MSU student groups demand university acknowledge Palestinian students, provide resources

Several MSU student groups released a statement calling on the board and administration to acknowledge safety concerns and publicly apologize to Arab and Muslim students. The statement also provides detailed demands that the university provide academic accommodations and mental health resources for affected students and protect students' right to free speech and privacy.

Sole finalist for MSU presidency 'weighing' decision

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz is weighing leaving his current position to become president of Michigan State University, according to a statement provided to The News & Observer. Guskiewicz is the sole remaining finalist after the other dropped out Wednesday evening.

MSU board was down to two finalists in president search, but one already dropped out

Student mental health clubs prioritize culture and community to combat stigma

Several student organizations at MSU tackle mental health awareness by fostering safe spaces for specific communities. For these clubs, breaking down stigma and connecting over culture are top priorities.

MSU updates off-campus aggravated assault reports

On Nov. 13, two additional reports of aggravated assault that occurred on non-campus property in 2022 were added to MSU’s annual security and fire safety report, according to a campus-wide email. 

MSU's athletic gender equity problems are worse than they seem, advocates say

Advocates question the gender equity review into MSU's athletic department.

The WILD conference brings a sense of healing to a community

The Women’s Initiative for Leadership Development, or WILD, held their fifth annual conference on Sunday with theme, “We Are Not Alone: Validate, Rejuvenate, Liberate.” 

MSU president search nears end in secrecy, amid tumult

MSU's presidential search has entered its final phase in a full embrace of the total secrecy that has defined the contentious process. Critics say the secrecy doesn't make sense, and worry about the results.

Interim President Woodruff addresses concerns that MSU lacks support for marginalized students

“This moment calls on us to demonstrate that we are a community of care and compassion,” Woodruff wrote. “Our campus, after all, is many students’ front and back porch, and it should always feel like a safe and welcoming home.”

Two individuals pull 'Halloween prank' on class, scare students

Two individuals carried out a "Halloween prank" during a class in Giltner Hall last Tuesday, causing some students and the professor to fear for their safety.

MSU groups hold food drive for student parents

The Spartan Food Security Council is partnering with Sparty’s Kind Kids to run a food drive for student parents and their families who are in the Student Parent Resource Center. The drive will start Nov. 13 and run through Nov. 15. 

MSU board says no secret votes led to Nassar docs decision

In sworn affidavits, all eight MSU trustees say while they did meet “informally” in April to discuss releasing the documents relating to the university’s handling of disgraced ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar, there were no votes or formal actions taken at the closed-door meeting.

MSU College of Education seniors want to make their voices heard in the face of miscommunication

College of Education students navigate a change in their program while facing communication issues from coordinators.

Community vigil held, MSU Rock painted to honor former Humphrey Fellow Tariq Thabet

Michigan State University's Students United for Palestine and the Arab Cultural Society held a vigil at the Rock for former Humphrey Fellow Tariq Thabet. Several organizers and community members spoke at the vigil to commemorate Thabet, who was killed by an Israeli bombing in Central Gaza City. 

‘Take that power back’: Students react to Berkey Hall reopening next semester

Berkey Hall will reopen for classes in the spring 2024 semester, though classrooms directly affected by the Feb. 13 shooting will stay closed for now. With students currently choosing classes for next semester, they are faced with the decision of whether to select classes in Berkey.

MSU announces external firm to investigate board chair Vassar's actions

MSU announced that the external law firm Miller & Chevalier will conduct the investigation into trustee Brianna Scott’s allegations that board chair Rema Vassar violated board bylaws and university policies. 

MSU expands leak probe to investigate source of State News story

Michigan State University has expanded the scope of an outside investigation at the Board of Trustees' request, now asking lawyers to probe the source of a recent State News story reporting on the privileged document that spurred the investigation in the first place.

Former MSU Humphrey Fellow Tariq Thabet killed in Israeli bombing was a 'cheerful young man,' 'always smiling'

Tariq Thabet, a Michigan State University Hubert H. Humphrey Fellow from 2021-2022, was killed by an Israreli bombing of his apartment in Central Gaza City. Many MSU and East Lansing community members mourned his death and shared how Thabet touched the lives of those around him.

MSU board silent on proposed Nassar docs special meeting

At the last Board of Trustees meeting, an MSU trustee suggested holding a special meeting to discuss voting on releasing the long-withheld Nassar documents. Now, the board is silent on whether that meeting will take place.

MSU says active violent intruder training no longer mandatory, still being developed

Despite MSU's commitment that active violent intruder training would become mandatory following the Feb. 13 shooting, the training has yet to be finished and its completion will be made optional. The choice not to require the training was influenced by feedback from the community concerned with the emotional impact the training could have on traumatized individuals.