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The official Twitter account for Michigan State University. #SpartansWill

East Lansing, MI USAmsu.eduJoined May 2009

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MSU Student Life & Engagement

@msu_sle

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Increasing access to higher ed for MI high schoolers is an important issue at MSU and the College Advising Corps has been successful at helping to address the widening gap in college access for low-income, first-gen and underrepresented students.

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MSU College Advising Corps provides Michigan high schoolers with tools to pursue college

The MSU College Advising Corps, or MSUCAC, was established to address the widening gap in college access for low-income, first-generation and underrepresented students in Michigan.

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at noon on Sunday, April 16 for snacks, therapy dogs and the opportunity to walk or roll to show support for suicide prevention. Participants can join individually or as a group. Learn more and register: caps.msu.edu/events/outofda

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MSU's renowned plant researchers are helping agriculture adapt to a changing planet. #SpartansWill

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The scientists helping agriculture adapt to a changing planet

MSU’s renowned plant researchers are collaborating on solutions to grow more abundant, nutritious and resilient plants that will feed a growing population.

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MSU Center for Community Engaged Learning

@MSU_ServeEngage

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The next Spartan Day of Service is coming up on Saturday, April 22! It will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There are 16 #volunteer sites available that touch on a variety of issues and interests. Transportation and lunch will be provided. To learn more, go to bit.ly/437UpN1.

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Farm Lane Bridge: 1909 ➡�? 2021

Historical photo of Farm Lane looking north in 1909 with sheep walking across the bridge

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Current photo of Farm Lane looking south in 2021 with a CATA bus and car in the distance

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Proud of this. #SpartansWill

A photo of greenhouses with a green overlay and white text that says 1st institution of higher learning in the U.S. to teach scientific agriculture

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This week is It's On Us spring week of action! Check out some of the events on boundaries, healthy relationships and cyber safety. #ItsOnUs

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Michigan State Athletics

@MSU_Athletics

Mar 31

Welcome to East Lansing, Coach Fralick!

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Robyn Fralick Named Spartan Women’s Basketball Head Coach

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MSU Police and Public Safety

@msupolice

Mar 30

Wondering how to update your MSU Alert preferences? Watch the video below ⤵�? To get started, head to alert.msu.edu 📲

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You're gonna be POPULAR! Michigan State University student ticket prices are now available for WICKED. Tickets are available (2 per ID) for $35.00 (including the facility fee) for select performances 💚 whartoncenter.com/events-tickets

Established in 1873,

is the oldest continuously operated university botanical garden in the U.S.

Infographic that says Beal Botanical Garden is over 7 acres in size, open year round, has 40 plants in the MI endangered and threatened plant collection, 136 botanical gardens from 35 countries, over 20% of plants are of wild provenance

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reaches nationals for the 27th consecutive year.

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MSU Debate reaches nationals for 27th consecutive year

Michigan State University Debate has qualified three teams to the 77th annual National Debate Tournament.

MSU

@michiganstateu

Mar 28

Dedicated in 1952, the MSU Alumni Chapel was only the second such building to be erected for a Big Ten school.

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Wide photo overview of the inside of the Chapel

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Michigan is one of the most agriculturally diverse states in the country. And in every corner of the state, MSU scientists and researchers are working to make Michigan's agricultural industry healthier and more prosperous.

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Spartan innovation feeds Michigan’s food and agriculture industry

Michigan is one of the most agriculturally diverse states in the country. And in every corner of the state, Michigan State University scientists and researchers are partnering to create solutions...

has awarded MSU's

$27.5M to develop sustainable alternatives to gasoline, diesel and other hydrocarbon fuels.

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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center receives funding renewal

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Mar 27

In 1879, William J. Beal buried glass bottles in a secret location on MSU's campus to learn how long seeds can remain viable. Every 20 years, Spartan researchers grow and examine seedlings that have sprouted from those seeds.

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MSU scientists create start-up to develop gene therapy for people with Parkinson’s disease. #SpartansWill

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MSU scientists create start-up to develop gene therapy for people with Parkinson’s disease |...

Two scientists and the MSU Innovation Center have formed a company to create new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, with a first goal of developing a gene therapy to improve care for people...

Spartans, if you see difficult news, feel overwhelmed or need some guidance for protecting your heart and mind, keep these tips in mind. And remember, we're here for you. Visit go.msu.edu/crisissupport for more resources.

