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Sorority recruitment style guide: What to know if you're planning to rush

Later this week about 1,000 Spartans will be going through the sorority recruitment process for the Panhellenic Council. This can be an extremely intimidating process, but for many this leads to lifelong a sisterhood that expands far beyond collegiate walls. With the formality of each event slightly increasing per round, it can be challenging to find items that shows off your personality and fits the tone of each day.

LIFE

"Falling" in love with Hayride fashion: How to create the perfect autumn look

The fall semester at Michigan State University is full of rich traditions that connect students and alumni alike. One of the most treasured events that all students aim to attend in their undergraduate years is Hayride. This uniquely midwestern tradition is about more than just the activities that the students partake in, but also an opportunity to embrace the classic autumn aesthetics. Figuring out an outfit that is both practical for a cold October night and is on theme with the fall trends is tricky, but not impossible. 

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MSU game day style guide: how to bring Spartan spirit to your wardrobe

On the banks of the Red Cedar, there is a school that’s known for its traditions and excitement surrounding brisk Saturdays in the fall. Game day has morphed into a way that students, alumni, and fans can show their support for the team in the green and white. Filling every inch of campus with grand tailgates ultimately leads to some of the most important style moments of the semester. Deciding what to wear to each game can be challenging and lead to re-wearing the same few outfits over and over. Showing school spirit and personal style does not mean having to buy a whole new wardrobe. This style guide will explain the hottest pieces that have been showing up this season, and where to find inspiration if you are looking to refresh your staple game day attire. 

LIFE

Easy, breezy and bright: Looking back on the trends that defined summer 2026

Summer 2026 was one to remember when it comes to the fashion trends that dominated the season. The bright, warm months of the year had us straying away from minimalist dressing and stepping into more whimsical looks. With heavy influences from previous generations and current pop culture phenomena, this summer proved that, although fashion is in a constant cycle of change, inspiration can be found anywhere. 

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Affordable makeup dupes that deliver real results

Makeup product dupes have slowly redefined the beauty industry by changing the way people shop and view luxury brands. A “dupe” is a drug store beauty product that has a similar formula to a more expensive, well-known brand and sometimes will go as far as having similar packaging. Social media has taken this term and applied it to a number of different makeup and skin care items, causing a dupe-epidemic to occur, but the big question is: what are the products that are worth it?