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Happy National Mascot Day to our very own, !

Starting Tuesday, June 16, Starbucks is serving up two new limited-time summer drinks:

•Blue Coconut Refresher — a crisp blend of coconut, strawberry and açaí flavors, shaken with ice and blue spirulina. 🦋🥥🍓
•Iced Blue Coconut Matcha — creamy matcha with sweet mango flavors, topped with toasted coconut cold foam and a vibrant blue spirulina finish. 🍵🥭💙

Find these refreshing summer sips at our on-campus Starbucks locations at 1855 Place and the MSU Library.

Learn, shop, discover. 🧺🌱✨

The Student Organic Farm farm stand is open every Monday this summer from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at MSU International Center.

In addition to fresh, locally grown produce, visitors can learn where to find Student Organic Farm products across campus, explore upcoming projects and volunteer opportunities and discover fun agriculture facts.

Stop by to support MSU-grown produce and enjoy fresh, affordable options throughout the summer.

Questions about the Student Organic Farm? Contact farm manager, Darby Anderson, at [email protected].

Following the success of Season 1, filming is officially underway for Season 2 of Forks Up!, a recurring segment on WLNS TV 6.

Filmed at Bradly's HG in Lansing's historic Old Town, the show blends culinary education with entertainment, giving viewers helpful cooking tips and creative inspiration from our chefs.

Thank you to everyone who watched and supported the first season. We can't wait to bring you even more chef tips, culinary techniques and behind-the-scenes insights from the talented chefs of Michigan State University Culinary Services. Stay tuned for another season of great food, fresh ideas and culinary inspiration.

Start your summer in style!

From Monday, June 1-Tuesday, June 30, MSU employees can receive 20% off all tablecloth and cloth napkin rentals with a valid MSU ID. With a wide selection of colors, patterns and sizes available, it's the perfect time to prepare for parties, weddings and other special occasions.

Visit Spartan Linen Services Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at 373 Service Road, or call 517-355-8520 for more information.

🥕🌱 Fresh, local and Spartan-grown. 🍅🥬

This summer, visit the Student Organic Farm Summer Farm Stand every Monday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Sparty’s in the International Center. Shop fresh, MSU-grown produce, learn more about the farm and discover what's in season all summer long!

Please note: Purchases must be made with a credit or debit card.

Something exciting is happening at the Union! 🐿️🚧

Renovations are underway as the former Sparty's space is transformed into a new Sparty's Market, set to open in fall 2026.

The new location will offer grab-and-go breakfast and lunch options, including breakfast pizzas, bagel sandwiches, paninis and soups. Grubhub ordering will feature cheese pizza, pepperoni pizza, rotating specialty pizzas, tacos and a variety of rice bowls.

Stay tuned for more updates as the new Sparty's Market takes shape!

Michigan State University Culinary Services has received a bronze award from the National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) in the Residential Special Event of the Year category for its annual Dickens Dinner. As part of MSU’s Experiential Dining series, the event allows students to use meal swipes to attend a unique culinary experience inspired by 19th-century London. Featuring an English-inspired menu, literary excerpts from Charles Dickens and an accomplished chef from Liverpool, the dinner has become a cherished campus tradition celebrating the holiday season through food, storytelling and history.

Hopping on the rule of thirds trend — Eat at State style! 📏📷