SOFTBALL
Michigan State softball suffers 1-2 series loss to Maryland in weekend series
MSU goes 1-2 in their weekend series against UMD.
MSU
Facility for Rare Isotope Beams opens with ribbon cutting ceremony
FRIB, a user facility for the U.S. The Department of Energy Office of Science, will hold what will be the most powerful heavy-ion accelerator. This accelerator will propel atoms to half the speed of light and will create collisions that produce rare isotopes. Previously, these rare isotopes were only found in the cosmos, but with FRIB’s technology, they will now be able to be produced on Earth.
FOOTBALL
Michigan State offensive tackle AJ Arcuri taken by the LA Rams in 7th round of NFL Draft
AJ Arcuri is heading to LA.
SPORTS
Michigan State men's tennis head coach Gene Orlando to retire after 31 seasons
Men’s Tennis Head Coach Gene Orlando to wrap up his career at MSU this season.
MSU
President Stanley elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences on April 28. He was chosen due to his academic leadership and infectious disease research.
MSU
MSU makes SAT, ACT scores optional for admission, using calculated GPA review process
Michigan State will not require incoming students to submit SAT or ACT scores during the admissions process until at least 2026. During the admissions process, MSU is now using a calculated GPA based on historical data of students who have matriculated to the university from a particular high school.
MSU
More Than Vintage: Vintage clothing store and café built by students, for students
MTV’s opening day is Friday, April 29 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., but will be open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to midnight.
MSU
Native American Institute interim director resigns from MSU following lawsuit
Native American Institute interim director Christie Poitra resigned from her position at MSU on Wednesday, according to the Lansing State Journal.
MICHIGAN
State Rep. Matt Maddock booted from House GOP Caucus
“I don't speak for the caucus, but I think it's quite unfair for him to go after conservative, hardworking Republicans in the House and Senate and target them for pure selfish gain,” State Rep. Beau LaFave said of House colleague Matt Maddock, who was removed from the House GOP Caucus Tuesday night.
MSU
SaMya Overall is selected as The State News 2022-23 Editor-in-Chief
SaMya Overall will begin her term as The State News Editor-in-Chief during the summer 2022 semester.
MSU
Red Cedar Organ dedicated to MSU after 8-year-long process
MSU professor Jonathan Reed said he was first contacted about the organ in June 2014. Dean of the College of Music James Forger first asked him to go over and evaluate the organ that was previously in the chapel, a 1952 organ built by a company in the Netherlands known as Pelz.
LIFE
Resurgence: TEDxMSU features educaTED speakers
TEDxMSU returned better than ever with a diverse mix of speakers discussing eclectic topics; educating the students of MSU on subjects that they maybe have never thought about before.
MSU
Spring 2022: Semester in review
The spring 2022 semester at Michigan State University has been marked by progress, achievements and innovations, but also tragedy, loss and setbacks. Here are the biggest headlines of the semester.
LIFE
Concert Review: Headliners of Stoopfest
Sidney Gish and Frontier Ruckus headlined the local music festival of Stoopfest, impressing audiences, including Entertainment Reporter Liz Nass, with new sounds, lyricism and musical style. Tik Tok famous Sidney Gish also spoke to Nass on her set.
LIFE
The Wharton Center announces its 40th season
Celebrating another successful season, the Wharton Center released its 40th anniversary show season for 2022-2023, filled with Broadway buzz and concert craze.
LIFE
'I still appreciate the knowledge': Students choose not to use their degrees post-graduation
However for some students, the journey to finding what they want to do for the rest of their life is less conventional.
MICHIGAN
Lansing-area record stores, crate diggers celebrate Record Store Day
Two Lansing-area record stores — The Record Lounge and Flat, Black and Circular — opened their doors to vinyl collectors last Saturday for Record Store Day.
LIFE
Art Recommendation: Music to experience April
April comes along with the influx of emotions. It might be frustration as it is still snowing in the middle of April. It might be hope, as the summer will be here soon and you will get to wear your favorite summer clothes. There may be a hint of sadness as well, for the seniors preparing for the next transition in their life. Whatever it may be, our culture writer has compiled a list of songs that promise to accompany you through it.
MICHIGAN
Person shot by ELPD officers in Lake Lansing Meijer parking lot
Two East Lansing officers shot someone in the parking lot of the Lake Lansing Meijer, according to reports.
MICHIGAN
Voting issues ensue at Michigan Republican endorsement convention
Human error in the displaying of candidates on the big screen not matching up with the order they were listed on the second ballot caused confusion among precinct delegates, leading to a pause in voting.