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In the Field 2021

In the Field

Packaging leader Amcor makes transformative gift to Michigan State University School of Packaging

Published August 3, 2021

The $10.8 million gift from Amcor is the largest corporate gift in the School of Packaging's history and will establish an endowed faculty position focused on sustainability and support renovations to the School of Packaging building.

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Director Daum shares the impact the transformative Amcor gift will have on the School of Packaging

School of Packaging Building Renovation

Women are making a difference for the Packaging Building

Ron Delia discusses Amcor partnership

The CEO of Amcor talks about the largest corporate gift ever given to Michigan State University, a $10 million contribution to the School of Packaging to fund an endowed chair and renovations to the Packaging Building.

MSU School of Packaging receives grants to develop two new processes to recycle and reuse plastics

Innovator of the Year Award: Muhammad Rabnawaz

MSU School of Packaging alum helping with COVID-19 therapeutics and vaccines

Student Success


MSU student focuses her biology and natural resources career path with internship

Published October 11, 2021

Fisheries and wildlife student Kailee Pearson worked as a field technician in the Upper Peninsula with the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians’ wildlife program over the summer.

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STEM FIELDWORK: COREY MARSH ECOLOGICAL RESEARCH CENTER
MSU Fisheries & Wildlife Students Share Internship Experiences

MSU undergraduate students participate in hands-on field research experience with wildlife at the Corey Marsh Ecological Research Center, located just northeast of the main campus in East Lansing.

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Dietetics student aspires to be a leader in the healthcare industry

Forestry doctoral student finds niche in academia, research and mentoring

Entrepreneurial electrical technology student pursuing career as electrical journeyman

Landscape architecture student looks to make a difference through environmental design

Nutritional sciences student finds her passion in preventative medicine

CSUS graduate student researches farmer well-being and food systems resilience

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

MSU leaders share new diversity directions in higher education and Extension

Published July 20, 2021

Jabbar R. Bennett, Ph.D., and Quentin Tyler, Ph.D., were recently interviewed about the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion across Michigan State University.

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MSU awarded USDA-NIFA grant to support Native American students in agriculture

Joint MSU, U-M project studying effect of inclusivity on STEM faculty receives $1.4 million grant from National Science Foundation

College of Agriculture and Natural Resources extends special recognitions for diversity, equity and inclusion

Alumni and Donors

MSU alum, philanthropist continues to advance MSU and CANR

Published October 12, 2021

Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering alumnus, Larry P. Walker, Ph.D., is a true philanthropist, giving back his time, talent and treasure to advance Michigan State University.

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Spartan establishes endowed graduate assistantship to help reduce carbon footprint; create a greener world

New endowment to educate students studying the built environment in the practice of feng shui and other cultures

Don Dickmann endows support for junior faculty in the Department of Forestry

Blanchards establish endowment to offer MSU scholarships to 4-H’ers

Clemens Food Group makes $100,000 gift to MSU Pavilion Expansion

New trail makes nature more accessible at the MSU Corey Marsh Ecological Research Center

COVID-19


MSU Extension to undertake three-year, $7 million vaccination education effort

Published August 17, 2021

The immunization education initiative will focus on educating the general public about COVID-19 vaccines and other childhood and adult vaccinations.

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Latest MSU Food Literacy and Engagement Poll reveals COVID-19 has impacted food access for nearly one-third of Americans

Published September 30, 2021

Half of the participants reported the pandemic has changed their food choices.

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MSU supports dairy industry through COVID-19

MSU Extension prioritizes mental health and mindfulness for Michigan youth

MSU Product Center helps Michigan food entrepreneurs survive and thrive throughout pandemic

New Research Initiatives


New on-campus center to serve as hub of MSU pollinator research, teaching, outreach

Published June 8, 2021

MSU and partner organizations have invested in the creation of the Pollinator Performance Center, an on-campus space for pollinator-related activities.

