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MSU President: 'Disappointed' by Trustee's essay demanding reinstatement of DEI

Anish Topiwala
February 6, 2026

An opinion piece published by a Michigan State University Board of Trustees member has spurred tensions among the university’s administration. Trustee Rema Vassar, in an opinion essay published earlier this week, argued that MSU should walk back on many of its actions to dismantle Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) efforts in compliance with federal directives. 

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MSU board votes to demolish IM West

Anish Topiwala
February 6, 2026

Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees voted to proceed with the demolition of IM West after more than a year of delay. The vote follows more than a year of deliberation over the fate of the facility. If demolished, the site would be converted into additional parking and green space.

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2026 Grammys red carpet best and boldest looks

Emma Bowman
February 5, 2026

One of the biggest nights in the music industry has transformed into a fashion show that leaves fans gasping and awing at their favorite creator's attire. Year after year controversies grow from the red carpet with onlookers critiquing everything from the shoes to the makeup looks. Leaving one question on the front of everyone's minds, who gets the Grammy for best dressed?

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2026 winter style guide: the trends that took over cold weather fashion

Emma Bowman
February 5, 2026

As the fall slowly transitions into the bitter cold, the weather is not the only thing that is shifting. This change marks the beginning of a new fashion cycle, causing the rise and fall of certain styles, patterns, colors, accessories, etc. This particular year, winter fashion had a heavy emphasis on warmth and comfort, but also individuality.

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Old equipment, maintenance issues nag IM East

Georgia Hill
February 4, 2026

IM East, which first opened in 1987, serves as the primary recreational space for students living on the east side of campus. Despite its heavy use, students regularly encounter broken lockers, frequent machine breakdowns, outdated equipment, and overcrowding. 

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MSU board to vote on IM West demolition after yearlong delay

Anish Topiwala
February 2, 2026

Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees will vote Friday on whether to proceed with the IM West demolition, after a year of delay. Other items to be voted on include renovations for Wilson Hall, the appointment of a new Vice President for Research and Innovation and the appointment of auditors for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

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Behind closed doors, MSU tackles antisemitism and Islamophobia through dialogue

Anish Topiwala
January 31, 2026

In the wake of recent antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents around East Lansing, Michigan State University hosted its biannual conference broaching the topics. MSU’s Office of Inclusive Excellence and Impact, alongside multiple professors, held their event “Conversations on Antisemitism and Islamophobia" Friday morning. Event organizers invited MSU students, faculty and staff members to attend.

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"Heated Rivalry" sparks discussion surrounding LGBTQIA+ representation

Amy Cho
January 31, 2026

Released in November 2025, the book-to-screen adaptation Heated Rivalry has taken the world by storm, capturing widespread attention on platforms like social media. Heated Rivalry, originally a romance novel written by Rachel Reid as the second book in her “Game Changers” series, follows two rival professional hockey players, Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, and their secret, enemies-to-lovers long-term relationship. The show explores queer relationships in a typically hyper-masculine setting, where heteronormativity is what is generally accepted.