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Stanley water bottles and UGG Tasmans: students talk old trends and environmental impacts
Trends, whether it’s fashion or lifestyle, may find themselves going viral on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. For example, the Stanley brand found itself in the midst of the “Stanley cup craze” a few years prior, where the Quencher H2.0 Flowstate Tumbler was all the rage on platforms like TikTok. Influencers and the general public alike were sporting the water bottle both online and offline. Similarly, the UGG shoe brand found itself in the spotlight with its Tasman II, a shoe style that has exploded in popularity with celebrities and the general public.
University Weiner to open second location at Lansing Shuffle
University Weiner, a hole-in-the-wall hot dog restaurant in downtown East Lansing, will expand to a second location in the Lansing Shuffle. Founded by an MSU alum three years ago, University Weiner has since become a popular late-night stop for students.
MSU seniors share bucket list items to achieve before graduation
For underclassmen, the end of the spring semester usually signals the start of summer break and time away from their studies. However, for current seniors, the end of the spring semester means graduation and the close of their undergraduate career. With graduation just around the corner, some seniors choose to create a bucket list, compiling a multitude of must-do items before May.
2026 Oscars sparks discussion about students' interest in award shows
On Sunday, March 15, the 98th Academy Awards, better known as the Oscars, will take place in the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California. The Oscars is a prestigious, annual awards ceremony that celebrates and honors achievements in the film industry. Categories range from ‘Actor in a Leading Role’ to ‘Film Editing’. Popular nominations this year include ‘Marty Supreme’, which has a total of nine nominations, and ‘Sinners’, with a total of 16 nominations. However, statistics show that Generation Z is less likely to tune in to the live showing of award shows in general, compared to other generations. Instead, they are more likely to find other avenues to express their interest.
MSU professor paves the way for future astronomers
When looking up into the night sky, the black canvas is usually filled with an array of lights and patterns. To an ordinary person, these patterns may not seem too intriguing or even garner a second look. But for professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy Laura Chomiuk, these lights, and astrophysics as a whole, make up her entire life.
