Spring has sprung in East Lansing and the march to the end of the semester has begun. As your student prepares to depart East Lansing, it would be a good idea for them to begin downsizing their belongings and, if traveling home prior to moving out, bring items no longer needed for the remainder of the semester. It’s amazing how many additional items students accumulate over the course of the year. Read below for information about Pack Up. Pitch In. programming and how to donate items no longer needed.
Many of you have questions about funding impacts to institutions of higher education and what it means to Michigan State University. We encourage you to sign up for MSUToday Weekly Update email, which includes campus updates and messages from President Guskiewicz. This is the best way to stay apprised of campus information.
What other questions are we hearing from you? When’s Family Weekend?! (We’ll have a save-the-date in May’s newsletter!) When do students buy their season tickets?! (We’ll have that info from Athletics in May, but sign up for Athletics’ family listserv here!) Are you handing out stickers at graduation?! (YES! Come see us at Breslin on Friday, May 2, for the baccalaureate, master’s and educational specialist and doctoral ceremonies!)
We have so much to celebrate, and we appreciate all of you.
Take care,
Laurin
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Passover Dining Options
Kosher meals for Passover will be available from sundown Saturday, April 12, through the evening of Sunday, April 20. The meals will be served during lunch and dinner while quantities last. Learn more at eatatstate.com.
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Countdown to Closeout: April 21-25
Encourage your student to join the Office of Spartan Experiences for a fun-filled week of activities as we close out the calendar year. There will be lots of interactive activities! Learn more.
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Spartan Resilience Education: Reflect and Connect During Uncertain Times
Some of us in the Spartan community may find it challenging to maintain our bearings in the blizzard of change and uncertainty we are collectively experiencing. We invite you to join others as we explore together how to recognize when we are (temporarily) lost and discover ways to reconnect with ourselves, so we can move forward with wise, value-guided behavior.
Sessions are free and held via Zoom on several different days and times. Sessions are facilitated by Lisa Laughman, Coordinator of Spartan Resilience Education.
Register for Tuesday, April 15, 6-7:30 p.m.
Register for Wednesday, April 16, 3-4:30 p.m.
Register for Thursday, April 24, 8:30-10 a.m.
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April is Pride Month at MSU
While June is International Pride Month, the university celebrates Pride in the month of April in order to celebrate while a critical mass of students are still on campus. Pride Month starts with an annual kickoff that brings students, staff and faculty together to celebrate the LGBTQIA2S+ communities and our continued fight for justice. Pride Prom is in April as an opportunity for attendees to wear clothing that makes them feel their best and to attend with the person they want. Follow the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center for more info!
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Stay Safe and Informed: Download the SafeMSU App Today
Ensuring the safety of our campus community is a top priority. The SafeMSU app is a vital tool designed to provide real-time alerts and important safety resources. We encourage students to download the app and enable notifications to gain immediate access to emergency updates, safety tips and support services. Due to feedback received from a recent incident, the community may see an increase in communication from MSU DPPS.
Why Download the SafeMSU App?
• Real-Time Alerts: Receive instant notifications related to community bulletins, timely warnings and emergency notifications.
• Quick Access to Emergency Services: Easily contact MSU Police or 9-1-1 with just one tap.
• Safety Resources at Your Fingertips: Access important safety guidelines, campus maps, CATA bus schedules and reporting tools.
Next Steps
Download the SafeMSU app from the App Store or Google Play. Once installed, be sure to allow notifications and explore the app’s features to familiarize yourself with its capabilities.
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Spartan Cards Provide Suicide Prevention Resources
A simple yet powerful student-led initiative is ensuring that suicide prevention resources are always accessible by adding them to Michigan State University Spartan Cards. This change underscores the impact of student advocacy and the commitment to prioritizing mental health on campus. Those who are interested in a Spartan Card that contains this new information can visit the ID Office to request a reprint with no replacement fee for a limited time.
Read more about how University Health and Wellbeing, the Department of Police and Public Safety, and MSU IT came together to make this happen: uhw.msu.edu/News/spartancard.
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MSU IT Service Desk makes getting technology help simple
The MSU IT Service Desk offers technology help from 7 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week, except on university holidays. The Service Desk is available by phone at 517-433-6200, toll free at 844-678-6200 and online at ithelp.msu.edu. The website provides quick links to common issues like resetting passwords, network access and systems checks. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our helpful IT Service Desk staff to get help anytime you need support!
