Bugged Spring 2025
DOWNLOADApril 24, 2025
Spring Highlights from MSU Entomology
Recognition
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Faculty earned top awards at the North Central ESA meeting.
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Dr. Joseph Noling was honored as our Distinguished Alumnus.
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Grad student Peter Fowler won a national award for bee research.
New Research From MSU Entomology
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A long-term study found big declines in beetle populations from farming practices.
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MSU is leading the way in honey bee medicine training.
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Research on pollinators and corn pests is getting national attention.
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Bt corn overuse is leading to pest resistance, according to a study co-authored Dr. Christina DiFonzo.
New Faces
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Dr. Anders Huseth joins as our AgInformatics expert, tackling climate and pest challenges.
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We also welcomed new faculty, researchers, and staff from around the world.
Graduation Shoutout
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5 grad students, 4 undergrads and 1 Ph.D. student are graduating this spring!
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3 more grad students will finish in summer.