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ASMSU passes sanctuary campus bill

Maddie Dallas

February 3, 2023

“Many don't understand why this issue is so important, especially here in East Lansing,” Acosta said. “But the reason is simple because this issue affects a significant amount of people in our community. MSU specifically boasts one of the largest international student populations. Since admitting its first international students in 1873, MSU has welcomed 10s of 1000s of international students to East Lansing.”

LIFE

A list of Black-led clubs at MSU focused on empowering Black students

PJ Pfeiffer

February 3, 2023

Michigan State University is a predominantly white institution, or PWI, which means Black students across campus might find it hard to find an organization that they feel represents them. 

ICE HOCKEY

Preview: MSU hosts No. 20 Notre Dame in key senior weekend series

Maddy Warren

February 3, 2023

Sitting just outside the 16-team NCAA tournament bubble at No. 18 in the PairWise rankings, the Spartans are fighting to earn a spot in the playoffs for the first time since 2012.

MEN'S BASKETBALL

Izzo talks loss to Purdue, showdown at the Garden and abnormal Big Ten standings

Melanie Soverinsky

February 2, 2023

Head Men's Basketball Coach Tom Izzo met with the media Thursday afternoon to discuss the upcoming showdown against Rutgers at Madison Square Garden.

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Black History Month events on campus to attend this February

Amalia Medina

February 2, 2023

Looking for a way to celebrate Black History Month on MSU's campus? We've got you covered. Check out this list of on-campus events this month.

LIFE

Representation in the film industry, the “Marvel-ization” of Hollywood: Students discuss

Dipika Rao

February 2, 2023

“They’ve gotten to where they are by working twice as hard,” human biology senior Tahnia Quadri said. “To be told that it’s not real media and Hollywood is so heartbreaking to hear, because this is the first time that marginalized communities are being represented.”

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MSU obtains rare emergency readiness accreditation

Alex Walters

February 2, 2023

MSU remains the only university in the Midwest and in the Big Ten to hold an EMAP accreditation.

SPORTS

'There's really never downtime': Fall sport athletes share insight on off season life

Maddy Warren

February 2, 2023

While the off season comes with more time for school work and social life, athletes are still expected to train regularly in preparation for the upcoming year. 

ICE HOCKEY

Breaking down Michigan State's senior class of 2023

Sam Sklar

February 1, 2023

The Spartans will honor 10 seniors following the conclusion of Saturday's game versus Notre Dame.

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MSU Child Development Labs to expand after receiving $2.1 million in funding

Selma Cogo

February 1, 2023

“It is a great experience for MSU students who take their labs through the child development lab to be able to have experiences with a diverse population,” Child Development Laboratories Director Laurie Linscott said. “Our university students, when they go into the field of teaching, will have had their lab experiences being able to work with children and families of diversity.”

LIFE

Lansing Roller Derby skates into new season after three-year hiatus

PJ Pfeiffer

February 1, 2023

Lansing Roller Derby is back for a regular season, after a three-year hiatus from normal gameplay. “(The team) is genuinely one of the most welcoming and inclusive communities I’ve ever been a part of,” Hume said.

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Students share their opinions on the 2023 Oscar nominations

Dipika Rao

February 1, 2023

“It’s not a secret that the Oscars predominantly lack people of color,” Mosley said. “I think that’s not something they’re trying to hide. Obviously, some steps are being taken to diversify the Oscars, but we clearly have a long way to go, based just on the international nominations.”

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Faculty and student committee demand social-consciousness, transparency from MSU's investments

Alex Walters  and  Hannah Holycross

January 31, 2023

MSU’s University Council, a legislature of faculty and student representatives, passed a non-binding resolution Tuesday demanding the university center ethics and social-consciousness in its investments. 

LIFE

How community members are aiming to reform East Lansing sex education

Hannah Woehrle  and  PJ Pfeiffer

January 31, 2023

Sex education is often the hallmark of secondary school – but how this looks can vary greatly between school districts. For some, sex education is a strict discussion on the importance of abstinence. For others, it's a more comprehensive overview of ways to prevent STDs and maintain reproductive health.

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MSU names Wilson Centennial Farms as 2023 Dairy Farm of the Year

Siya Modi

January 31, 2023

This year, the award recognized the farm's close-knit family dynamic, quality of production and openness to furthering research alongside MSU faculty and students.

LIFE

Broadway musical 'Jagged Little Pill' coming to the Wharton Center

Jaden Beard

January 31, 2023

"Jagged Little Pill" is coming to the Wharton Center Tuesday, Jan. 31 through Sunday, Feb. 5. Lani Corson, who plays the role of Mary Jane Healy, describes the story of "Jagged Little Pill" as surrounding a “seemingly perfect family who is actually dealing with a myriad of issues.”

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Trust, transparency, transformative leadership: Vassar shares goals for term as board chair

Vivian Barrett

January 31, 2023

As the first Black woman to serve as the MSU Board of Trustees chair, Dr. Rema Vassar hopes to use her position to empower others, rebuild trust within the board and with the Spartan community and tackle transformative issues.

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Zach Shallcross is America's boyfriend in season 27 of ’The Bachelor’

Liz Nass

January 30, 2023

Zach Shallcross from season 27 of "The Bachelor" sits down with The State News to discuss his journey for true love and his humble beginnings before fame.

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Behind the scenes of spring sorority recruitment

Siya Modi

January 30, 2023

It's the time of year again when sororities are starting to recruit new members. What does the process really entail and how different is it from the famous fall rush process?

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Nothing to do in February? Check out month-long 'Winterfest' in Lansing

Jacob Smith

January 30, 2023

Lansing Winterfest is set to take place throughout February, with events every weekend across the city.