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Longtime Michigan dairy leader Doug Chapin encourages dairy farmers to invest in new MSU facility

Published on July 21, 2026
The Michigan Milk Producers Association is promoting two producer-led fundraising campaigns to support the new MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.
MSU Extension internships offer a classroom the size of Michigan

Published on July 20, 2026
From the Upper Peninsula to the Motor City, MSU Extension’s statewide reach gives students the type of experience that few internships can match.
Dr. Brian Via to lead MSU School of Packaging into a new era

Published on July 13, 2026
Incoming MSU School of Packaging director brings a multidisciplinary perspective to the world’s leading packaging program.
Partnership drives turfgrass excellence at MSU

Published on June 10, 2026
A longstanding partnership with Spartan Turf Products advances research and education at the MSU Turfgrass Management Program.
Fellowship focus: Maison Fellowship advances raptor research in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife

Published on May 12, 2026
Funding from the Joseph Laurence Maison Fellowship is powering Fisheries and Wildlife graduate student Nick Alioto’s research on the migratory behavior of red-tailed hawks in Michigan.
Fellowship Focus: Ambrose Pattullo Fund empowers creative storytelling

Published on May 1, 2026
Department of Community Sustainability graduate student Tyler Swanson was recently awarded the Ambrose Pattullo Graduate Fellowship for his short story “The Way Through.”
Investing in Michigan’s dairy future: Kevin and Dana Sue Kirk

Published on April 23, 2026
The Kirks’ recent support of the Joe Domecq Dairy Education Endowment reflects their lifelong connection to MSU, deep ties to the Michigan dairy industry and a shared belief that MSU can lead the nation in dairy education.
Campaign to rejuvenate the MSU Japanese Garden gains momentum

Published on April 22, 2026
Donations will be used to make critical structural repairs, ensuring this tranquil community space remains available for future generations to enjoy.
Honoring impact: Alumnus celebrates the legacy of Dr. Niles R. Kevern through scholarship support

Published on April 21, 2026
Alumnus Rob Elliott’s recent gift to the Kevern Undergraduate Scholarship pays tribute to a personal mentor and visionary leader in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visits MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

Published on April 16, 2026
Visit included a tour of the newly opened dairy research facility, a roundtable discussion with local farmers and stakeholders and a press conference announcing new USDA grant funding for specialty crops.