The forecast predicts that the high will be 73 and the low will be 61.
MSU baseball avoids series sweep, snaps losing streak to rival Michigan
Michigan State baseball closed out its home series against rival Michigan with a 10-5 win. The Spartans avoided a series sweep against their crosstown rivals and got their first win against the Wolverines in nearly two years. MSU improves to 12-21 on the season and 6-12 in conference play. “We haven’t won on Sunday all year, it was a good one to get on Sunday and salvage one game from the series,” head coach Jake Boss Jr. said, “Hopefully a little bit of momentum into a busy week.” The Spartans will hope to use this game as a momentum boost for the rest of the season as they gear up for a long week starting at home against Oakland on Tuesday, followed by a game against Western Michigan on Wednesday. They finish off the week in Washington for a three-game Big Ten series.
Board split over Quinn dossier
MSU’s Board of Trustees has issued a statement condemning the conduct of those who publicly ridicule and evaluate the performance of a university administrator, Mike Quinn. The statement, signed by board chair Brianna Scott, Renee Knake-Jefferson, Sandy Pierce, Kelly Tebay-Zemke, and Rebecca Bahar-Cook, argues that such actions are inappropriate and undermine governance norms. The statement also mentions a dossier compiled by Quinn’s critics, arguing that he has mishandled high-profile scandals. The board has not yet begun investigating the complaint, and the president has not commented on the situation. MSU’s board faced a delicate balance between giving presidents space to do their jobs without obstruction and keeping them in check. The board’s independence from the administration was questioned due to revelations of sexual abuse by longtime doctor Larry Nassar. The board’s discord continued with a rapid turnover rate, public criticism, and a global pandemic. In 2022, President Samuel Stanley resigned due to a fractured relationship with the board. The board opted to retain an outside firm to investigate allegations, which found evidence of widespread misconduct. In 2024, Kevin Guskiewicz accepted the presidency, despite the board’s supposed penchant for interference. Guskiewicz said the entities were on “one team” and emphasized the university’s efforts to move forward from the Nassar scandal and improve its handling of sexual violence. MSU trustees have been divided over a dossier detailing allegations against the university’s former president, Michael Quinn. The board, led by board members Vassar and Denno, has been accused of handling high-profile scandals, including the withholding of documents and interference in independent Title IX investigations. The allegations stem from Quinn’s handling of high-profile sagas, including the withholding of documents and a lawsuit by a faculty member against the trustees. The majority of the board has condemned the dossier, signaling an unclear path forward for Quinn’s critics. The board’s decision to condemn the dossier signals an uncertain future for the university.
Jeremy Fears Jr. declares for the NBA draft, maintains college eligibility
Michigan State men’s basketball’s All-American point guard Jeremy Fears Jr. announced he’s declaring for the NBA Draft while maintaining his remaining two years of college eligibility. “After speaking with my family, coaches, and representatives, I’m excited to announce that I will be declaring for the 2026 NBA Draft while maintaining my college eligibility,” Fears wrote in a social media post Friday. Fears is the first Spartan to announce their future plans after the team’s season ended March 27. Fears led MSU in scoring with 15.2 points per game and a nation-best 9.4 assists per game.
Lansing’s 517 Poetry Room prepares for upcoming Youth Slam event
Masaki Takahashi is the host of 517 Poetry Room’s slams and open mics — but he’s been inspired by the rising young voices he hears in his community to host a new event. The Native Child Youth Slam will be held on April 25th, offering a $500 grand prize and a title belt. WDBM’s Liam Clymer spoke with Takahashi, gathering insight into the inspirations for the event, how the Poetry Room connects with local high schools and the good it’s doing for the next generation of poets in the city.
