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July 27, 2026

The week in photos: July 20–26, 2026

By: Kelsie Lane
Spartan Helmet relief engraved on the entrance gates to Spartan Stadium
A peacock made of flowers outside the 4H gardens
Flowers and plants in arboretum
Spiky plant in arboretum
Sculpture in arboretum
John Hannah statue on a summer day
A prospective family speaking to a volunteer at Green and White Day
Zeke the Wonder Dog on campus
Person hitting punching bag
Reflections of Spartan Stadium in the windows of the STEM building
Spartan Helmet relief engraved on the entrance gates to Spartan Stadium
A peacock made of flowers outside the 4H gardens

A relief of a Spartan helmet can be found at the entrance to Spartan Stadium. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

Wilbir the Peacock, the unofficial mascot of the MSU Horticulture Gardens, greets visitors with a unique floral charm. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

Vibrant plants in the Clarence E. Lewis Landscape Arboretum, part of the MSU Horticulture Gardens, look like a lush tropical oasis on a hot summer day. Photo by Derrick L Turner.

The red and orange tips of artichoke thistles give a fiery look to the Clarence E. Lewis Landscape Arboretum. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

Classic details, like a sculptural planter, add elegance to the MSU Horticulture Gardens. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

The statue of John Hannah, MSU’s longest-serving president, appears to be taking a stroll through campus on a summer day. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

A representative from the Broad College of Business chats with prospective Spartans at Green and White Day on July 23. Green and White Days are the perfect opportunity for students and families considering applying to MSU to explore campus, learn about a variety of MSU resources and get a taste of life as a Spartan. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

Zeke the Wonderdog greets new, returning and potential Spartans at Green and White Day. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

A Green and White Day attendee shows off some solid punching skills at a U.S. Army display. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

A reflection of Spartan Stadium in the windows of the STEM Teaching and Learning Facility serves as a reminder of game days soon to come. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

A relief of a Spartan helmet can be found at the entrance to Spartan Stadium. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

Wilbir the Peacock, the unofficial mascot of the MSU Horticulture Gardens, greets visitors with a unique floral charm. Photo by Derrick L. Turner.

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