The State - A Podcast from The State News + Impact 89FM

In the news today- University efforts for compliance with federal civil rights law require RSO cooperation, Former Faculty Senate chair settles lawsuit against two trustees, ASMSU passes bills to reopen funding for Activity Department of SAB, Three Takeaways from Michigan State football's late collapse against Penn State

In the news today- Michigan State football faces three-year probation for recruiting violations, MSU returns on endowment investments fall short of peers' gains, MSU's dominant defense continues as shooting heats up in 96-52 victory. MSU women's soccer selected to the NCAA Tournament.

In the news today- At board meetings, full in-person attendance of trustees is uncommon. MSU's Formula Racing Team builds the future of racing from scratch, Sophia Piotrowski follows her mother's path while shaping her own. Student concerns rise after river fatality near Cedar Village. 

In the news today- College of Arts and Letters facing deficit amid budget cuts, ASMSU to host "Know Your Rights" event Wednesday evening, MSU women's soccer earns highest NCAA seed in program history. Michigan State Sweeps Penn State in Conference Opener. 

In the news today- 2025 Lansing Model Train Show and Sale arrives at Farm Bureau Pavilion, Former MSU softball coach follows her lifelong passion for teaching, Four Spartans in double figures power 92-60 MSU victory. MSU volleyball hopes to continue momentum in matchup against Washington. 

In the news today- MSU revises Campbell Hall's gender-inclusive bathroom layout following complaints, MSU outmuscles Arkansas despite struggles from three-point range, East Lansing Film Festival screens "Souleymane's Story" on opening night, MSU hockey shuts out Penn State in series' sweep. 

In the news today- A hunch, a mouse and a moment that could change male contraception, MSU apologizes for misspelling name on memorial plaque, College of Nursing deserves a future as bold as its past.

In the news today- Steve Whelan and Chuck Grigsby elected to East Lansing City Council, Amid budget cuts, MSU colleges pausing graduate program admissions, Trustee's organization under scrutiny: Rebecca Bahar-Cook says criticism of Michigan Economic Development Foundation and work as trustee are "wholly unrelated", and MSU women's basketball makes program history in win over Mercyhurst. 

In the news today- Proposals preview sweeping review of sexual misconduct policies, Tom Barrett asking MSU to adopt contested antisemitism definition, and MSU men's basketball starts season off with ugly win.

In the news today- MSU student group calls for protection of professor on Turning Point USA watchlist, MSU men's basketball opens new season with veterans leading the way, 'What changed?': Brenda Tracy claims MSU backed out of mediation ahead of lawsuit. 

In the news today- Lansing and East Lansing Charter Amendment Proposals are at Odds, Students, faculty, reel over consequences of budget cuts at MSU board meeting, Students, faculty blast MSU for charges against Pro-Palestinian protestor, Michigan State Football vs. Minnesota Gophers. 

In the news today- Black Student Alliance demands action from MSU regarding DEI regulation changes, MSU hosts Big Ten meet amid NCAA roster limit shift, Off-campus students struggle with "porch pirates", No Kings protests held in Detroit and across the country. 

In the news today- MSU board to vote on seeking state funds for $340 million engineering center, MSU hockey's Tommi Männistö earns Big Ten Star of the Week. Student-run startup RentEL keeps Spartans on the move, Graduate Employees Union seeks legal protection for graduate research assistants. 

In the news today- Board to vote on removing 'diversity' from VP's title, Board to vote on scaling back Spartan Gateway District. MSU hockey shows improvement in sweep of Northern Michigan, and MSU faces major funding cuts for arts and humanities. 

In the news today- MSU women's soccer secures No. 2 seed in final game of regular season, Nearly 100 laid off through budget cuts, president says, MSU men's soccer loses in final non-conference matchup, Three takeaways from the fifth straight loss, Michigan State football

In the news today- MSU Offense struggles in 31-20 loss to rival Michigan, REVIEW: Deliver me from a standard biopic, new Springsteen film digs deeper, Carl Banks keeps the Michigan rivalry spirit alive, The new-look Spartans hold off Bowling Green in preseason exhibition. 

In the news today- Spartan spirit shines at annual "Sparty Watch" ahead of rivalry football game against U-M, Ronald McDonald House brings rival teams together for families in need. No. 1 MSU hockey heads north to take on Northern Michigan, Michigan State women's basketball shines in exhibition matchup.  

In the news today- Fewer classes, fewer benefits: MSU's non-tenure track faculty feel impacts of cuts, MSU looks to be unforgettable against Michigan, MSU men's soccer ties UCLA in goalless match, MSU hockey takes on No. 1 Boston University in two-game series.

In the news today- President's childhood friend serving in $300K 'Senior Advisor' role,  East Lansing Independent Police Oversight Commission calls for police chief to resign, MSU women's soccer delivers a five-goal performance to storm past Illinois, Michigan State football trounced by No. 3 Indiana on the road. 

In today's news: MSU hosts mental health events for students and staff, MSU's Student Cold Case Unit provides opportunities to re-investigate popular cases. When Title IX investigators handle a case, university lawyers have 'a few suggestions', Momentum has slipped from MSU football, just as Jonathan Smith's future has. 

In the news today-  Petition pushers mislead students, Women's Basketball ranked No. 23 in preseason AP Poll, Slow Food MSU returns to campus after hiatus, MSU volleyball's Malayah Long wins Big Ten Freshman of the Week. 

