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LATEST NEWS

MSU launches first-ever civil rights dashboard

In a move that sets a new standard for transparency and accountability in higher education civil rights, Michigan State University has unveiled its first-ever Office for Civil Rights Data Dashboard.

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Donor's record-breaking support helps propel MSU forward

In a year of significant challenges brought about by an evolving landscape for higher education, 65,506 donors committed a historic and record-breaking $380,110,317 during the past fiscal year to support Michigan State University’s students and faculty as well as programs and initiatives throughout the university.

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President Guskiewicz delivers State of the University address

It has been one year since President Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Ph.D., outlined a bold, strategic vision for Michigan State University during his investiture as MSU’s 22nd president. His address unveiled several ambitious initiatives designed to elevate academic and research excellence and increase accessibility and affordability for students.

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Oct. 1, 2025

5 ways President John Hannah transformed MSU

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Oct. 6, 2025

Spartan basketball season kicks off with Izzone campout and MSU Madness

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MSU IN THE NEWS

The New York Times

Satellites and Drones Are Unlocking Benefits ‘Hidden in Plain Sight’ in Michigan: The John A. Hannah Distinguished Professor in the Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences at the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources discussed his research to use technology to increase crop yields and aid with conservation efforts.

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WILX News 10

Virtual reality program helps special needs students learn life skills, according to MSU research: The professor at the College of Education discussed a new virtual reality program funded by the state to help teach students with special needs learn important life skills.

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Yahoo

MSU’s Beal Botanical Garden earns rare international accreditation: The collections manager for the W.J. Beal Garden discussed the garden’s international accreditation award signaling practices of the highest standards for the more than 2,000 plans in the garden.

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Researchers lead $3.7M study to shed light on perimenopause and psychosis

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Campus initiatives

Strategic Plan: MSU 2030

MSU used an inclusive and comprehensive strategic planning process to create a shared vision for the future and a common set of principles and values to guide our work.

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MI Spartan Impact

MSU and partners across the state are working even harder to share free resources to support individuals, families, communities and businesses adapt during the COVID-19 health crisis.

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Relationship Violence and Sexual Misconduct Plan

The RVSM Strategic Plan stems from work by leading researchers and experts in the field to develop a plan for survivor services, prevention efforts, and climate and culture change initiatives.

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