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The City of East Lansing approved a plan to install SafetySticks to deter illegal parking in hotspot locations downtown, near Michigan State University’s campus. If approved by state courts, the city will enter a five-year contract with the company.

East Lansing to install SafetyStick monitors to curb illegal parking downtown - The State News

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On social media, matters of personal growth are minimized into the general category of a "glow up". Some corners of online self-help circles are well-meaning and insist that better presentation and confidence come from developing healthy physical and mental strength.

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: You don’t need to have a “College Glow-Up” - The State News

You don’t need to have a “College Glow-Up." It's not a student's job to sparkle.

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Navigating campus doesn’t have to be intimidating. This guide will help you figure out the bus system, driving, biking and walking all around MSU.

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: How to navigate transportation on campus - The State News

Navigating campus doesn’t have to be intimidating. This guide will help you figure out the bus system, driving, biking and walking all around MSU.

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During his first press conference ahead of fall camp, Fitzgerald outlined two core principles to shape the team's culture in every facet — intensity and urgency.

Intensity and urgency define MSU's first fall practice - The State News

During his first press conference ahead of fall camp, Fitzgerald outlined two core principles to shape the team's culture in every facet — intensity and urgency.

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Starting college is like starting kindergarten again as an 18-year-old — everyone is nervous and wants to be friends. And while I found that to be true, starting school in Michigan after 18 years in Texas was like starting kindergarten again at age 5.

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: Coming to Michigan from out of state is a learning curve - The State News

Everyone seemingly spoke a different language as they told me what “township” they were from, a word I only knew from a farm app; repeatedly corrected me for daring to say “soda” and not pop; balked when I pronounced “Mackinac” the way that it’s spelled (my bad); had their Midwest accent warp words like “milk” into “melk” as they failed five times to teach me euchre.

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Here’s a breakdown of everything in Spartan athletics, from tickets, lines, traditions and how to get the most out of the fan experience as a student.

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: MSU sports offer opportunities for students to participate - The State News

Whether you’re a die-hard fan, just looking for the college experience or couldn’t care less, sports impacts every student at MSU. Here’s a breakdown of everything in Spartan athletics – from tickets, lines, traditions and how to get the most out of the fan experience as a student. And if you’re not interested in being a fan, here’s a couple tips for navigating a campus dominated by Big Ten sports culture.

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There were multiple traffic stops reported last week, along with a case of trespassing and simple assault.

Crime blotter: Traffic stops, trespassing and assault - The State News

There were multiple traffic stops reported last week, along with a case of trespassing and simple assault.

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Every Spartan has a favorite spot on campus that they just keep on coming back to. With over 5,000 acres of campus to explore, it can be easy to overlook the campus gems.

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: Unveil new experiences with campus hidden gems - The State News

Here are some campus gems across 5,000 acres of MSU's campus to explore.

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We don't really allow it to set in just how unfathomably unrealistic it is to have your life planned out at eighteen, yet so many people chain themselves to that expectation. It's hard to picture your role in the real world until you have actually stepped foot into the real world.

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: Confessions of a serial major-changer - The State News

Unsure of what to do with your life? Chances are you're on the right track anyway.

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Next to the Red Cedar River, atop the Michigan State University Floodplains, Happendance celebrated its 50th anniversary on July 31. The event was free to the public, with works from the past and present meant to honor the past and embrace the future.

Happendance celebrates 50th Anniversary Gala Concert - The State News

Happendance celebrated its 50th anniversary on July 31 next to the Red Cedar River, atop the MSU Floodplains.

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Starting college brings plenty of excitement, but it can also come with stress and unexpected challenges. As you adjust to life at Michigan State University, knowing where to find mental health and wellness resources can help you succeed and support fellow Spartans when they need it, too.

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: Mental health, well-being resources every student should know - The State News

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The State News @statenews.com · 6d ago

When I arrived at Michigan State University, I didn’t realize how much career anxiety would impact the way I felt about myself, and the decisions I would make in my four years here.

MSU SURVIVAL GUIDE: Don't treat your college experience like a resume - The State News

Don't sacrifice being present in your life to get ahead in your career; the best form of career optimization may be giving yourself permission to stop optimizing every moment.

