We don’t know about you, but we cannot believe it’s already August, and the students will be here in just a few weeks. It has been a great summer, but we are ready to welcome you all to East Lansing! Team members across campus have been working hard to plan a great Fall Welcome Presented by MSUFCU for students. We hope your Spartan checks out the events and plans to participate in all Fall Welcome has to offer, including creating an individualized schedule!
New Spartans are likely feeling a mix of excitement and some anxiety about meeting new people, and Fall Welcome is a great opportunity to meet other students! We encourage students to embrace the discomfort by introducing themselves to their fellow Spartans. We want them to explore campus and participate in opportunities to meet others, which means they may need to employ friend-making skills they haven't for a long time. One way to do so is to go to class and eat in the dining halls (rather than get Grab & Go or combos) — get out of that room or apartment for a while! It may seem others already have friends while they are struggling, so encourage them to keep trying and remind them it may take time to find their group!
Speaking of meeting new Spartans, you may also be looking to connect with other Spartan supporters. Come hang out with us Tuesday or Wednesday, Aug. 20 or 21 (or both!), and celebrate or commiserate your student’s big move. We will be at the Kellogg Center, from 6-8 p.m., both days offering light snacks and nonalcoholic beverages, and a cash bar for those interested in having an adult beverage. We would love to meet you and will be sure to have this year’s sticker to pass out! (You don’t have to register to attend, but if you know you’re coming, we’d love to get a count.)
There a great deal of information to share in August, so be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom for important updates! We can’t wait to see you all very soon!
Take care,
Laurin
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Preorder Your Spartan Family Care Kit!
As your students are packing their bags to set off to East Lansing for an amazing year, we know you are likely feeling a lot of emotions! Last month, we mentioned we had a special care kit in the works to deliver a little East Lansing comfort to your door and help make sure your Spartan is never far from your heart. We are excited to share the exclusive Spartan Family Care Kit is now available for preorder! Proceeds from the $75 purchase go to fund family programming and events.
Our one-of-a-kind kit includes:
A 20 oz. Sparty and the Squirrels tumbler featuring a slide-lock lid, double-wall insulation and an original Sparty engraved design, a Spartan Tartan plush blanket showcasing the registered Spartan Tartan on one side and our Helmet on the other, a squirrel stress reliever, a picture frame adorned with the MSU logo and a 6-pack of custom designed MSU postcards to send your Spartan some encouragement and love.
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2024 Family Weekend and Ticket Link
Family Weekend Presented by MSUFCU is Nov. 1-3, and we are excited to share details on what will be included for the weekend’s events soon! We are working hard on this year’s schedule and array of partner events that are only available Family Weekend, including MSU Memorial Chapel tours, tours of Beaumont Tour, experiences in the MSU Main Library, and the pregame tailgate (with full menu!). Thanks to a generous sponsorship from MSUFCU, the Sunday breakfast with administrators is included in this year’s registration fee. Registration for Family Weekend Presented by MSUFCU opens Monday, Aug. 12 and will remain open until Friday, Oct.18.
Many of you already know you would like to attend the MSU vs. Indiana football game Saturday, Nov. 2. Please note, tickets to the football game are not included in Family Weekend registration. They must be purchased separately!
Tickets to the football game can be purchased through MSU Athletic Ticket Office or online through FEVO. This is a special Family Weekend block of seats that has a slightly reduced price per ticket, and all tickets are in the same seating areas so you can cheer with other Spartan families! If your student has season tickets in the student section and you want them to sit with you, you will need to purchase a ticket in the family section for them. Their student section ticket is not transferrable to this block seating area, and family section tickets cannot be used in the student section.
For additional seating and pricing options not affiliated with Family Weekend, click here.
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On-Campus Move-In
International students move in Aug. 17 and 18, followed by the International Student Welcome event from Aug. 19 to 21. Incoming students will move in Aug. 20 and 21, with New Student Orientation and Fall Welcome activities beginning the evening of Aug. 21. Returning students are scheduled to move in Aug. 21 and 22.
