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Spartan Magazine FAQ

If you have further questions, e-mail Paula Davenport at daven125@msu.edu

  • What’s the overall mission of the magazine?

    The magazine exists to spark love, pride and respect for Michigan State University.

  • What’s the format of the magazine?

    "Spartan" magazine typically includes two feature stories; alumni profiles; letters to the editor; messages from MSU's president and the Alumni Office's executive director. In the opening news section, you'll find interesting short stories, university facts and figures, arts and culture news from across campus and more. Class Notes and In Memoriam sections are within the Green & White section devoted to the MSU Alumni Office news, events and ads. The magazine is four-color and is the size of other consumer magazines such as "Sports Illustrated" and "People."

  • How often does the magazine appear?

    The magazine is published four times a year-- Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer. 

  • Who receives the magazine?

    The magazine reaches 50,000 households and is found in guest rooms of the Kellogg Center. The reading audience is comprised of households from which at least one individual makes a gift to MSU every fiscal year totaling $100 or above. Plus, it is mailed to Michigan legislators, and academic and administrative officers on the MSU campus. 

  • Who staffs the magazine?

    The editor of the magazine is Paula M. Davenport, who in 2014 joined MSU to oversee the magazine following long-time editor Bob Bao's retirement. Iain Bogle handles the magazine’s design.

  • How do I get information to you for one of the magazine sections?

    Write to: Editor, "Spartan" magazine, 535 Chestnut Road, Room 300, East Lansing, MI 48824; or e-mail daven125@msu.edu; or complete a form online. Because of the lead-time required in publishing our magazine and the significant amount of submissions received, we regretfully cannot publish every item we receive. We do try to share your submissions with MSU’s colleges and on other university platforms, from websites to newsletters.

  • How do I write a letter to the editor?

    Use the same addresses as above. Make sure to type your name, the year(s) you received your degree(s), if applicable, and your current address, phone number, and e-mail address (if you have one). Please keep your letter to 150 words or less. We reserve the right to edit for length and clarity.

  • Does the magazine accept advertising?

    Yes. The magazine accepts display advertising. The MSUAA also accepts banner advertising for our e-newsletter. Please contact Peter DeLong by email or by calling 877-MSU-ALUM for additional information.