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False MSU active violence alert sent out to campus and parents
Panic and anger erupted across campus Tuesday morning after Michigan State University erroneously sent out an emergency notification to students, faculty, staff, and parents, alerting recipients to an “active violence incident.” The notification was sent out to the entire campus and parents from the university’s Department of Police and Public Safety. The alert said to “run/avoid, hide/barricade or fight/confront” if in the presence of danger. The alert comes mere days before the third anniversary of the MSU campus shooting on Feb. 13, 2023. The first text message was delivered at 10:52 a.m., followed by a series of phone calls and emails. Sirens across campus were also activated by the department. Roughly one minute after the initial notification, a second message was sent, saying the emergency notification was delivered in “error” and to “please disregard” it. The second message was posted to the police department’s social media pages. MSU and the Department of Police and Public Safety did not respond to requests for comment. The rapid correction led to some contradictory signals, with students receiving phone calls and emails alerting them for minutes even after the correction was sent out. Adding to the confusion was the fact that the messages contained discrepancies between each other. For some students and parents, the word “drill” was omitted from the initial alert they received, causing them to fear that an actual active violence incident was occurring. That notification plainly read, “Emergency! Active violence incident at the MSU East Lansing Campus. Avoid the area”. It does not appear as if the drill was previously scheduled. MSU tests its campus-wide alert system once a semester, with the most recent test occurring on Jan. 21.
Lauren Betts and No. 2 UCLA present major test for No. 13 MSU
One of the best teams in the nation, led by one of the best players in the country, arrives in East Lansing on Wednesday, presenting an opportunity for No. 13 Michigan State women’s basketball (20-4, 9-4 Big Ten) to prove it is ready to take the next step. With head coach Robyn Fralick at the helm for the past three seasons, leading the Spartans to 20 wins each year, there is no question that she can win at the Big Ten level. The question now is whether she can compete for — and win — championships at this level, a question that could be answered quickly with a win over No. 2 UCLA (23-1, 13-0 Pac-12). After falling to UConn in last season’s Final Four, UCLA has been dominant this year. The Bruins enter Wednesday’s matchup on a 17-game winning streak, with a 23-1 overall record and a perfect 13-0 mark in Pac-12 play, setting up a top-15 showdown with Michigan State. For MSU, the matchup is not only a must-win to stay in the hunt for the Big Ten regular-season title, but also a chance to show this group is different from years past. Since taking over the program, Fralick has turned the Spartans into consistent winners, but they have yet to win “big.” Under her leadership, MSU has not won a Big Ten Tournament game and has just one NCAA Tournament victory.
MSU Outdoors Club connects students through trips and adventure
From ice fishing trips in the winter to weeklong spring break excursions, the Michigan State Outdoors Club gives students a chance to step away from campus life, enjoy nature and build lasting friendships. Outdoors Club President Meredith Jones’ involvement began when she rediscovered her love of the outdoors after the COVID-19 pandemic. When she arrived at MSU and attended Sparticipation, Jones met members of the executive board and saw an opportunity to build community on campus.The club now hosts a range of trips throughout the academic year, from beginner-friendly camping outings to more challenging backpacking excursions. Accessibility is a key consideration when planning events, said Sydney Mueller, the club’s vice president. Beyond outdoor activities, members say the club plays a significant role in building community on campus.