If your student is moving in Aug. 19-22, please make sure they have selected their move-in time in their My Housing account. With thousands of Spartans moving in, it is important to adhere to your Spartan’s selected arrival window.
For all things MSU move-in, including this year’s move-in guide, visit liveon.msu.edu/move-in.
We are excited to welcome your Spartan to campus! Please take increased traffic and construction projects into consideration when planning your trip. With construction on US-127 and Hagadorn Road, several routes near campus will be closed. We’ll be adding neighborhood-specific information to our website and MSU app as we get closer to move-in.
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Move-In Texting: New for 2024!
Get the latest updates on move-in traffic, parking and helpful tips delivered straight to your phone during move-in week! Sign up now by texting MOVEIN2024 to 888777 and stay informed for a smooth move-in experience. Message and data rates may apply.
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Student ID Cards
The MSU ID Office is here to help students get their Spartan Card as easily as possible when they arrive on campus. To pick up a Spartan Card, provide a student ID number and a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID or passport.
Students who uploaded a photo by Aug. 11 will have their Spartan Card preprinted and ready for pick up when they arrive to campus.
Early arrivals before Aug.19 (before Fall Welcome): Pick up your Spartan Card at the ID Office in the International Center anytime during normal business hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
During Fall Welcome (Aug. 19-22): Preprinted Spartan Cards must be picked up at a temporary second location at the STEM Building, 642 Red Cedar Road, Monday and Thursday, 8 a.m.-6:30pm, and Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Students who did not submit a photo online by Aug. 11 can visit the ID Office when they arrive to campus to have their photo taken and their ID Card printed while they wait. For more information visit the ID Office website at idoffice.msu.edu.
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Shop the MSU Tech Store for Deals on Apple and Dell Hardware
Classes are right around the corner, so take advantage of the great back-to-school promotions the MSU Tech Store has on select Apple and Dell computers. For more details, visit the store on the first floor of the Computer Center, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Or shop online at techstore.msu.edu.
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MSU IT Service Desk
Need help fast? You can chat with a Service Desk Analyst from ithelp.msu.edu. If a student forgets their MSU login password, resetting it is easy. Just click the “reset password” button on ithelp.msu.edu. And bookmark our website for future help with other tech-related questions or requesting IT assistance!
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Important IT Resources
Check out this webpage for IT information specifically for new Spartans, like how to connect to MSU Wi-Fi. There are also links to the Fall 2024 Educational Technologies Student Workshops to learn about using generative AI at MSU, D2L Brightspace (MSU’s primary platform for digital learning), and other technology used in the classroom like Microsoft Office, Google Apps, Kultura MediaSpace and more.
Learn more about the Microsoft 365 software available to all students. SpartansLearn.msu.edu provides on-demand courses and no-cost, live virtual training opportunities.
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Dining Hours for Fall 2024
Early arrival move-in: Dining halls and retail locations will have limited hours from Friday, Aug. 16-Sunday, Aug. 18 .
Move-In/Fall Welcome: All dining locations will be open with some modified hours effective from Monday, Aug. 19-Friday, Aug. 23.
Fall semester: Fall semester dining hours begin Saturday, Aug. 24.
Learn more.
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Bike Registration on Campus
MSU Parking Services has partnered with Bike Index, the most widely used bicycle registration service in the world. By using the bike’s serial number, manufacturer and component information, the bike is registered with a free permit that does not expire. Bike Index allows users to add photos of their bike to their account, update the bike registered to their permit, or transfer permit/bike ownership to another individual. Users can also report their bike as missing or stolen in the Bike Index system. All bicycle users should register or reregister their bicycle using this link. Permits will be available for pickup from the Visitor Center on Trowbridge Road after three business days. Click here for more information, including where to find serial numbers and university ordinances.
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Have You Read This Far?
Let's celebrate with another MSU Dairy Store single scoop coupon giveaway! Enter here by 11:59 p.m., Aug. 31 for a chance to win two coupons to enjoy a single scoop on us!
Congrats to Nick N., our July winner!
