Three College of Arts and Letters students are part of Michigan State University’s Homecoming Court, which is considered one of the highest honors for MSU seniors. This week, Oct. 5-10, the MSU community will celebrate Homecoming week.
Each year, 10-12 MSU students are selected to be part of the Homecoming Court based on their qualities of leadership, spirit, integrity, and achievement through their contributions and involvement at MSU.
The 2026-27 Homecoming Court includes scholars, advocates, researchers, mentors, and changemakers whose impact reaches across campus and beyond. The three College of Arts and Letters students who have been chosen to be part of the 2026-27 Homecoming Court are:
The Homecoming Court is more than a title — it’s an opportunity to serve as a Spartan ambassador and showcase the excellence of MSU students. As Spartan ambassadors, they represent MSU throughout the academic year at university, alumni, and community events, exemplifying the values of leadership, excellence, service, and connection.
Homecoming Court members also are honored at several events throughout the year, including a reception with MSU President Kevin M. Guskiewicz, celebrating their remarkable achievements and selection to this prestigious group.
Anastasia Breen
Anastasia Breen is majoring in Theatre in the College of Arts and Letters and International Relations in James Madison College and is minoring in Musical Theatre and Science, Technology, Environment and Public Policy. She also is an Honors College student.
From Bay City, Michigan, Breen’s experience at MSU has been defined by her ability to bridge the arts and global advocacy. From theatre rehearsals to policy discussions, she has embraced an interdisciplinary path that allows her to tell stories both on stage and through her academic work. Her involvement in research, on-campus employment, and education abroad has further enriched her perspective and strengthened her commitment to creating meaningful impact.
One of her favorite places on campus is the Auditorium Building, which reflects this blend of artistry and community. Whether studying, rehearsing or connecting with peers, it is a space where creativity and collaboration come to life.
Looking ahead, Breen plans to pursue a multifaceted career that combines her interests in professional theatre, arts education, and international human rights law. She hopes to travel the world telling impactful stories — whether through performance or by advocating for justice on a global scale.
Breen is especially passionate about women in leadership, interdisciplinary learning and empowering students to embrace all of their interests. As a Homecoming Court representative, she hopes to inspire others to pursue their passions fully and fearlessly, while using their voices to advocate for meaningful change.
Roberto Marcos Garcia
Roberto Marcos Garcia is majoring in English and Creative Writing in the College of Arts and Letters and Sociology in the College of Social Science and is minoring in Environmental Social Science. He also is an Honors College student.
From Lansing, Michigan, Garcia’s MSU experience reflects the power of exploration and opportunity. Through programs like the Social Science Scholars Program and the Citizen Scholars Program, he has embraced an interdisciplinary approach to learning that blends creativity with social insight. His involvement in initiatives such as Campus Compact and the Newman Fellowship has further deepened his commitment to community engagement and meaningful impact.
One of his favorite places on campus is the Social Science Scholars room in Berkey Hall, which represents both an academic home and a space where ideas, collaboration, and belonging come together.
Looking ahead, Garcia aspires to write and publish a creative fiction novel, using storytelling as a way to explore identity, community, and the human experience. He is especially passionate about uplifting first-generation and minority students, as well as encouraging engagement in education abroad and community-based learning opportunities.
As a Homecoming Court representative, Garcia is excited to give back to the university that has offered him so many opportunities, while inspiring others to pursue their own paths with confidence and purpose. He hopes to encourage the next generation of Spartans to step into leadership and embrace the possibilities around them.
Taylor Regester
Taylor Regester is majoring in Arabic in the College of Arts and Letters and International Relations in James Madison College and is minoring in Business and Muslim Studies.
From West Bloomfield, Michigan, with Palestinian and Irish roots, Regester has explored culture, language, and global perspectives through her academic programs and campus involvement. The faculty and peers she has worked alongside have not only shaped her academic and personal growth but allowed her to engage with complex global issues. She also has gained valuable professional experience as a Resident Assistant and through internships and campus leadership.
Her favorite places on campus represent her love for both reflection and connection — from reading in the Beal Botanical Gardens during the warmer months to studying in the MSU Union with a coffee from Strange Matter in the winter. These spaces represent the balance she has found between personal growth and academic ambition.
Looking ahead, Regester hopes to pursue a career in diplomacy, with plans to take the Foreign Service Officer Test and work toward becoming a United States diplomat. She also aspires to become a Fulbright Scholar in the West Bank, where she can continue developing her Arabic language skills while engaging more deeply with a region that is central to her family’s story. Through her work, she hopes to foster cross-cultural understanding and contribute to meaningful global change.
Regester is especially passionate about mental health awareness, cultural identity and belonging, advocacy, and empowering students to embrace their unique journeys. As a Homecoming Court representative, she hopes to create a space where students feel confident in who they are and encouraged to pursue opportunities that challenge and inspire them.
Adapted from articles by Anna Ludlow
