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In the news today- No. 10 Illinois upsets No. 7 MSU women's basketball in Big Ten Tournament, Wharton Center announces 2026-2027 Broadway season, and Lansing celebrates 7th annual ‘Brrs, Beards, & Brews: A Lumberjack Festival’. 

In the news today- MSU men’s basketball turns to postseason after loss to Michigan, MSU seniors forced to delay floor-kissing tradition in win over Rutgers, Zeke "Buckshot" The Wonder Dog IV dies at 11. 

In the news today- RCAH theater hosts experimental music collaboration, Trustee doubles down on call to restore diversity efforts at MSU, improve support for Black students, and VP’s former institution investigated her fundraising department over the misuse of funds. 

In the news today- Fulbright scholar organizes exhibit documenting Ukraine conflict, Wilson Hall Residents express disappointment in newly-approved renovation plans, Fralick named USA Basketball women's U18 assistant coach, and A Posthumous Collaboration | “She Knows Too Much” by Thundercat (feat. Mac Miller). 

In the news today: MSU tops No. 23 Minnesota, moves toward home-court advantage in March; Latinx Film Festival showcases tradition and untold stories; ASMSU passes record number of bills; MSU admin emphasizes engagement. 

In the news today- Carson Cooper shines in MSU's dull victory over Ohio State, Lunar New Year concert celebrates the beauty of Chinese music, Michigan State women’s tennis falls in close home loss to Dartmouth, and Making Sense of the Madness – Interview with Mike Green. 

In the news today- Former professor alleges sex discrimination, intends to sue MSU, Adaptive Sports and Recreation Club takes floorball to the next level, and How career-focused fraternities and sororities are shaping campus culture. 

In the news today- Defend, rebound, and run: More than a motto in MSU's win over UCLA, Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson's legacy extended through MSU, and MSU Extension workers secure raises after months of negotiation. 

In the news today: After frigid weeks, MSU students relish warm spell; The intramural team known for T-shirts and losing every game; and Three takeaways from Spartans’ loss to No. 7 Michigan. 

In the news today: MSU Rugby Football Club embraces stereotypes and builds an inclusive team; MSU gymnastics beats Maryland and Western Michigan in tri-meet win; and Michigan sweeps MSU women's basketball in a commanding 86-65 victory.