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Financial Aid
MSU financial aid packages are now available! Visit your financial aid portal at student.msu.edu and take action on any items that require attention. Financial aid packages are not complete until you finalize any outstanding items. It’s important to make sure you’re looking at the AUG 2024-MAY 2025 tab to take action for the upcoming aid year.
You may have already completed these tasks. If actions on your financial aid portal home page are listed as “Completed” or “Not Required,” no further action is needed. Even if you think you’ve done everything necessary, it’s a good practice to check your portal regularly for any important messages regarding your aid. As always, contact the Office of Financial Aid with any questions about your financial aid package.
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University Health and Wellbeing
Whether your Spartan is returning to campus or leaving home for the first time, it’s natural to feel a mix of emotions! Encourage your students to check out some of the resources available to support them in this exciting transition:
CAPS Connect: Free, brief, confidential conversation with a Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) counselor.
TogetherAll: Free, online, peer support program that provides self-assessments, courses and a safe place to connect and share what’s on your mind.
Yoga in the Garden: Make new connections and get active! Meet under the ginkgo tree at Beal Botanical Gardens at 12:15 p.m., Aug. 13, and Sept. 3, 10, 17 and 24.
Together, we can build a healthier, happier and more connected community where every Spartan can achieve their full potential.
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Encourage Your Student to Work for MSU Concessions
Is your student looking to be a part of the Spartan game day excitement without the need for a ticket? MSU Concessions is currently hiring Concessions Events Bartenders for the upcoming fall 2024 season. This is a fantastic opportunity for your student to engage with the vibrant Spartan community (as early as Friday, Aug. 30), gain valuable work experience and enjoy the thrill of game day from a unique perspective. Encourage your student to apply now so they can work the first game! And don't forget to send them to campus with their I-9 documents.
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Resource for students coming to campus without traditional family support
If you have a student or know of a student attending MSU this fall who has had experience with foster care, homelessness, adoption, guardianship, kinship care or are independent, there is support for them! FAME is a resource/support program that is available for students who have had these mentioned experiences. FAME offers coaching and mentoring services, monthly events to support and build community as well as connection to various resources on campus (for example: housing, financial aid, counseling services, tutoring, etc.). To learn more, please visit the FAME website. If you would like to connect with someone in the FAME Program, please email fame@msu.edu.
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SFC Webinar: Making Space for Your Adult Child’s Choices
Join Spartan Family Connections Wednesday, Sept. 18, from 7-8:30 p.m., for a family webinar!
This discussion in support of healthy relationships with our adult children will include:
- Reenvisioning our relationships from parent/child to adult parent/adult child
- Identifying core values for this next chapter of parenting
- Responding to their choices with curiosity before judgement
- Making space for vulnerability, uncertainty and letting go of control
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Increasing our own thinking and behavioral responses that get in the way of support and connection
- Expressing concern without taking control
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State News
Interested in staying updated on what’s happening in East Lansing through student perspectives? The State News is your link to student-driven and student-written content. There is a mail-home edition coming to in-boxes, but you can also take a look here – today and in the future!
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Undergraduate Action Items
On a monthly basis, Vice Provost & Dean of Undergraduate Education Dr. Mark Largent and Senior Vice President for Student Life & Engagement Vennie Gore send an Action Item email to all undergraduate students. You can find this messaging here.
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Upcoming Events and Important Dates
August
Aug. 6: Fall semester billing available in SIS
Aug. 12: Family Weekend registration opens
Aug. 15: Summer session two ends
Aug. 17-19: International student move-in
Aug. 19: Transitional housing student move-in
Aug. 20-21: New student move-in
Aug. 20-21: Family Meet-Up
Aug. 21-23: In-person new student orientation
Aug. 21-22: Returning student move-in
Aug. 21-Sept 9: Fall Welcome
Aug. 23: Tuition payment due
Aug. 26: First day of fall semester courses
Aug. 30: Last day to add a course to fall semester
September
Sept. 2: University holiday (residence and dining halls open)
Sept. 18: SFC Webinar: Making Space for Your Adult Child's Choices
Sept. 19: Last day to drop a fall semester full session course
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