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MSU Administration Cracks Down On Tailgating and Profanity

Posted by Erica Treais on October 9, 2009

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MSU Alumni from the 1990s and earlier find a much different gameday atmosphere at their alma mater now than they did during their heydays.

In recent years, the Powers That Be at Michigan State have cracked down on alcohol-related activities at tailgates on football Saturdays.

Perhaps the most famous (or infamous) of all MSU tailgating locales, Munn Field, is now a tranquil, less chaotic shell of its former self.

Here are some tailgating tips from the university.

In addition to stricter tailgating codes, MSU revamped its Welcome Week in an effort to reduce alcohol-related crimes among minors. The traditional five-day model was scrapped in favor of a two-day one, drastically limiting the time for early partying.

MSU Fans Tailgating at the Tennis Courts

MSU Fans Tailgating at the Tennis Courts

Here is an interactive map featuring some of MSU’s most prominent tailgating locations.

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