MSU Facts: Archive

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Feature: Demonstration Hall

Demonstration (or “Dem”) Hall has a long history with the ROTC on campus. It was originally built in 1928 as a replacement to the Armory (which stood where the Music Building is today) and was designed primarily for military drills…as well as livestock exhibitions It also has an equally long history with the Spartan Marching Band. How did these two entities come to share...

Oct 25th

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Apply for Inside MSU! →

This program, a joint venture with the Student Alumni Foundation and the Office of Admissions, provides a student panel and a short tour for admitted seniors in high school. If you are interested in becoming an MSU Insider (which is often a stepping-stone to becoming a Spartan Ambassador like myself), apply at saf.msu.edu starting October 31. The deadline for application is November 14. If you...

Oct 25th

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Oct 23rd

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Oct 23rd

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explorelifeandsmilealot asked: Life is great as a Spartan! Last nights game was the most amazing thing I have ever witnessed, in my life. Spartan Stadium was on fire and I've never felt so much energy. THAT is EXACTLY why you NEVER count out the Spartans! I witnessed history with my own eyes and it still hasn't completely set in. "They didn't pick us. We picked us." - Keshawn Martin

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Oct 20th

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unic0rnbread-deactivated2013050 asked: Where do you find the vintage pictures? I love looking at them, and the picture of the Brody dorm from 1954 is incredible, the room looked so big! And clean, for two college guys! lol.

Oct 19th

Anonymous asked: Is it true that the Paul Bunyan trophy is getting lazy from not moving in the last 4 years?

Oct 19th

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Watch

WKAR (whose on-campus studio resides in the Communication Arts and Sciences Building) is producing a feature series on the Spartan Marching Band entitled “Beneath the Pines.” Be sure to check it out! This is the first part. Watch Beneath the Pines: First Show on PBS. See more from WKAR Presents.

Oct 19th

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likearoadthroughmountains asked: I was looking through your tumblr, and that picture a few pages back of students eating in an "unknown West Circle building", is actually of the Williams Great Hall, which happens to be where I am right this minute! :D

Oct 19th

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Spartan Spirit Profile: Julia Krohn

Name: Julia Krohn (livingtransparently) Year: Sophomore! Major: History/ Secondary Ed. Hometown: Muskegon, MI Favorite place on campus: From West Circle to Snyder Hall. I absolutely love the feel and look of old campus, with the brick buildings, the open park around the Beaumont, and all the pretty trees! And I love the garden that is outside the Student Services Building. It’s out of...

Oct 18th

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taybenz asked: Hello! I'm a University Relations social media intern, and I just want to say that I came across this blog today, and I am not only impressed, but elated that there is something SO cool about my school on tumblr. Keep doing what you're doing. It totally rocks.

Oct 18th

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MSU, I Love You

ericklotz22: MSU, we love thy shadows When twilight silence falls Flushing deep and softly pailing O’er ivy colored halls Beneath the pines we’ll gather To give our faith so true Sing our love for Alma Mater And thy praises, MSU

Oct 18th

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MSU Facts mentioned in the State News today! →

Oct 17th

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Event: Hayrides and History

Do you love the fun and interesting things you learn about MSU’s history on this blog? Then come check out Hayrides and History tomorrow evening (Monday, October 17), one of the many events going on during this year’s Homecoming week. Free cider and donuts will be provided and tours will run from 6:30-8:30, leaving from the International Center parking lot. Myself and a few fellow...

Oct 16th

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Oct 16th

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“I don’t need to say a word the rest of my life, I’ve just got to hold up four...”

– Kirk Cousins (via inanoffwhiteroom)

Oct 16th

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Oct 13th

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A rivalry with a storied past.

While U of M and Ohio State’s rivalry can be attributed to the tiny war for the Toledo Strip (which ultimately delayed our statehood and gave us the glorious Upper Peninsula), the rivalry between Michigan State University and the University of Michigan may not have been sparked by an actual war - but it certainly feels like one when looking at the early history of MSU. HeckDorland on The...

Oct 13th

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