State of Art Winterguard is a student-run, student-funded organization affiliated with Michigan State University's Spartan Marching Band Color Guard. Formed in 2007 by Peter Eichler and Orlando Suttles, the group grew from 'MSU Expressions.' MSU Expression was the first winterguard at the university. Founded in 1994, they competed in the Michigan Color Guard Circuit Collegiate class.
State of Art has built a name associated with creativity and excellence, including a national title (2009), 7 State titles (2007-2011, 2016, 2018) and top 15 national finishes 2008-2013.