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Emily GerkinGuerrant @emgerkin

MSU VP and Spokesperson, mother to three beautiful children, crossfit fanatic and aspiring golf pro. Livin life in Pure Michigan! comments = mine.

Joined June 2009
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Emily GerkinGuerrant retweeted
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Jun 9
On this day in 1945, the original Spartan Statue was dedicated.
Spartan Statue on MSU campus, standing against a vibrant collage. The background features blue skies with a moon, green trees, and bright orange autumn foliage, with sun glare peeking through.

ALT Spartan Statue on MSU campus, standing against a vibrant collage. The background features blue skies with a moon, green trees, and bright orange autumn foliage, with sun glare peeking through.

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Emily GerkinGuerrant retweeted
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Jun 3
The Apple Developer Academy, a partnership between @Apple, MSU and the Gilbert Family Foundation, recently celebrated the graduation of its fifth cohort. go.msu.edu/2sk5

Apple Developer Academy’s fifth cohort of graduates prepare for careers in tech 

The Apple Developer Academy, in partnership with Michigan State University and the Gilbert Family Foundation, is the only academy of its kind in North America. The nine-month experience includes...

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Michigan's Rx Kids program gives cash to new moms, proving that investing in babies strengthens the local economy. detroitnews.com/story/opinio…

Michigan’s smartest economic investment? Babies. | Mona Hanna

Michigan's Rx Kids program gives cash to new moms, proving that investing in babies strengthens the local economy.

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Nolan Finley: Duggan's out, along with hope of uniting Michigan detroitnews.com/story/opinio… via @detroitnews This line resonated the most- not just for our state but for so many areas in society: Duggan represented the hope we could move beyond bickering and into finding solutions.

Nolan Finley: Duggan's out, along with hope of uniting Michigan

Mike Duggan's independent governor bid ended, leaving Michigan to face its ongoing partisan gridlock and economic struggles.

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Emily GerkinGuerrant retweeted
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May 20
How will the turfgrass in 16 @FIFAWorldCup stadiums across three distinct climate zones stay consistent? @CANRatMSU's Trey Rogers discusses how a team of @michiganstateu and @UTKnoxville researchers work to ensure the playing field feels the same -- no matter where the match is.
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Emily GerkinGuerrant retweeted
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May 11
.@MLive offered a glimpse into last week's #SpartanBusTour (via @ronfonger, @flintjournal) mlive.com/news/2026/05/msu-b…

MSU bus tour kicks off in Flint with spotlight on the birth of the UAW

Michigan State University President Kevin M. Guskiewicz kicked off a regional bus tour in Flint on Wednesday, May 6, and at one of his first stops, got a lesson on the city’s role in the birth of...

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MSU leaders tout Spartan Athletics success, Spartan Ventures' necessity at Detroit Economic Club detroitnews.com/story/sports… via @detroitnews

MSU leaders tout Spartan Ventures' necessity at Detroit Economic Club

Michigan State athletic director J Batt and president Kevin Guskiewicz spoke Friday in front of the Detroit Economic Club.

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So much Spartan love, pride and significant community and statewide impact. #goGreen 2/2
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#SpartanBusTour visiting Flint and Saginaw Bay Area—learning about ag bio efforts with local farmers, fishery and extension projects with sturgeon fish, community health partnerships, successful alums in the tourism industry, cultural & historical significance of this region. 1/2
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May 6
Proud to stand with fellow RU4M leaders in highlighting the vital role research universities play in Michigan’s economy and communities. From innovation to job creation, this work matters—and it’s worth investing in. crainsdetroit.com/opinion/co…

Opinion: Why Michigan’s research universities are your best investment

Michigan's top research universities are great engines for getting tax dollars back into Michigan from Washington.

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How wonderfully #PureMichigan—- Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn prioritizes Michigan made and grown products! Potatos, wheat, cheese, beer, cucumbers, apples, white fish — the list is impressive!
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Emily GerkinGuerrant retweeted
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May 1
More than 10,000 Spartans will graduate this weekend. Congratulations to the Class of 2026, and welcome to the best alumni family there is!
Graduates in green gowns toss caps near a statue under a blue sky. Text reads, \"CONGRATS & GO GREEN 10,000 GRADUATES\", with Spartan head logo above text. Graduation caps are tossed in the air. Some graduates wear black gowns as well.

ALT Graduates in green gowns toss caps near a statue under a blue sky. Text reads, \"CONGRATS & GO GREEN 10,000 GRADUATES\", with Spartan head logo above text. Graduation caps are tossed in the air. Some graduates wear black gowns as well.

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Happy Graduation Spartans!! Make your mark in the world! #spartanswill
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Emily GerkinGuerrant retweeted
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Apr 29
A love letter to the Spartan experience. 💌 Here’s to the lifelong memories, life-changing experiences and the people who made MSU feel like home. Congrats, Class of 2026!
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Apr 22
Inspired by the work of our faculty and researchers who are leading efforts to build a greener future! From climate solutions to sustainable innovation, Spartans are making a difference for communities here in Michigan and around the globe.
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Emily GerkinGuerrant retweeted
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Apr 16
Flooding along the Red Cedar River is expected to impact parts of MSU's campus through April 23. • Expect closures to some roads, parking lots, and river-adjacent walkways. • Follow posted detours and avoid flooded areas.
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Emily GerkinGuerrant retweeted
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Apr 16
MSU is helping provide the playing surfaces for the World Cup, in collaboration with @FIFAcom and @UTKnoxville. Researchers previously worked with FIFA on the 1994 World Cup, developing and delivering a novel system of portable turfgrass. This system is now the industry standard.
A soccer ball rests on the turf, adorned with flags and a 3D-printed Spartan helmet. Stadium seating rises in the background with a cloudy sky above. Text: MSU turfgrass provides playing surfaces for FIFA World Cup.

ALT A soccer ball rests on the turf, adorned with flags and a 3D-printed Spartan helmet. Stadium seating rises in the background with a cloudy sky above. Text: MSU turfgrass provides playing surfaces for FIFA World Cup.

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Emily GerkinGuerrant retweeted
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Apr 13
Three visionary leaders will address MSU's newest graduates at this year’s spring commencement ceremonies: • @GovWhitmer • Christopher Fernandez, founder and principal of Agentic Connect • Ann Austin, University Distinguished Professor in @MSUCollegeofEd and @AAAS fellow.
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NIKKI SMITH PERFECT 10!!!
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Happy 100 years of being the Spartans! #GoGreen
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Apr 2
In the spring of 1926, a new name — the Spartans — began appearing in print to describe @MSU_Athletics teams. It would soon take hold. Now, 100 years later, generations of Spartans have made the name stand for something bigger.
A collage shows old photos and text about Michigan State becoming the Spartans. A vintage baseball team photo sits above an article excerpt, while a 1970s panel with 'Spartans' is also featured. Text says, \"100 years ago, Michigan State became the Spartans.\"

ALT A collage shows old photos and text about Michigan State becoming the Spartans. A vintage baseball team photo sits above an article excerpt, while a 1970s panel with 'Spartans' is also featured. Text says, \"100 years ago, Michigan State became the Spartans.\"
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