Hosting six types of squirrel species, MSU is considered to have one of the higher and more diverse squirrel populations in the nation.
MSU is fighting for bowl eligibility in its final home game of the season.
The MSU Global Festival made a return after a two-year hiatus. “We weren't sure what turnout would be like since it hasn't happened in a long time but we're really pleased the communities obviously come out to support our international students," Shantz said.
The rally is a tradition that first began in 1972. It has brought the MSU Black community together to both celebrate Black culture and give voice to issues that the community faces, all through sketches, song and dance.
“If you take insights from psychological science, and you apply them to problems that need solutions, and you do that directly in an informed way, it's a really timely opportunity to do something that matters," Lucas said. "I saw an opportunity to do science that would make a difference.”
The Spartans are ranked in the top 20 for the first time in two years.
A third generation Spartan, Lieutenant Commander Sean Newman didn't hesitate when given the opportunity to watch MSU aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
“When I was provost I would say I have 50,000 students, 5,700 faculty and academic staff and then I’ve got about 20,000 souls,” Woodruff said. “I count every cow, every sheep, every goat, every insect in entomology, I count every soul as part of us.”
This weekend, thousands gathered at MSU for the state’s largest model train show and sale. Attendees and dealers found nostalgia, connection and simple mesmerization in the merchandise and displays.
Five Spartans had at least 11 points as MSU moved to 3-0 to start the season.
After sweeping the Buckeyes, the Spartans are now 8-3-1 on the season, earning themselves the number two spot in the Big Ten standings.
The collaborative team will consist of two to five USGS scientists. Outside of their work on the project, they’ll serve as faculty members at MSU.
Michigan State hockey's win over the No. 10 Buckeyes marks its second Big Ten sweep in a row.
Despite leading for a majority of the game, Michigan State was unable to take the win from No. 2 Gonzaga aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Armed Forces Classic.
While Anantharaman doesn't doubt the importance of popular culture in the climate movement, they said there is more to be done. “Getting involved with the political side of all of this, writing to your representatives, joining protests and getting involved with the climate movement," they said. "It's all important, and it's all necessary for us to face this.”
Some students worry, since Stanley’s resignation and the surrounding problems have made national headlines, the overall reputation of the university is changing too.
"Voting should not come at a cost for anyone!" Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum said in a Tweet. The MSU Police will void any tickets received by voters or volunteers on Election Day.
“It’s hard to find different programs here at MSU to support you,” Downs said. “And that’s the worst part about it. You get discouraged because you don’t have anyone in your corner to hold your hand and guide you.” First-generation students ask for more support during the fourth annual first-generation student appreciation week on campus.
The SIRS forms will be revamped to "address what quality teaching looks like on campus." ASMSU representatives also suggested a new model for the presidential search committee, limiting trustee and donor spots to allow more room for MSU community members.
MSU will face Gonzaga in its second Armed Forces Classic appearance in San Diego.