For today's episode- College Republicans paint over Indigenous Peoples' Day artwork on The Rock, Men's Basketball ranked No. 22 in preseason AP poll, Deceased body found in Red Cedar River near Cedar Village, Stolen bikes become a campus concern.  

In today's news, the MSU community celebrates Spartan spirit at Homecoming Parade, MSU Volleyball weather a late Iowa comeback to clinch a five-set victory, MSU says no ICE activity on campus and football stunned by UCLA in Homecoming blowout.

Starting today off with: MSU president says he didn't file charges against student protesters, CORES & CAMS groups face university funding cuts amid new mission statement requirements,  ‘Beauty and the Beast' national tour performs at Wharton. MSU hockey falls 4-3 in home opener after a buzzer-beater goal. 

For today's episode, we start with Pro-Palestinian students honoring lives lost during the first anniversary of the war in Gaza, moving on to Michigan Lawmakers Agree on State Budget for Fiscal Year 2026. Now moving into sports, Kennedy Bell was named to the Hermann Trophy watchlist. We end today talking about the Spartans' offensive line struggles, which have restricted MSU football from being its best.

For today's episode: Starting with Lansing hosts return of Great Lakes Classic foosball tournament, moving onto Jewish students hold vigil at The Rock for two-year anniversary of Hamas attack, for our third story, Safe Dining at MSU: A Look at the Allergy Program. We conclude today with Stalking, burglary and hate crimes rise at MSU in 2024.

In the news today: We start with MSU On Campus News for our first story. MSU wants you to judge the speed of harassment and discrimination investigations. Our second story continues with The MSU Surplus Store kicks off Sustainability Month with Fall Fest. Moving on to sports, MSU receives a decommitment from four-star wide receiver Tyren Wortham. For our last story, Michigan State women's tennis struggles at the Michigan State Classic. 

For today's episode: The First Holden Hall Residents return for a 58-year reunion, The Challenge MSU brings reality TV to life for a $1000 prize, Izzone campout returns, marking a new season of MSU Basketball, and MSU Women's Soccer vs. Ohio State Buckeyes.

For today's episode: Unfortunate loss for MSU Football to Nebraska, Michigan State basketball lands second 2026 four-star recruit Julius Avent, University of Toronto professor denounces attacks on American universities at MSU event, Gutted Dept. of Ed maintains radio silence on MSU civil rights probe.               

In the news today: Our host and producer of The State is graduating! This marks Rachel Fulton's final episode, in which she's been working on this podcast for the past four years! This episode covers Rachel's college recap, from jobs to her future career, as well as commencement information at MSU.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, MSU ending affirmative action in employment to comply with Trump order. For our second story focused on campus-related news, 'good people on both sides': Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan pushes for unity at MSU forum. For our final story focusing on graduation, eco-friendly tradition: MSU's graduation gowns made from recycled plastic.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, bottleneck delays payments to military students. For our final story of the day focusing on community news, 'brilliance is not determined by your language': MSU professor teaches power of AAVE.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, all USAID projects at MSU terminated by Trump administration. For our second story focusing on student life, drag meets arts-and-crafts at UAB's Craftopia. For our final story focusing on health, connecting with nature poses mental health benefits.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, ASMSU elects new vice president of academic affairs, governmental affairs. For our second story focusing on more campus news, MSU sues Department of Energy over proposed cuts to research funding. For our final story focusing on more campus news, thousands of Bibles handed out on MSU campus.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, MSU faculty join call for Big Ten 'mutual defense compact' against Trump administration. For our second story focusing on campus-related news, MSU student suing Trump administration to restore visa record. For our final story of the day focusing on more campus news, Pepsi products to replace Coca-Cola on campus at all fountain drink locations.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, MSU establishes council to consider college merger, new College of Health Professions. For our second story focusing on city news, 1-year-old with measles visited MSU campus, according to Ingham County Health Department. For our final story of the day focusing on student research, 'mummy' on campus.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on MSU-related news, lawyers who represented MSU amid Nassar scandal quietly handling Title IX complaints.For our second story focusing on city news, human remains found in East Lansing freezer identified as parents of suspect. For our final story of the day focusing on environmental news, students worry about career; environmental concerns after mass firing of National Park workers.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, faculty senators protest Trustee Denno over meeting absences. For our second story focusing on community news, Montie House co-op tree planting event leaves members with saplings of wisdom. For our final story of the day focusing on more community news, MSU students host second annual Race for Humanity event; raise funds for Gaza.

In the news today: For our first story of the week focusing on campus news, voter turnout increases marginally in ASMSU elections; controversial proposal passes. For our second story focusing on more campus news, MSU joins amicus brief in support of international students amid visa revocations. For our final story focusing on more campus news, campus police aren't required to assist ICE.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, MSU president pushes back on Trump administration's student visa revocations. For our second story focusing on more campus news, Thrive at Owen to close on weekends starting Fall 2025. For our final story of the week focusing on events, MSU Student Horticulture Association prepares for upcoming plant show and sale.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, MSU's Broad College of Business removes CSE 102 requirement. For our final story focusing on student life, It's On Us hosts crafting event for its Week of Action.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, international students' visas have been revoked, MSU says. For our second story focusing on more campus news, MSU board to vote on 'transformational' Spartan Gateway District project. For our final story of the day focusing on more campus news, DEI scholarships being carefully offered in College of Arts and Letters.