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A tree-lined sidewalk on campus. Text reads, "Protect your heart and mind this weekend. Connect with friends or family to process stressful news — or to focus on an activity you enjoy. Remember: It’s okay to turn off the news and log out of social media. Stay hydrated, prioritize your sleep and fuel your body with food. Incorporate movement into your day."

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A tree-lined sidewalk on campus. Text reads, "Visit go.msu.edu/crisissupport. Videos with guided breathing, meditation and progressive muscle relaxation techniques. Counseling resources for students, faculty and staff. Self-guided resources for coping with stress and anxiety."

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MSU recognizes Asian Pacific Islander Desi American, or APIDA, Heritage Month during March and April each year to increase the visibility and awareness of the group’s multicultural diversity.

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Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month Events at MSU

MSU recognizes Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month to increase the visibility and awareness of the group’s multicultural diversity.

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MSU College of Arts & Letters

SaMya Overall (

), a senior

and

student, reflects on her time at MSU, internship with

@simonschuster

, and role as Editor-In-Chief of

@thesnews

, as well as being a recipient of the 365BLACKPRINT scholarship.

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Student’s Resume Includes National Award, Prestigious Internship, and State News Editor-in-Chief

This story refers to recent acts of violence at Michigan State University that may be difficult to read. Resources and assistance are available through multiple campus programs. From more than 5,000...

scholar has received the first-ever

@NASCAR

grant to study heat exhaustion in race car drivers. go.msu.edu/HzC5

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MSU Police and Public Safety

@msupolice

Mar 23

Spartans, as you cheer on

@MSU_Basketball

tonight, don't forget to look out for one another. If you see something suspicious, say something by texting MSUDPPS to CRIMES (274637) along with your message. We all play a role in keeping each other safe. #SpartansProtectingSpartans

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@michiganstateu

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Go Green!

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With the #Spartans moving on to the Sweet Sixteen, here are some important things to keep in mind in order to stay safe while celebrating! msu.edu/celebrations#t #EastLansing #MSU #GoGreen #NCAATournament �?�

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Mar 23

MSU has launched a new living-learning community available to current first-year and incoming students in

@CALMSU

and

@RCAH_MSU

arts-related majors.

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New MSU Arts Living-Learning Program Launches for First-Year and Incoming Students

Michigan State University has launched a new living-learning undergraduate community on campus available to current first-year and incoming students in arts-related majors in the College of Arts &...

MSU

@michiganstateu

Mar 23

Michigan State professors teach classes and conduct workshops that highlight techniques and tools that are used to present staged intimacy with care and collaboration.

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Michigan State professors wrote the book on staging intimate scenes in theater

"Supporting Staged Intimacy" is a practical guide for how to perform onstage love scenes and other physical moments in the post-#metoo era.

Resources — including walk-in mental health support today through Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — are available for

@michiganstateu

students, faculty and staff who need support. More info & resources: msu.edu/emergency/reso

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MSU Police and Public Safety

@msupolice

Mar 22

UPDATE: Here is an update on this afternoon’s incident from Police Chief Chris Rozman. We are committed to sharing accurate and timely information with our Spartan community. If you ever need us, please reach out at 517-355-2221 or 911 for emergencies.

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MSU Police and Public Safety

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Mar 22

UPDATE: The suspect was located in downtown East Lansing by

@EastLansingPD

and is in law enforcement custody. There is no longer a threat to campus. There is no need to shelter-in-place.

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MSU Police and Public Safety

@msupolice

Mar 22

MSU ALERT: A man was reported being seen in downtown East Lansing with a knife. He then walked across Grand River and was seen on campus near Ramp 6. Officers are in the area and working to locate the suspect, but he may have left the area.

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Sparty taking a selfie with two Spartans

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Sparty on the field with one of his hands up

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Mark your calendar for cow cuddles! See you March 24, April 21 and May 19.

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MSU Police and Public Safety

@msupolice

Mar 22

UPDATE:

@SparrowHealth

has updated the conditions of the hospitalized students: • 1 student has been discharged (previously in fair condition) • 3 students were previously discharged • 1 student remains in critical condition

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Established in 1873,

is celebrating 150 years.

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Know More. Do More. Support More.

@SupportMoreMSU

Mar 21

We look forward to hearing from you at the second Know More Campus Input Session. It starts at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Here is the link to the meeting details: calndr.link/event/2gblaMeb