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East Lansing, Michigan

Located in Ingham County, Michigan, East Lansing was established in 1907. Michigan State University — one of the nation's largest universities. A 2023 mass shooting killed 3 students on campus.
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Founded 1907 | Population 48,000 | Peak 48,000 (2024) | County Ingham County

Top 10 Most Important Events for East Lansing, Michigan

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1855Michigan State: Michigan State University.
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1907Founded: East Lansing was founded by colonial settlers in Ingham County.
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2023MSU Shooting: Mass shooting on campus.
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2023Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define East Lansing's character and economy.
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2023Natural Disaster: East Lansing was impacted by a significant tornado.
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Did You Know?

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Michigan State University — one of the nation's largest universities.
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A 2023 mass shooting killed 3 students on campus.
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Adjacent to Lansing, the state capital.
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East Lansing is located in Ingham County, Michigan.
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East Lansing was founded in 1907.
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