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06/16/2026
We light an Access Torch for MSU School of Social Work doctoral student Sterling Bentley whose research centers around LGBTQ+ health equity and civic engagement.
More about Sterling: http://spr.ly/6185B8f5nR
06/15/2026
Our Michigan State University School of Criminal Justice faculty Scott Wolfe was recently awarded the College of Social Science Faculty Research Award!
Congrats to Dr. Wolfe!
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06/15/2026
06/11/2026
The College of Social Science proudly celebrates Pride Month with our latest Access Matters Accolades.
Learn more: http://spr.ly/6187B8fbTU
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06/11/2026
06/11/2026
MSU Department of Anthropology PhD Candidate Priyanka Jayakodi was recently awarded the College of Social Science Graduate Student Research Award!
Congrats to Priyanka!
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06/11/2026
What’s really behind the world’s biggest game? ⚽
Michigan State University's Peter Alegi contributed to "World Cup: The Syllabus," a project teaching students and adults about global politics and the billion-dollar forces behind soccer.
In this Ask the Expert feature, he discusses FIFA's influence, stadium culture, and technology’s impact. Read below 👇
06/10/2026
MSU School of Social Work Field Coordinator Nicki Moody was recently awarded the College of Social Science Institutional Access Award for Staff!
Congrats to Nicki!
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06/09/2026
Life-changing.
That’s how Claire Bloom describes her Michigan State University experience. 💚
In just three years, this alum explored new regions, found her voice as a researcher, and built meaningful connections with professors and classmates along the way.
Swipe through ➡️ to read more about this new Spartan historian, and then read the full Q&A below.
06/08/2026
Congratulations to Professor Emeritus Joe Darden on being awarded the prestigious Pioneer Leader Award by Michigan State University’s Black Faculty, Staff, and Administrators Association. This recognition highlights Dr. Darden’s lifelong dedication to ceiling-breaking scholarship and his transformative leadership in the field of geography.
https://geo.msu.edu/news-events/news/2026-04-30.html