ICE HOCKEY
MSU hockey drops to No. 14 in USCHO rankings following GLI losses
The Spartans hit the road this week as they return to conference play versus Ohio State in Columbus on Dec. 6 and 7.
MSU
Two trustees sworn in, search for MSU president can commence
Their oaths and the appointment of an eighth trustee mean the board is operating with all seats filled, and the search for a permanent university president can begin.
ICE HOCKEY
'We'll learn from it': MSU hockey works to move forward after subpar GLI performance
The Spartans have just a few days to dust themselves off, put the GLI losses behind them and prepare for a top-15 team on the road.
MICHIGAN
Gov. Whitmer inaugurated for second term, unveils bipartisan vision for next four years
In her first term, Whitmer signed over 1,000 bipartisan bills. In her inaugural speech, she said she intends to continue her trend of bipartisanship by being a governor for all Michiganders and working with anyone who wants to get things done.
LIFE
Two Okemos teachers helped fellow residents escape Knob Hill Apartments fire
Funk and Becker woke up residents who were sleeping, helped an older resident grab needed medication and even carried pets outside to safety. "We just started knocking and banging on every single door in the apartment complex,” Funk said. “People had absolutely no idea … Some of the apartments were unlocked – we just walked right in."
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Double-digit scoring efforts propel MSU women's basketball to upset No. 4 Indiana
Four MSU players put up double-digit points, allowing the Spartans to maintain their momentum throughout the game and knock off a top-ranked opponent for the first time this season.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
FINAL: MSU women's basketball stuns No. 4 Indiana to earn first conference win of season
With the win, MSU hands Indiana its first loss of the season, advancing to 9-5 overall and 1-2 Big Ten play.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Preview: MSU women's basketball looking for first Big Ten win against No. 4 Indiana
The Spartans return to Big Ten play Thursday with tipoff set for 3 p.m. at the Breslin Center.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Malik Hall expected to play versus Buffalo, Keon Coleman practicing with team
Prior to his injury, Hall was averaging 12.0 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game.
ICE HOCKEY
FINAL: MSU hockey falls to Ferris State 4-2 in semifinal round of Great Lakes Invitational
The Spartans will return to Van Andel tomorrow to face Michigan Tech in the third-place game at 3:30 p.m.
FOOTBALL
Michigan State LB Aaron Brule to return to MSU for final season
Brule had a strong finish to the 2022 season, making 18 tackles and three sacks in the final four games.
MSU
Huntington Bank VP Sandy Pierce appointed to MSU Board of Trustees
She will replace former trustee Pat O'Keefe who resigned in a letter to the governor's office, citing his concern about the resignation of former business school dean Sanjay Gupta.
ICE HOCKEY
Preview: No. 11 Michigan State to face Ferris State in first round of Great Lakes Invitational
A win over Ferris State would send MSU to the GLI Championship game on Wednesday, where it would face the winner of Michigan Tech versus Western Michigan.
FOOTBALL
Jacoby Windmon announces return to MSU for fifth season
Senior LB/DL Jacoby Windmon stated he will forgo the NFL draft and return to the Spartans next season. The announcement comes as an early Christmas present to the Spartan defense that struggled mightily during the 2022 season.
FOOTBALL
Khary Crump takes plea deal after facing felony charge in UM tunnel incident
Aside from Crump, all players suspended from the team following the incident were since reinstated.
NEWS
MSU alumnus Mat Ishbia finalizing purchase of the Phoenix Suns and Mercury franchises
Michigan State men's basketball alumnus Mat Ishbia is in the process of purchasing the Phoenix Suns and Mercury franchises for $4 billion.
MSU
Education students adjust after teacher preparation program reduced from 5 to 4 years
All education students received a confidential message announcing an option to transition from a five to four-year program in the College of Education, affecting current freshmen and sophomores in all education programs. Many 2023 and 2024 graduates will continue with the original five-year model, with some exceptions for students that began the program later.
MICHIGAN
One confirmed dead in Knob Hill Apartment fire, community rallies with relief for families
During recovery efforts, one person was found deceased. As crews continue to demolish the damaged buildings, the surrounding community has joined together in an effort to provide assistance and support to the affected families.
SPORTS
MSU turned over donor agreements, here's what's inside
After a legal battle with the Detroit Free Press, MSU turned over its agreements between donors Mat Ishbia and Stephen St. Andre.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
FINAL: MSU shuts down Oakland 67-54 in return to the Breslin
Michigan State remains undefeated against Oakland University after defeating the Golden Grizzlies 67-54 at home.