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In the news today: Blair’s 25-point career day surges MSU women's basketball to a 6-0 start, MSU defeats Colorado to clinch a historic Elite Eight, and East Lansing hosts its First Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. 

In the news today- MSU hockey comes up short, loses 2-1 in overtime, Fourth quarter collapse extends MSU losing streak to eight, Michigan State women’s basketball cruises to another victory over Eastern Illinois. Veterans lead the way in Spartans’ win over Detroit Mercy. 

In the news today- No. 1 MSU hockey prepares for series against No. 7 Wisconsin, MSU Young Americans for Freedom hosts Elisha Krauss for "Lies of the Left" event, A music feature- Matriarchs of Music | Joan Jett, No. 9 Michigan State Set for Second Round Matchup Against Wake Forest. 

In the news today- Senate candidate visits MSU Democrats for Town Hall initiative, MSU women’s soccer "grateful" for home-field edge in NCAA second round, MSU men’s basketball dominates No. 12 Kentucky in Champions Classic, MSU basketball one of 16 teams set to appear in NBA 2K26. 

In the news today- Miss Universe Japan 2024 visits Michigan State University, West Circle Series in full bloom with Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons", MSU men’s basketball looks for statement win at Champions Classic

In the news today- Peter Soudan receives Big Ten Freshman of the Year, MSU women's soccer beats Milwaukee in first round of the NCAA tournament, MSU women’s basketball dominance leads to 4-0 start, Martone Shines in Spartans’ Road Victory Against Irish.

In the news today- University efforts for compliance with federal civil rights law require RSO cooperation, Former Faculty Senate chair settles lawsuit against two trustees, ASMSU passes bills to reopen funding for Activity Department of SAB, Three Takeaways from Michigan State football’s late collapse against Penn State

In the news today- Michigan State football faces three-year probation for recruiting violations, MSU returns on endowment investments fall short of peers' gains, MSU’s dominant defense continues as shooting heats up in 96-52 victory. MSU women’s soccer selected to the NCAA Tournament.

In the news today- At board meetings, full in-person attendance of trustees is uncommon. MSU's Formula Racing Team builds the future of racing from scratch, Sophia Piotrowski follows her mother’s path while shaping her own. Student concerns rise after river fatality near Cedar Village. 

In the news today- College of Arts and Letters facing deficit amid budget cuts, ASMSU to host "Know Your Rights" event Wednesday evening, MSU women’s soccer earns highest NCAA seed in program history. Michigan State Sweeps Penn State in Conference Opener. 

In the news today- 2025 Lansing Model Train Show and Sale arrives at Farm Bureau Pavilion, Former MSU softball coach follows her lifelong passion for teaching, Four Spartans in double figures power 92-60 MSU victory. MSU volleyball hopes to continue momentum in matchup against Washington. 

In the news today- MSU revises Campbell Hall's gender-inclusive bathroom layout following complaints, MSU outmuscles Arkansas despite struggles from three-point range, East Lansing Film Festival screens "Souleymane's Story" on opening night, MSU hockey shuts out Penn State in series' sweep. 

In the news today- A hunch, a mouse and a moment that could change male contraception, MSU apologizes for misspelling name on memorial plaque, College of Nursing deserves a future as bold as its past.

In the news today- Steve Whelan and Chuck Grigsby elected to East Lansing City Council, Amid budget cuts, MSU colleges pausing graduate program admissions, Trustee's organization under scrutiny: Rebecca Bahar-Cook says criticism of Michigan Economic Development Foundation and work as trustee are "wholly unrelated", and MSU women’s basketball makes program history in win over Mercyhurst. 

In the news today- Proposals preview sweeping review of sexual misconduct policies, Tom Barrett asking MSU to adopt contested antisemitism definition, and MSU men's basketball starts season off with ugly win.

In the news today- MSU student group calls for protection of professor on Turning Point USA watchlist, MSU men's basketball opens new season with veterans leading the way, 'What changed?': Brenda Tracy claims MSU backed out of mediation ahead of lawsuit. 

In the news today- Lansing and East Lansing Charter Amendment Proposals are at Odds, Students, faculty, reel over consequences of budget cuts at MSU board meeting, Students, faculty blast MSU for charges against Pro-Palestinian protestor, Michigan State Football vs. Minnesota Gophers. 

In the news today- Black Student Alliance demands action from MSU regarding DEI regulation changes, MSU hosts Big Ten meet amid NCAA roster limit shift, Off-campus students struggle with "porch pirates", No Kings protests held in Detroit and across the country. 

In the news today- MSU board to vote on seeking state funds for $340 million engineering center, MSU hockey's Tommi Männistö earns Big Ten Star of the Week. Student-run startup RentEL keeps Spartans on the move, Graduate Employees Union seeks legal protection for graduate research assistants. 

In the news today- Board to vote on removing 'diversity' from VP's title, Board to vote on scaling back Spartan Gateway District. MSU hockey shows improvement in sweep of Northern Michigan, and MSU faces major funding cuts for arts and humanities. 

In the news today- MSU women's soccer secures No. 2 seed in final game of regular season, Nearly 100 laid off through budget cuts, president says, MSU men’s soccer loses in final non-conference matchup, Three takeaways from the fifth straight loss, Michigan State football

In the news today- MSU Offense struggles in 31-20 loss to rival Michigan, REVIEW: Deliver me from a standard biopic, new Springsteen film digs deeper, Carl Banks keeps the Michigan rivalry spirit alive, The new-look Spartans hold off Bowling Green in preseason exhibition. 

In the news today- Spartan spirit shines at annual "Sparty Watch" ahead of rivalry football game against U-M, Ronald McDonald House brings rival teams together for families in need. No. 1 MSU hockey heads north to take on Northern Michigan, Michigan State women’s basketball shines in exhibition matchup.  

In the news today- Fewer classes, fewer benefits: MSU’s non-tenure track faculty feel impacts of cuts, MSU looks to be unforgettable against Michigan, MSU men’s soccer ties UCLA in goalless match, MSU hockey takes on No. 1 Boston University in two-game series.

In the news today- President's childhood friend serving in $300K 'Senior Advisor' role,  East Lansing Independent Police Oversight Commission calls for police chief to resign, MSU women’s soccer delivers a five-goal performance to storm past Illinois, Michigan State football trounced by No. 3 Indiana on the road.