United States to provide insight.
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MSU Hillel to host virtual event with comedian John Mulaney
The event is structured as a Q&A with Mulaney that comedian Derrick Knopsnyder hosts. A few video questions by students will also be included, Nate Strauss said
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Stanley clarifies the effect Whitmer's orders have on MSU
“I know this news comes at a time when many are already tired, stressed and overwhelmed by the ongoing pandemic," President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. said. "But as I said last week, we cannot let our guard down. The virus continues to spread, and we need to take the actions we know will stop or slow it down."
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MSU opens 1st-ever sexual assault health care program
MSU’s Center for Survivors received funding from the Victims of Crimes Act Fund to pay for the program’s staff and equipment.
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Artist-in-residence reimagines Sparty statue through separate molded sculptures
The MSU Art, Art History and Design Department hired an artist to stay and teach on campus while pursuing their own artistic project. Young Joon Kwak, from L.A., chose to reimagine the Sparty statue in molds.
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MSUPD investigating train crash near MSU campus
MSUPD officers and detectives will remain on the scene to conduct an investigation and determine the cause of the incident.
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How football player COVID-19 testing differs from other on-campus students
Athletes have strict COVID-19 safety guidelines, but when it comes to other students, the guidelines are less tight.
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Family wishes ex-Trustee, KKK member name removal was handled internally
According to the family, when they asked MSU to share any other evidence that they had, the university refused to give it to them.
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Students' thoughts on RBG's replacement, Knake comments
MSU students express their feelings surrounding associate justice Amy Coney Barrett's nomination to the Supreme Court as a replacement for Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Some are looking forward to her term while others are worried about the outcome.
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ASMSU hosts virtual Taking Care of Yourself as an International Student
Mental Health Awareness Week (MWAH) is a weeklong initiative that the Associated Students of Michigan State University (ASMSU) started last year, alongside many other student groups, that will continue to bring more ideas and foster greater collaboration throughout campus.
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MSU students react to Satisfactory/Non satisfactory grading option for academic year
Students who opt to hide grades through the S/NS grading system for fall semester have between Dec. 23 and Jan. 5, 2021 to request their grade be hidden.
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ASMSU passes bills regarding RHS furloughs, pass/fail
The next GA meeting will be on Nov. 19, while representatives will meet and discuss bills in committees Thursday, Nov. 12.
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MSU offers Satisfactory/Non-Satisfactory grading option for 2020-21 academic year
Students can start requesting that grades for the fall semester be recorded as S/NS on Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020 until 11:59 EST on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021. S/NS will replace the previous No Record-Covid option.
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Theatre department sets virtual stage for experimental season
The MSU Theatre Department announced its plans for the fall season, which is a collection of experimental projects themed around current events and social justice.
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AG joins coalition against limits on international student visas
The coalition opposes a proposed rule that would set fixed time limits of two or four year on student visas. The attorneys general argue in their letter that these limits would harm international students, limit learning opportunities for domestic students, damage state economies and violate federal law.
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President Stanley urges precaution and testing prior to fall departure
"It’s our collective responsibility to ensure the safety of our community, especially for those who plan to travel or return home for Thanksgiving," MSU President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. said in the email. "COVID-19 is on the rise in Michigan and the state has recorded a record number of positive cases due, in part, to small indoor gatherings without face coverings."
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MSU students deal with election anticipation
Who will be our next president? Michigan State students express their feelings about the election and how they are dealing with stress this week.