EAST LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - The Michigan State University Board of Trustees is holding its regularly scheduled meeting Friday at 9 a.m., with several key items on the agenda focused on research, innovation, and campus development.

Among the topics up for discussion is an authorization plan to create a new Engineering and Digital Innovation Center , which would support teaching, learning, and laboratory research while preparing MSU students for future careers in technology and engineering.

Trustees will also consider an authorization plan for the Spartan Gateway Development , an athletic and recreation district aimed at establishing a year-round destination that attracts visitors and alumni.

The project seeks to enhance the university’s reputation while creating new commercial oppor

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