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MSU part of new center leading climate change research in Midwest

Published September 29, 2021

MSU researchers are lending their expertise on a variety of topics, from fisheries management to forest ecology.

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Cary Funk Trust in Science Presentation

Cary Funk is director of science and society research at Pew Research Center.

Food, Health & Environment

  • South Campus Animal Farms provides facilities to support MSU teaching, research, outreach missions

    Published on October 6, 2021
    Infrastructure upgrades expand research capabilities, teaching opportunities

  • MSU Extension honors partners, teams and staff members for extraordinary service at 2021 Fall Extension Conference

    Published on October 1, 2021
    Michigan State University (MSU) Extension honored outstanding partners, teams and staff members for their extraordinary service during the annual Fall Extension Conference Sept. 27-30.

  • MSU part of new center leading climate change research in Midwest

    Published on September 29, 2021
    MSU researchers are lending their expertise on a variety of topics, from fisheries management to forest ecology.

  • A fruitful partnership

    Published on September 9, 2021
    MSU, Tree Fruit Commission, MDARD partner to support fruit industry

  • Thomas Jayne Named an Honorary Life Member of the International Association of Agricultural Economists

    Published on August 10, 2021
    Honorary Life Member is the IAAE's highest professional honor

  • Career advancement paths for migrant and seasonal farmworkers through new grant to MSU, nonprofit partners, and State of Michigan

    Published on August 5, 2021
    Creating ways for farmworkers to gain career-ready skills through hands-on training and professional experiences.

  • MSU Extension focuses on food access for all

    Published on August 4, 2021
    From farmers market vouchers to innovative meal delivery services, MSU Extension is committed to helping Michiganders access healthy and nutritious foods.

  • MSU potato researcher honored for lifetime achievements and outstanding publication

    Published on August 2, 2021
    David Douches, director of the MSU Potato Breeding and Genetics Program, was recently awarded Honorary Life Membership to the Potato Association of America, the organization's highest honor.

  • MSU to open new AgBioResearch Center in Hart

    Published on July 28, 2021
    In partnership with West Central Michigan Horticultural Research Inc., MSU will lead research on tree fruit and vegetable agriculture in west Michigan

  • Protecting the Au Sable River

    Published on June 23, 2021
    As climate change and invasive species continue to threaten Michigan’s fisheries, MSU and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are working together to assess the resilience of the iconic trout stream.

  • New on-campus center to serve as hub of MSU pollinator research, teaching, outreach

    Published on June 8, 2021
    MSU and partner organizations have invested in the creation of the Pollinator Performance Center, an on-campus space for pollinator-related activities.

  • MSU researcher appointed to World Health Organization group studying global impact of foodborne disease

    Published on June 7, 2021
    Felicia Wu has been named a member of a selective cohort of food safety and public health researchers.

  • New $3 million investment to advance Michigan animal agriculture research, infrastructure

    Published on June 4, 2021
    The Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture has received $3 million in new funding for 25 research and outreach projects, as well as infrastructure upgrades.

  • MSU greenhouses: Infrastructure that leads to innovation

    Published on April 29, 2021
    Greenhouses are an invaluable resource for faculty and students, but to maintain MSU’s leadership in plant science, upgrades are critical.

  • 2021 ANR Award recipients honored during ANR month

    Published on March 7, 2021
    The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) at Michigan State University (MSU) will honor 11 leaders in agriculture and natural resources on March 12.

  • MSU professor leads the way on PFAS research

    Published on February 12, 2021
    Studying the effects of contaminants on fish populations

  • MSU researchers part of $4.4 million grant to examine spread of infectious disease by migratory birds

    Published on December 17, 2020
    Researchers at Michigan State University are partnering with colleagues from the U.S. and four other countries to develop biosurveillance plans to monitor and prevent infectious disease spread by migratory birds.

  • MSU Extension receives MDARD funding for two-year farm stress efforts

    Published on October 14, 2020
    The two-year, $500,000 partner-funded Legacy of the Land project aims to reduce farm losses and aid farmers with their mental health across the state.

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