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'Crying, lying crocodile tears': Nassar survivors skewer MSU trustees over decision to withhold documents

Alex Walters

September 8, 2023

Survivors of sexual abuse by disgraced ex-Michigan State University doctor Larry Nassar addressed the university’s board at their meeting Friday, individually condemning each of the eight trustees and serving them with copies of an updated lawsuit. The survivors criticized the board’s April decision to continue withholding thousands of documents relating to MSU’s handling of Nassar’s abuse. 

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Firearms now illegal on MSU campus, regardless of licenses

Alex Walters

September 8, 2023

Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees voted Friday to amend the campus gun policy, ending an exception that allows visitors to legally carry firearms on campus. The revisions, which the board passed 5-2, remove that exception and add new, more specific carve-outs allowing only law enforcement to carry firearms on campus.

MICHIGAN

MSU Health Sciences to partner with Gilbert Family Foundation on cutting-edge research institute

Vivian Barrett

September 8, 2023

Michigan State University Health Sciences will partner with Henry Ford Health and the Gilbert Family Foundation in a nearly $400 million effort to cure a rare genetic disease and increase access to rehabilitation care in Detroit.

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MSU dining halls return to disposable utensils amid staffing shortage

Emilio Perez Ibarguen

September 7, 2023

Staffing shortages in MSU dining halls have forced culinary services to resort to disposable cutlery. In response, students have expressed concern that using single-use plastics produces unnecessary waste.

SOCIAL JUSTICE

The Rent Is Too Damn High demonstration calls for Lansing housing changes

PJ Pfeiffer

September 6, 2023

On Sep. 5 at noon, around the courtyard and on the steps of the Michigan Capitol, a crowd of roughly 500 people chanted, “the rent is too damn high!” The demonstration was to express their disapproval of Lansing housing conditions and costs.

FOOTBALL

MSU announces metal detectors for Spartan Stadium

Jack Williams

September 6, 2023

Michigan State University is introducing a new walk-through metal detector system at Spartan Stadium, the MSU Police and Public Safety office announced on Wednesday in a press release. The metal detectors are part of MSU’s ongoing enhancement of the university’s safety and security portfolio.

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Classes are back in session, and so is COVID-19; Here's what to know about MSU's current guidelines

Shakyra Mabone

September 6, 2023

With COVID-19 on the rise again at the start of the new school year, here's a refresher on MSU's current COVID-19 guidelines.

STUDENTS

What’s the best way to get around MSU? Students weigh in

PJ Pfeiffer

September 5, 2023

With over 50,000 total students at Michigan State University this fall, transportation has stood out as an issue students have been worried about while starting school. Here is a guide to each method of transportation and how students feel about them.

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Consultants find understaffing, inadequate software prolong MSU Title IX cases

Alex Walters

September 5, 2023

An external consultation found understaffing and inefficient software to be the main factors behind timeliness issues in MSU's Office of Institutional Equity. The consulting firm suggested that changes, such as increased transparency, would improve the Title IX case process.

STUDENTS

Students discuss off-campus, on-campus jobs at MSU

Hannah Holycross

September 5, 2023

Working a job in college is a great way to keep your pockets from emptying during the school year, but deciding whether to work through the university or through a local business can be daunting. MSU students discuss their experiences with off and on-campus jobs and how they balance their academic commitments with work.

COMMUNITY

Spartans celebrate first football game of season with day-long festivities

Misha Berry

September 1, 2023

As Michigan State University kicks off their first game of the season against Central Michigan University, students, parents and community members alike gathered on campus once again for fun traditions and activities.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Fourth annual FEMfest reclaims MSU Union through celebration of feminism in arts

Daniel Schoenherr

September 1, 2023

Yesterday, MSU's fourth annual FEMfest filled the MSU Student Union with positive energy through an empowering display of the arts.This year, FEMfest aimed to reclaim the Union as a safe and community space for students following the Feb. 13 shooting on campus.

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How to protect your car amidst the 'Kia Boys' trend, attempted thefts on campus

Hannah Holycross

September 1, 2023

Just last week, the Michigan State University Police Department sent an email alert warning of attempted motor vehicle thefts across campus to students; all of the incidents involved 2011-2021 Hyundai and Kia vehicles. Here's how to protect your car amidst the social media car theft trend.

MICHIGAN

Michigan State Board of Education president condemns gun violence as a public health threat

Vivian Barrett

August 31, 2023

Days after a shooting in Jacksonville, Florida and hours after a shooting at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Michigan State Board of Education president Pamela Pugh tweeted calling gun violence a public health crisis and calling for urgent reform.

STUDENTS

MSU Survival Guide: Everything out of state students need to know about Michigan

Hannah Holycross

August 31, 2023

To ease minds and lessen culture shock, here is a list of everything out-of-state students should know before coming to Michigan State University.

STUDENTS

Students react to amendment allowing game-day alcohol sales on campus

Shakyra Mabone

August 31, 2023

As football season slowly approaches, Spartan fans are now able to grab an alcoholic beverage while cheering their favorite team, thanks to a new bill signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. With MSU being a Big Ten school, sporting events are loved by many students who feel that the university made the right choice. 

STUDENTS

New to Michigan State University? Visit these Spartan staples

Andrew Roth

August 31, 2023

No matter if this is your first or last year on campus, these ‘Spartan Staples’ will be here waiting for your arrival.

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Here’s how MSU students can protect their network following University of Michigan internet outage

Alex Walters

August 30, 2023

As the University of Michigan recovers from a cybersecurity attack and days-long campus-wide Wi-Fi outage, Michigan State University is hoping individuals will be the major line of defense for its network. Users' tactics when creating passwords and reporting potential threats are key to protecting MSU's network.

FOOTBALL

MSU football ramping up intensity in all phases as season opener inches closer

Nick Lundberg

August 28, 2023

After a long off-season that included a number of transfers and coaching changes, Michigan State football and head coach Mel Tucker have been increasing the intensity and focus as the team prepares to welcome in Central Michigan this Friday for their first game of the 2023 season. 

LIFE

How to avoid paying high costs for MSU course materials

Theo Scheer

August 28, 2023

The high cost of course materials has left many students with no choice but to get crafty. Here are some ways students have avoided paying extra for their education.