With the rich history of prestige at MSU, it has been a norm for members of the same family to attend and create a legacy. That's no exception for Tower Guard, MSU's oldest campus-based student organization.
Rachel joined the Tower Guard Organization in 1950 and remarked, “The very best part of Tower Guard was that I met Bill McCready.” She spent the next 61 years reading to him.
Hundreds of energized runners braved a chilly Saturday morning to compete in the 15th annual Shamrock 5k “Run-Walk-Roll”. No matter the style of finishing, excited supporters greeted the contenders with cheer.
After the surprise of May Morning Sing, new Tower Guard inductees are receiving hands-on training so that they are prepared for the exciting year of service to come!
Tower Guard's thirteenth annual Shamrock 5k race was an overwhelming success, even in the snow! This great tradition raises money for RCPD and spreads awareness of both groups' missions to students around campus!
MSU sophomore Joey Etienne and his grandmother, Audrey, share the inspiration and fulfillment they receive from being members of Tower Guard over 50 years ago and today.
The sun was yet to rise and most of campus was fast asleep, but at 6:30 a.m. on Friday, April 20, MSU's Beaumont Tower was buzzing with activity as the 2012-2013 Tower Guard class was inducted in traditional fashion at the 78th May Morning Sing.
MSU's Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities is celebrating 40 years of maximizing ability and opportunity throughout homecoming week by honoring successful alumni and partnering with Tower Guard for a homecoming float.
The MSU Tower Guard assists students with visual and print-related disabilities. The dedication of its members earned it the Outstanding Volunteer Organization Award at the RCPD's 2010 Awards and Appreciation Reception.
Unlike many MSU students, those with print-related disabilities, including blindness, learning disabilities, and motoric challenges, begin the text book shopping process with a trip to the bookstore- but this is just the first step.
The start of classes brings challenges for Amanda Gretka and other students with print-related disabilities including blindness, learning disabilities and motoric challenges that many would not imagine.
For many students, making a difference in their community is a cornerstone of the college experience. Elaine Brantley, has taken this idea to the next level, dedicating her time to a cause that helps hundreds of thousands of people around the world.