At Michigan State University, time-honored traditions combined with brand-new experiences shape the Spartan journey. #1Climb to the top of Beaumont Tower every first Wednesday of the month — and at graduation (join President Guskiewicz!) Photo by Derrick L. Turner#7Bike the River Trail#8Save your wristbands from every football gameSpartan fans on their way to the first game of the 2025 football season stop for a picture with Sparty. Photo by Nick Schrader#9Kayak down the Red Cedar River#10Take a selfie with both SpartysDuring graduation season, the nearly 10-foot-tall bronze statue of The Spartan is the perfect backdrop for graduation photos. Or, grab a picture with Sparty, MSU's mascot.