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Recent Alerts

  • Alert issued at 09/18/2026 04:39:48 PM EDT.
  • Alert issued at 09/16/2026 10:00:15 AM EDT.
  • Alert issued at 09/15/2026 10:57:43 AM EDT.
  • Alert issued at 07/03/2026 05:38:15 PM EDT.
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Alert issued at 09/18/2026 04:39:48 PM EDT.

MSU Timely Warning MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY - POLICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY TIMELY WARNING Occurring the East Lansing campus Reported by Michigan State University Police The following message contains information that may cause distress to some individuals. Date Reported: September 17, 2026 Date Occurred: September 16, 2026 through September 17, 2026 Location: Armstrong Hall and Bailey Hall Description of Incident: On September 17, 2026 at , Michigan State University Police received a report of Series of Motor Vehicle Thefts that occurred at the East Lansing campus - Armstrong Hall and Bailey Hall. A pattern has developed regarding the theft of electric scooters. This Timely Warning is being sent as electric scooters are considered motor vehicles for purposes of The Clery Act. Suspect Information: Unknown Vehicle Information: Unknown Safety Tips: Motor Vehicle Thefts - We encourage community members to reduce their chances of being a victim of motor vehicle theft by: securing doors and windows, parking in well-lit areas, consider placing u-lock through rear tire of moped, keep valuables out of sight.
September 18th, 2026 04:39:48 PM EDT

Alert issued at 09/16/2026 10:00:15 AM EDT.

TEST of the MSU Alert System This message is a TEST of the MSU Alert System. There is NO EMERGENCY. Please visit alert.msu.edu for more information. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance safety on campus, the Michigan State University Department of Police and Public Safety is committed to testing our various mass notification methods to demonstrate how you can receive information during a threat or emergency. These messages ask people to take specific actions for their own safety and provide critical information. THIS MESSAGE IS ONLY A TEST. As a current student, faculty or staff member of Michigan State University, you are automatically added as a recipient of the MSU Alert mass notification system. Students, we ask that you take a moment to update your contact information in the Student Information System (SIS). Employees, please update your contact information in the MSU EBS Portal. More information on how to do so can be found here Once your contact information is updated, please log in to the MSU Alert portal to customize your notification preferences. Watch this video to learn more. In addition, you can select additional MSU locations you prefer to receive information about (Grand Rapids or Flint). You may select more than one location. Those interested in receiving alerts from an additional city, county or state emergency notification system may visit the MSU Alert website for more information on how to register. Once you are no longer an active student, faculty or staff member, you will be removed from the MSU Alert system. You may still receive MSU Alerts by downloading the SafeMSU App or by texting MSUALERT to 888777. Message and data rates may apply. MSU DPPS is committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming community for all. If you have questions or need support regarding the MSU Alert system, please submit a request for help by completing this form located at alert.msu.edu. All members of the MSU community are encouraged to report to MSU DPPS any situation or incident on campus that involves a significant emergency or dangerous situation that may pose an immediate or ongoing threat to the health or safety of students and/or employees on campus. MSU DPPS can be contacted anytime by calling 517-355-2221 or calling/texting 9-1-1 for emergencies. For information on the institution’s emergency response and evacuation procedures, click here.
September 16th, 2026 10:00:15 AM EDT

Alert issued at 09/15/2026 10:57:43 AM EDT.

MSU Timely Warning MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY - POLICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY TIMELY WARNING Occurring the East Lansing campus Reported by Michigan State University Police The following message contains information that may cause distress to some individuals. Date Reported: September 6, 2026, through September 14, 2026 Date Occurred: September 6, 2026, through September 14, 2026 Location: Brody Hall, Armstrong Hall, Emmons Hall, Bailey Hall, Rather Hall and 1855 Place Description of Incident: On September 6, 2026, through September 14, 2026 at , Michigan State University Police received a report of Series of Motor Vehicle Thefts that occurred at the East Lansing campus - Brody Hall, Armstrong Hall, Emmons Hall, Bailey Hall, Rather Hall and 1855 Place. A pattern has developed regarding the theft of Electric Scooters. This Timely Warning is being sent as Electric Scooters are considered motor vehicles for purposes of The Clery Act. Suspect Information: Unknown Vehicle Information: Unknown Safety Tips: Motor Vehicle Thefts - We encourage community members to reduce their chances of being a victim of motor vehicle theft by: securing doors and windows, parking in well-lit areas, consi....
September 15th, 2026 10:57:43 AM EDT

Alert issued at 07/03/2026 05:38:15 PM EDT.

EMERGENCY! EAST LANSING TORNADO WARNING! Michigan State University- East Lansing: The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning in this area until 1815. Take shelter now in a basement or interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. If you are outdoors or in a vehicle, move to the closest shelter location. Monitor alert.msu.edu for information.
July 3rd, 2026 05:38:15 PM EDT

MSU Alert

TEST for Video Display Integration THIS IS A TEST. This is a test of the integration of the video display system with the MSU Mass Notification system. THIS IS ONLY A TEST
June 25th, 2026 12:54:55 PM EDT

MSU Alert

TEST of the MSU Alert System This message is a TEST of the MSU Alert System. There is NO EMERGENCY. Please visit alert.msu.edu for more information.
May 20th, 2026 10:00:25 AM EDT

MSU Alert

FINAL UPDATE! - EAST LANSING! Seek Shelter MSU East Lansing: Seek Shelter: The EXTREME WINDS threat has ended. The seek shelter has been lifted. As you resume activities, AVOID downed trees and anything that may be touching downed power lines. USE CAUTION when driving due to debris and flooding.
May 18th, 2026 04:39:50 PM EDT

Alert issued at 05/18/2026 04:07:35 PM EDT.

UPDATE! - EAST LANSING! Seek Shelter MSU East Lansing: Seek Shelter: The Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been extended to 4:45 pm. Please continue to shelter in a sturdy building, away from windows.
May 18th, 2026 04:07:35 PM EDT

MSU Alert

Update - Wells Hall Wells Hall is CLOSED for the remainder of this week, through May 1. Additional information was received early this morning suggesting further evaluation of the building is needed. There continues to be no known threat to the campus community. Students who still have finals scheduled in the building will be notified by the Registrar’s Office of an alternate exam location. Supportive resources are available through CAPS and EAP. https://uhw.msu.edu/health-and-wellbeing-services/mental-health-and-trauma-support/caps https://uhw.msu.edu/health-and-wellbeing-services/mental-health-and-trauma-support/eap Accommodations are expected to be honored even with the last minute change.
April 28th, 2026 09:49:27 AM EDT

Alert issued at 02/10/2026 10:53:20 AM EST.

ERROR - EAST LANSING! MSU East Lansing: The recent Active Violence Incident message was sent in error. Please disregard that alert. We regret any undue stress or inconvenience caused, and steps are being taken to prevent such errors from occurring in the future. Visit alert.msu.edu to learn more about emergency notifications and timely warnings.
February 10th, 2026 10:53:20 AM EST
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