MSU horticulture professor competes on 'Jeopardy!'

Chayce Griffith, an assistant fruit tree professor at MSU, competed on "Jeopardy" last week.

MSU board ethics policy limits trustee dissent, ignites free speech debate

Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees has approved a revised code of ethics and conduct that requires members to sign a statement of acknowledgement and emphasizes “loyalty” to board decisions, with potential sanctions for those who refuse. 

MSU students and faculty publish book chronicling Asian American history in Michigan

Students in an Asian American History course at MSU chronicled Asian American immigrant experiences in Michigan, publishing a book called ‘Following the Apple Blossom: Spoken Stories of the Asian Diaspora in Michigan'

Vassar condemns MSU ethics overhaul, compares board culture to Nassar era

“The culture that produced Larry Nassar was built brick by brick through exactly the mechanisms being ratified in this document,” trustee Rema Vassar said in reference to the revisions the MSU Board of Trustees passed Sunday. 

MSU board extends Guskiewicz contract, doubles pay amid retention concerns

Michigan State University trustees gave MSU president Kevin Guskiewicz a $1 million raise and contract extension amid fears he could leave, exposing deep divisions within the board.

MSU board to vote on ethics and conduct code revisions at special meeting

Michigan State University's Board of Trustees scheduled a rare Sunday night special meeting to discuss sweeping revisions to the board’s code of ethics and conduct that aim to restrict public dissension among its members.

Students face uncertainty after apartment fire at Chandler Crossings

Following an apartment fire at The Village at Chandler Crossings on Saturday night, many residents have lost nearly all their belongings and are anticipating a hard road to stability. The fire originated from "careless discarding of smoking materials which traveled through the attic area," according to authorities. 

MSU launches pilot program for in-person orientation

Years after new student orientation shifted online due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Michigan State University is revisiting in-person orientation for certain incoming students this summer through Spartan Welcome Days.

Voting concerns at Democratic convention fuel audit push in tight MSU trustee race

Sen. Sylvia Santana is challenging the results of the Michigan Democratic Party convention after her campaign alleged more than 200 votes were cast remotely during the closely contested MSU trustee endorsement race.

As RCAH's last class prepares to walk, younger students face uncertain future

Michigan State University’s Residential College in the Arts and Humanities will merge under the College of Arts and Letters beginning July 1, 2026. This leaves many students concerned about the future of the college’s small class sizes, among other issues.

Claims of improper voting at Democratic convention complicate tight MSU trustee race

Concerns over alleged voting violations committed at the annual Democrat State Endorsement convention may change the results of the party’s endorsement of two candidates for Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees ahead of the November elections. 

'Damned if you do, damned if you don't': MSU President faced free speech test ahead of Hasan Piker visit

Days after U.S. Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed announced that popular leftist commentator Hasan Piker would join him on a campus tour which included Michigan State University, emails flooded the inbox of MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz. The messages expressed concerns with the hosting of Piker on MSU’s campus, who they claim has promoted “extremism” and amplified “antisemitic rhetoric” in his past actions. Allowing Piker on campus risks making Jewish students, families and faculty feel unsafe, the messages urged.

Man arrested at Wells Hall for possessing chemicals used for meth

Michigan State University Police announced that a 31-year-old man was arrested for allegedly running a meth lab in Wells Hall. DPPS, in a press release, wrote that suspect Xin Tong was arrested and issued felony criminal charges for malicious destruction of a building over $20,000 and “felony controlled substance-operate/maintain lab involving methamphetamine.”

Growing share of students receiving test accommodations for 'invisible disabilities'

The increase in academic accommodations at MSU, which tracks with a national trend, is raising questions both pragmatic and philosophical for the university.

High rents, summer break a pain for East Lansing businesses

High rents, parking problems and a season lull in foot traffic keeps some business owners wary of opening up shops on Grand River Avenue, the heart of MSU’s nightlife.

35 years in, the Wells Hall Preacher refuses to "shut up." Who's still listening?

Izzo Run, Walk, Roll unites thousands, fuels local charities

The seventh annual Izzo Run, Walk, Roll 5K event brought over 9,300 participants to Michigan State's campus, putting them on a 5-kilometer path around multiple MSU landmarks like Beaumont Tower and the Alice B. Cowles House.

MSU seniors bear long waits for graduation photos

As commencement looms, many MSU seniors are flocking to spots around campus to take their graduation pictures. That, however, comes with bearing with long lines and wait times.

MSU students uplift local dementia patients through music

The MSU medical student who started the East Lansing chapter of the Music for Dementia organization says her final goodbye through one last performance, reflecting on where her passion started and how far it has come.

Wells Hall doesn't re-open as planned; now closed through May 1

Wells Hall was evacuated Monday after reports of an unknown chemical inside the building, according to a university alert.