Dec. 15, 2025
The week in photos: Dec. 8–14, 2025
Students cross paths near the statue of John Hannah in Hannah Plaza on a winter evening. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
MSU graduates celebrate receiving their degrees at a commencement ceremony on Dec. 13. More than 4,700 Spartans graduated this past weekend, hailing from 38 U.S. states and 42 countries and ranging from 20 to 64 years old. Congrats, grads! Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Graduates stand arm in arm to sing “MSU Shadows,” the university’s alma mater, as they celebrate their accomplishments at a fall 2025 commencement ceremony. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Decorating one’s cap for graduation is the perfect way to add a personal, creative or sentimental touch to traditional regalia. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Members of the graduating class of fall 2025 present the Senior Class Campaign gift alongside President Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Ph.D., during a commencement ceremony. Continuing a tradition of class gifts started in 1873, the Senior Class Campaign supports future generations of Spartans through scholarships, facility improvements and university needs. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Beaumont Tower is awash in golden light during a winter sunset. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
As snow continues to fall on campus, MSU has been transformed into a winter wonderland — and there’s no better way to embrace it than getting outside and enjoying classic winter activities like building a snowman. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
In the College of Arts and Letters, faculty and staff are embracing the spirit of giving while wrapping presents for a family in need. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Students cross paths near the statue of John Hannah in Hannah Plaza on a winter evening. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
MSU graduates celebrate receiving their degrees at a commencement ceremony on Dec. 13. More than 4,700 Spartans graduated this past weekend, hailing from 38 U.S. states and 42 countries and ranging from 20 to 64 years old. Congrats, grads! Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Graduates stand arm in arm to sing “MSU Shadows,” the university’s alma mater, as they celebrate their accomplishments at a fall 2025 commencement ceremony. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Decorating one’s cap for graduation is the perfect way to add a personal, creative or sentimental touch to traditional regalia. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Members of the graduating class of fall 2025 present the Senior Class Campaign gift alongside President Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Ph.D., during a commencement ceremony. Continuing a tradition of class gifts started in 1873, the Senior Class Campaign supports future generations of Spartans through scholarships, facility improvements and university needs. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Beaumont Tower is awash in golden light during a winter sunset. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
As snow continues to fall on campus, MSU has been transformed into a winter wonderland — and there’s no better way to embrace it than getting outside and enjoying classic winter activities like building a snowman. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
In the College of Arts and Letters, faculty and staff are embracing the spirit of giving while wrapping presents for a family in need. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
Students cross paths near the statue of John Hannah in Hannah Plaza on a winter evening. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.
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