Michigan State University

The main campus of Michigan State University (MSU) in East Lansing, Michigan, covers about 5,200 acres, of which 2,000 acres are developed.

Within this area stand 556 buildings for academic, agricultural, residential, dining, and athletics use. The Red Cedar River runs through the campus and divides it into distinct northern and southern sections.

The North Campus is the university's oldest area. There you will find historic structures such as Beaumont Tower and the W. J. Beal Botanical Garden, along with Collegiate Gothic architecture and tree-lined pathways.

The South Campus, developed after World War II, holds major facilities such as the Cyclotron and the College of Law.

This section also includes extensive agricultural research areas and the MSU Agriculture and Livestock Education Center, which speaks to MSU's origins as an agricultural university.

Michigan State University's lush campus spreads across 5,300 acres of beautiful scenery. Through its academic and athletic facilities and social spaces, it offers you a unique experience. 

The North Campus is the oldest part of campus and lies north of the Red Cedar River. The South Campus lies to the south of the river.  MSU has a lively arts community, with award-winning museums, varied performances, and a culture of artistic and creative expression. 

Each season you can attend more than 150 concerts on campus, from renowned performances and large ensembles to world-class vocal artists.

Dozens of clubs and organizations are open to you. One standout is MSU's 25 Division I intercollegiate sports teams. CBS Sports has recognized them as one of the top athletics programs in the country. 

MSU's intramural sports and fitness program, one of the largest in the nation, also makes it easy to stay active and have fun. 

You have access to four indoor facilities across campus. These include fitness rooms, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and two indoor pools. They also include racquetball/squash courts, group fitness studios, a turf arena, two cycling studios, a ballroom, and an indoor ice skating rink. 

Outdoor facilities include a sailing center near Lake Lansing and two 18-hole golf courses. There are also soccer fields, flag football fields, sand volleyball courts, tennis courts, and an outdoor pool.

Michigan State University has a broad alumni network that includes many distinguished graduates who have excelled in a variety of fields. Notable alumni include; 

• Gretchen Whitmer
• James Blanchard
• John Engler
• Debbie Stabenow
• Tim Johnson
• Spencer Abraham
• Donna Hrinak
• Lee Wan-koo
• Richard Cordray
• Adnan Badran
• Wallace B. Jefferson
• Tom Gores
• Andrew Beal
• Richard Ford
• Dan Gilbert
• James Caan
• Anthony Heald
• Robert Urich
• William Fawcett
• Kirk Gibson

among others.