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Residence Hall Move-Out Information
Residence halls close Friday, May 2, at 8 p.m. All students must vacate their rooms by this time. Students can check out at the primary Service Center for their neighborhood. If your student requires accommodation for Friday, May 2, and/or Saturday, May 3, they can reserve a Late Stay through their My Housing account in April. Please note, there will be a one-night charge for the Saturday to Sunday stay only. Saturday and Sunday check out is at noon. More information can be found at liveon.msu.edu/move_out .
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Pack up. Pitch In.
Pack Up. Pitch In. is our campus-wide effort to reduce waste during move-in and move-out periods. In their neighborhoods, students can donate nonperishable food, household items, electronics, clothing, shoes, and large items like futons and bikes. Clear bags for clothing donations and rubber bands for rolled carpets will be provided at the primary Service Centers. Our recycling stations accept paper, boxboard, plastics #1 and #2, metal cans, glass and cardboard. More Information is available at liveon.msu.edu/PUPI.
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Summer Housing
Is your student looking to live on campus this summer? Rather Hall will house students for summer sessions one and/or two. Applications for summer housing at MSU open April 1 in your student’s My Housing account. Students must be enrolled in classes for the sessions they are living on campus this summer. Learn more: liveon.msu.edu/summer-housing.
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MSU Student Veteran Resource Center Renaming to Center for Veterans and Military-Affiliated Students
MSU's Student Veterans Resource Center is entering a new chapter, rebranding as the Center for Veterans and Military-Affiliated Students (CVMAS) to better reflect its growing mission of support for service members, veterans and military-connected students.
The name change, effective this month, comes with a renewed commitment to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for military-affiliated Spartans, not just veterans. CVMAS remains dedicated to recognizing and honoring students’ military backgrounds while guiding them through their academic journeys.
This transition also aligns with the Month of the Military Child, which celebrates the contributions and sacrifices of military families. The center is planning several events for students throughout the month of April.
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Financial Aid
Financial aid award packages for 2025-26 are now available for eligible students in the MSU student financial aid portal. If students haven't yet filled out the 2025-26 FAFSA, they can do so now at fafsa.gov. Even if they haven't qualified for financial aid in the past, it is always recommended they complete this simple application to be considered for a number of federal, state and MSU scholarship opportunities.
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Office of the University Ombudsperson
MSU is home to the longest continuously operating ombuds office at any college or university in the U.S. Abiding by the International Ombuds Association’s Standards of Practice (confidentiality, neutrality, independence and informality), the Office of the University Ombudsperson assists students in addressing conflicts they may have with representatives of the university, understanding their rights, and navigating the university policies and procedures. For more information, please view the video found here: ombud.msu.edu/about-office-video.
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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., April 30 for a chance to win two coupons to enjoy a single scoop on us!
Congrats to Elizabeth K., our March winner!
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Undergraduate Action Items
On a monthly basis, Undergraduate Education and Student Life & Engagement share an Action Item email to all undergraduate students. You can find this messaging here.
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Upcoming Events and Important Dates
April
April 1: Spring semester payment due
April 7-11: Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week
April 10: College Nights at Wharton Center, "Chicago"
April 12: Passover
April 19: Summer semester billing available
April 21-25: Countdown to Closeout
April 27: Spring semester classes end
April 28-May 2: Spring final exams
May
May 1: Admitted student deposit and refund deadline
May 2: Spring semester dining plan ends at 2 p.m.
May 2: Move out of spring semester residence hall by 8 p.m. (or request late-stay)
May 2: New Student Orientation Checkpoint 2 (D2L experience) begins
May 2-4: Spring 2023 commencement programs
May 5: Family Weekend 2025 save-the-date released
May 9: Initial minimum tuition and fee payment due for summer 2025
May 9: Incoming student housing application fee, advanced payment and housing contract completion due
May 12: Summer courses for session one and full summer session begin
May 14: Last day to add courses for Summer Session I
May 16: Last day to add courses for full-term Summer Session
May 26: Memorial Day holiday, university closed
June
June 6: Second summer semester payment plan installment due
June 6: New Student Orientation D2L course completion deadline
June 19: Juneteenth (university open, no classes)
June 27: First summer session classes end
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