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.
Alison Gaudreau, a former assistant vice president in Michigan State University’s University Advancement, has filed a federal lawsuit alleging she was fired in retaliation for reporting sexual harassment, as required by university policy.
Michigan State University is navigating its largest fundraising push in history with two concurrent campaigns. We broke down what these campaigns are and what they have achieved so far.
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?
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.
Banning camping in public spaces would prohibit anyone from using bedding or things that resemble bedding, such as sleeping bags, and other materials with the intention of setting up a temporary living space in public alleys, parks, and other community areas.
Myra MacPherson, a Michigan State University alum and former State News editor, passed away at 91. She was a pioneering journalist whose career spanned more than two decades at The Washington Post, covering politics, culture and the human aftermath of the Vietnam War.
2026 marks the 50th Anniversary of the federal observation of Black History Month. MSU celebrates Black history through annual events and new traditions.
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 Despite its heavy use, students regularly encounter broken lockers, frequent machine breakdowns, outdated equipment, and overcrowding.
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.
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.
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.
The phrase ‘dress for success’ is something that is often thrown around, but it’s an essential part of being able to thrive within a workplace environment. This style guide will introduce the key tips and tricks of how to dress professionally but stay true to yourself in the workplace.
Michigan State University stayed open during a severe cold despite wind chills dropping into the negative 20s, while several other Michigan universities canceled in-person classes. The decision showed MSU’s lack of a formal policy for weather-related closures.
President says there are “positive trends” but “more work to be done”
Overcapacity has been a pressing issue for Springticipation, an event held in the STEM building where student organizations promote their clubs. Despite these concerns, many organizations have expressed satisfaction with the turnout.
An Ingham County judge has dismissed Brenda Tracy’s lawsuit against former MSU Head Football Coach, Mel Tucker. The suit comes after Tucker's attorney filed a motion to have the suit dismissed.
MSU Jazz Studies took home second at the National Collegiate Jazz Studies in New York City, with 20 students earning individual honors.
Michigan State University frequently in the headlines in early December 2025 with a series of major announcements the largest donation in university history. Public records later revealed Greg and Dawn Williams had filed a nonbinding letter of intent for their $401 million gift two months before its public announcement.
"Hadestown" will perform at Wharton from Jan. 30 to Feb. 1.