FOOTBALL
HALF: MSU playing competitive football, trails Maryland 21-13
Michigan State is putting up a fight at Maryland, but a trio of special teams mishaps has left seven points off the board.
MICHIGAN
High-profile conservative figures arrive in Warren ahead of Trump speech
The Warren rally is the latest in a string of appearances made by Trump to support GOP candidates around the country, many of whom are running for state-level offices.
COMMENTARY
'Bros' review: Students share their opinions following special premiere at Wells Hall
The Residence Hall Association and Universal Pictures premiered "Bros" before regular theaters. Here's what college students and entertainment reporter Liz Nass thought of the new LGBT rom com.
LIFE
‘These are our narratives we’re talking about’: The Black mental health experience at MSU
“The lack of representation for Black mental health makes me feel like the school doesn’t really want to help us,” Hughes said in an email. “I definitely feel like it is making others like me feel unheard because of how the school says that they want to help but not really doing anything to actually help.”
MSU
Often overlooked, MSU physics and astronomy offer plenty to undergraduates
MSU's astronomy department is an exciting source of developing research. Their resources such as the campus observatory and SOAR telescope in Chile make them stand out as a program. Above all else, their desire to understand the universe before them connects and motivates them.
ICE HOCKEY
MSU hockey unofficially begins 2022-23 season with exhibition versus USNTDP
The Spartans are set to face their first opponent of the season, the US National Team Development Program, or USNTDP, in an exhibition game on Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. at Munn Ice Arena. Admission is free for MSU students.
LIFE
MSU professors, experts explain the "catastrophic" effects of Hurricane Ian
MSU Professors talk about the Florida hurricane - the extent of the damages, how it will affect the supply chain and what people do with their pets when they flee a tropical storm.
MSU
Inconsistent messaging led to Title IX compliance failure at heart of issue with Stanley, board
Members of the Board of Trustees have reviewed the relevant Title IX reports for the fiscal year 2021, allowing Stanley to re-certify the contested report to the state. Here's what went wrong in the process.
FOOTBALL
Preview: MSU football travels to Maryland for first Big Ten road matchup
Maryland could be without two key offensive players Saturday. But even so, Michigan State's offense must rediscover itself.
MICHIGAN
Sparrow report shows decrease in drug-related deaths in local counties
Sparrow Forensic Pathology has released its 2022 quarterly report involving drug-related deaths. They found that “total drug‐related deaths decreased by 33% (20 fewer).”
LIFE
MSU Bands opens their season at the Wharton with student and faculty collaboration
MSU Bands will open their season with faculty pieces and solos, highlighting the talent in the MSU Music Department.
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Stanley's contract remains in discussion with board
"I know the uncertainty has been frustrating to many, but please know I will share more information when I am able," Stanley said in the email.
MSU
Go Green: MSU starts transition to emission-free vehicles
The university plans to expand its fleet made up of sedans, minivans and light-duty pickup trucks to 369 electric vehicles by the end of the decade. MSU also increased its number of private charging stations to 50 for the possibility of university electric vehicle expansion.
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‘You need to know a little bit of almost everything’: Navigating the different disciplines of engineering
With so many paths and focuses, what does it mean to be an engineer?
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MSU professor involved in NASA’s DART mission explains science behind historic event
NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test successfully impacted a non-threatening asteroid in space this past Monday in the first-ever attempt to deflect an asteroid using kinetic impact. Here's how one MSU professor helped that happen.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
'It's like Christmas Day': MSU women's basketball holds first practice of 2022-23 season
MSU women's basketball held its first official practice of the season Wednesday as it adjusts to life without Nia Clouden.
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Diving deeper: STEM students reflect on undergraduate research experiences
“It's been beneficial to me because the concepts that I'm applying in the lab have actually been talked about in my classes,” biochemistry and molecular biology senior Darla Martinez said.
MICHIGAN
Community members debate area policing in listening session
“Yes, my interactions are anecdotal, but my interactions are not alone,” a community member said. “For me, as a Black man going into East Lansing area, I don't feel safe. If I see an officer, I do tense up.”
FOOTBALL
Know Thy Enemy: Michigan State looks to stop two-game skid with Maryland
The State News’ football beat writer Alex Faber spoke with Noah Ferguson of The Diamondback to get a preview of what Michigan State can expect Saturday afternoon.