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Michigan State University - Local Atmosphere - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.46

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Points of Interest
  • Grand Rapids
  • Impression 5 Museum
  • Lansing Capitol Building
  • Lansing Lugnuts Stadium
  • Mackinaw Island
  • Traverse City

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

East Lansing has a wonderful atmosphere—surrounded by trees and Red Cedar River, a walk through campus during the fall colors is breathtaking, as is a stroll downtown to the shopping strip and restaurants. The backdrop of the Lansing Capitol is visible from certain parts of campus, making the landscape feel intimate but still spread out.

The MSU campus is one of the most beautiful campuses in the state. Full of activity and nature, the campus is simply gorgeous in any season. A river lined with trees winds through the center of it. The buildings are historic and statuesque. The football stadium, Spartan Stadium, is one of the largest college football arenas in the United States. Because East Lansing is basically a college town, most of the residents are quite young; as such, Downtown on the weekends is always crowded with people heading out to the clubs, attending open mic nights, dining outside and people watching, or shopping at the trendy stores. Some of the areas in Downtown Lansing can be unsafe, but East Lansing for the most part is a comfortable haven for students to relax and unwind with friends after a stressful week of classes.

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Local Atmosphere at Michigan State University

tylergrepke

'17

Computer Science

4.6
A

Michigan State University Is Beautiful

Michigan State University's campus is beautiful. There are plenty of arts and lots of outdoor recreation options. It's right next door to Lansing, so there is plenty of shopping. One cool event held in East Lansing is the Great Lakes Folk Festival. The food and music are fantastic! Most of the local folks are pretty nice to students because students spend money in the area.

Jan 29, 2012

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Local Atmosphere at Michigan State University

baxterci

'15

Psychology

4.2
A-

Atmosphere of MSU

MSU is a big university. It's very diverse and chance to meet new people and join plenty of activities. Most of the attraction spots are on Grand River Ave (walking distance), and the shopping center has a bus that will take you right there.

Jan 22, 2012

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Local Atmosphere at Michigan State University

considi4

'15

Hospitality Management

4.2
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East Lansing, Michigan

East Lansing is basically the town for the Michigan State campus. Everything around campus is for college students. As college students, we do a lot for the community as well with volunteer events. There are many churches, shopping areas, and sites to see.

Jan 17, 2012

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Facts

Shopping Centers
  • Eastwood Town Center
  • Frandor Plaza
  • Lansing Mall
  • Meridian Mall
Major Sports Teams
  • Detroit Fury: arena football
  • Detroit Lions: football
  • Detroit Pistons: basketball
  • Detroit Red Wings: hockey
  • Detroit Shock: WNBA basketball
  • Detroit Tigers: baseball
  • Grand Rapids Rampage: arena football
  • Lansing Lugnuts: minor league baseball
City Web Sites www.cityofeastlansing.com
Distances to Nearest Major Cities
  • Chicago: IL: 4 hours
  • Detroit: MI: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Did You Know?

5 Fun Facts about East Lansing:
• East Lansing is the birthplace of chocolate cheese.
• The East Lansing Film Festival, held annually, is the largest and most diverse film festival in Michigan (check out www.elff.com for more info).
• There are only 5 locations in the United States that boast a large black squirrel population, and East Lansing is one of them.
• The largest portion of the city’s population is between 19–25 years old.
• The city of East Lansing, built as an extension of Lansing, appeared after MSU was founded.

Famous People from Lansing:
Timothy Busfield
Jim Cash
Bob Guiney
Anthony Heald
Earvin “Magic” Johnson
Steven Seagal

Local Slang:

Bar Crawling – Going to several bars in a row drinking; encouraging intoxication in groups
B-Dubs – Buffalo Wild Wings
Bent – Intoxicated
Duece-Duece – A 22-oz. beer
Hoodie – Any type of hooded sweatshirt
J. Crew clones – Fraternity boys
Popo – Police

Movie TheatersWhat's This?

AMC Meridian Outer 6 Theatres
1999 Central Park Dr.
Okemos
(517) 349-4104

Eastwood Cinemas
2500 Showtime Dr.
Lansing
(517) 316-9100

Imax Theatre Celebration Cinema
200 E. Edgewood Blvd.
Lansing
(517) 393-7469

Lansing Mall 6
921 Mall Dr. W.
Lansing
(517) 886-3456

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