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The State News @statenews.com · 6d ago

Michigan State men’s basketball head coach Tom Izzo said he is not going to alter to his roster despite a recent court eligibility ruling that would allow certain players, including former Spartan Jaxon Kohler, to return for a fifth-year.

Izzo suggests he will not add to MSU roster, despite court ruling - The State News

The ruling signaled a possible return for the MSU basketball's second-leading scorer, Jaxon Kohler, but men's basketball head coach Tom Izzo dispelled the rumors by pointing out the timing.

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As I begin my senior year in the fall, I’m honored to be The State News’ Editor-in-Chief for the 2026-2027 academic year.

2026-2027: Student journalist dedication extends far beyond the newsroom - The State News

A letter from the 2026-2027 Editor in Chief.

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Michigan State hockey coach Adam Nightingale and several Spartans spent last week in Windsor, Ontario, taking part in the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase.

Nightingale and MSU hockey players partake in 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase - The State News

Michigan State coach Adam Nightingale, eight Spartans and two commits participated in the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase which serves as a selection process for the 2027 World Junior Championship, the highest international competition for hockey players 20 and under.

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Larceny and traffic stops were both reported multiple times last week.

Crime blotter: Larceny and traffic stops - The State News

Larceny and traffic stops were both reported multiple times last week.

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Former Spartans Jaxon Kohler and Tre Holloman are now eligible for another college season after a federal court judge in Colorado on Friday blocked the NCAA from enforcing its new age-based eligibility limits.

Judge grants injunction allowing former Spartans extra year of eligibility - The State News

Former MSU men's basketball players Jaxon Kohler and Tre Holloman will be allowed an extra year of eligibility after a U.S. District Court judge in Colorado granted an injunction siding against the NCAA’s new "five in five" rule.

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Federal election monitors are being sent to five other states as part of the Trump administration's attempts to quell election fraud amid debunked claims that the 2020 election was stolen.

DOJ to send election monitors to East Lansing - The State News

The Department of Justice sent letters to East Lansing, Lansing and Detroit in late June requesting various election records and notifying the cities that federal election monitors would be deployed to polling locations during the primary election on Aug. 4.

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While many faculty members have been immersed in summer writing, research projects, teaching and overseas fieldwork, the recent developments within the university's upper administration have been unexpected.

GUEST COMMENTARY: Moving forward as a resilient and empowering global institution - The State News

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Michigan case numbers continue to escalate as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is still searching for the sources of what are now multiple outbreaks after claiming a false-positive test result on Taylor Farms’ lettuce.

Cyclospora outbreak grows as FDA seeks source, Michigan cases climb - The State News

Michigan numbers continue to escalate as cyclospora, a foodborne parasite that causes severe gastrointestinal illness, has sickened thousands across the U.S. since mid-May in the nation’s largest recorded outbreak.

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This year's East Lansing camp took place from July 20-24, and had a turnout better than it had seen in previous years. Karl Kling, a Detroit Tigers teen coach and lead for the East Lansing camp, was excited to host a group that was just shy of 100 campers.

Detroit Tigers host youth camp in East Lansing - The State News

Over the summer, the Detroit Tigers host youth camps throughout Michigan. This year's East Lansing camp took place from July 20-24, and had a turnout better than it had seen in previous years.

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Right wing Nikita Klepov, who would have been an incoming freshman, signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Anaheim Ducks earlier today, per the franchise.

Klepov signs entry-level deal, leaves MSU hockey after roster announcement - The State News

MSU hockey commit Nikita Klepov signed a deal with the Anaheim Ducks, forgoing his eligibility the day after MSU announced its roster for the upcoming season. The team now consists of 25 players for the time being.

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Last season, Michigan State hockey coach Adam Nightingale said he likes a roster of 26 players. Well, that’s exactly what he got this time. MSU hockey announced its roster of 14 returners and 12 newcomers for the upcoming season earlier today.

MSU hockey announces 26-man roster for upcoming season - The State News

MSU hockey announced its roster of 14 returners and 12 newcomers for the upcoming season earlier today. The team contains 18 draft picks including 10 first-round picks, five from the 2026 NHL Draft.

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