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Image of Michigan State University student Aswath Karai standing and smiling with hands in pockets. Karai is wearing a grey suit and white collared shirt. Blue skies, greenery, and the Beaumont Tower are in the background.

Two MSU Honors students awarded national Goldwater Scholarship

March 27, 2026 - Featured Research Stories Student Stories

This story originally appeared on the MSU Distinguished Student Awards Office website. By Kristin Janka and Melanie Brender Two Michigan State University students have earned the prestigious Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship. This places MSU at 62 Goldwater Scholars since the award’s inception. The Goldwater Foundation seeks sophomores and juniors committed to a research career in STEM fields with the potential for significant future contributions in their chosen […]

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MSU Debate makes history twice at national tournament

March 13, 2026 - Featured News

By Carly Watson and Melanie Brender For the first time in program history, a member of MSU Debate received the Julia Burke Award and two Spartan debaters brought home the Front Royal Cup. These inaugural milestones for MSU Debate came from last weekend’s American Debate Association (ADA) National Championship. MSU debater Joanna Gusis received the Julia Burke Award, which is given to an outstanding debater who most clearly exhibits a passion for […]

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Image of eighteen Michigan State University students at the 2026 Diversity Research Showcase. There are two rows of students. One row is sitting in couches and chairs, and another row is behind them. Students are smiling, and most are in business attire. A wood-paneled wall is in the background.

Diversity Research Showcase invests in undergraduate work for ninth year

January 28, 2026 - Diversity Research Showcase Featured News Research Stories

By Sloane Barlow The Honors College hosted the 9th Annual Diversity Research Showcase (DRS) on Friday, January 23. The Diversity Research Showcase provides undergraduate students space to discuss their research with peers, faculty, and staff in a supportive and constructive atmosphere. This year included roughly 40 undergraduate participants across poster and oral presentation categories. Both Honors and non-Honors students brought new […]

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Image of Michigan State University Honors College student Cheyenne Marchand in a green graduation gown, smiling and leaning on a long green sign that days "West Holden Hall". Behind Marchand is a large brick building, pine trees, and snowy ground.

Signing Off: An open letter from graduating student Cheyenne Marchand

December 10, 2025 - Featured News Student Stories

By Cheyenne Marchand By the time you are reading this, I’ll likely be back home relaxing and reminiscing on the past 4.5 years of my college experience. However, right now I’m taking on the task of writing a letter of farewell to the Honors College as I move onto the next chapter of my life […]

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Glenn Chambers recommended as dean of MSU Honors College

November 19, 2025 - Featured News

Michigan State University Provost Laura Lee McIntyre has recommended Glenn Chambers to serve as dean of the Honors College, effective December 1. He will serve as dean designee prior to the December 12 meeting of the MSU Board of Trustees. “Dr. Chambers possesses a clear and progressive vision for our Honors College as an intellectual […]

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Honors alumna returns 50 years later, invests in next generation of leaders

November 10, 2025 - Alumni Stories Featured News Research Stories

By Sloane Barlow The Honors College hosted alumna Joanne Maguire (’75) last month to connect with and inspire students. As former executive vice president of Lockheed Martin Space Systems, Maguire was the company’s first woman corporate officer. She was named of one of Fortune’s “50 Most Powerful Women in Business” and executed NASA missions such […]

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Image of Michigan State University student Basia Love wearing a cream-colored top with dark green floral patterns. Love is smiling at the camera, wearing a name tag, and staging in front of a large green poster with plant images on it at the University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum.

Student view: Growing in ways I never imagined

November 10, 2025 - Featured News Student Stories

By Basia Love Basia Love is a third-year Honors College student pursuing a major in plant biology through the College of Natural Science and a minor in horticulture. She recently received the Excellence in Community Leadership Award, which recognizes first-generation student leaders who are exceptionally committed to serving and uplifting others. When I pressed submit […]

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Eight Honors Spartans named to 2025 Homecoming Court

October 7, 2025 - Featured News Student Stories

By Sloane Barlow This year, eight Honors College students were selected for the 12-person Homecoming Court. Representing Michigan State University on the Homecoming Court is considered one of the highest honors for Spartan seniors. These students will continue to serve as ambassadors of the university – representing MSU and the Honors College at numerous […]

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Image of MSU President Kevin M. Guskiewicz taking a selfie at the entrance of Campbell Hall with university staff from the Honors College and Residential & Hospitality Services. The group is surrounded by a large green ribbon for a ribbon cutting ceremony. Everyone is in business attire and smiling.

From renovation to celebration: MSU cuts the ribbon on upgraded Campbell Hall

September 15, 2025 - Featured News

By Melanie Brender On Friday, September 12, Michigan State University celebrated the renovation of Campbell Hall with a ribbon cutting that brought together donors, university leaders, staff, and students. The celebration included building tours, a program featuring MSU leaders and students, and a limited edition MSU Dairy Store flavor – Honors College Smart Cookie – […]

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Media advisory: Ribbon cutting to launch Campbell Hall’s next era at MSU

September 4, 2025 - Featured News

One of Michigan State University’s oldest operating residence halls has been transformed to meet the needs of today’s students. Campbell Hall, located on the historic north end of MSU’s campus, was first built in 1939. A $37.1 million project funded through private donors and university bonds has preserved the hall’s historic character while improving accessibility, […]

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