Here we are, at the end of another school year. It seems just yesterday we were welcoming students to campus and opening our arms to you, sharing tissues (for happy or sad tears, or those Michigan allergies!), pens, and STICKERS! We have learned and experienced so much with you and your students over this past year. One thing we learned is that you love squirrels almost as much as we do! Looking for your 2024-25 squirrel calendar to plan around next year’s academic dates? Prepurchase them here and watch your mail in late June for that special delivery!
As we head into summer, we hope you take time to care for yourselves and others. We will be taking some time to rest and rejuvenate, then plan for the 2024-25 year, which will be here before we know it. Looking for something specific? Email me your thoughts at family@msu.edu, and we’ll see what we can do! Until then, enjoy time with your Spartan and keep up with us on Facebook and in these monthly newsletters.
Take care,
Laurin
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Welcome Incoming Families
We have many incoming families who have joined this email list since our last edition. Welcome to the Spartan family! Spartan Family Connections works to connect you, the families of Spartan students, to resources, support and information to help your student succeed at MSU with the goal of participating in commencement activities and becoming a Spartan alum. Our website has direct-linked resources so you don’t have to search for them and previous communications through newsletters and webinars. We also have a private Facebook group that helps with in-the-moment topics and support from experienced Spartan families and a Facebook page with regularly posted tips and resources. We are only a phone call, email, or chat away for more personalized assistance! This is a big institution, and you can consider us your guide along your student’s educational journey. We’re all in this for the same reason (student success!), so let us support you as you support your student!
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Incoming Student On-Campus Housing Assignments
MSU Live On is excited to welcome incoming students to on-campus housing this fall. Incoming students won't choose their specific space; instead, they'll select preferences and be assigned by the Housing Assignments Office. Ensure your student signs their Housing Contract in their My Housing account after they complete their Advanced Enrollment Deposit and set up their MSU NetID. If they are under 18, the contract must be co-signed by a parent/guardian. Housing contracts are due no later than June 12.
The housing preference process will be open May 15 through June 12. Preferences include preferred bathroom type, dining plan selection, roommate requests and more.
Incoming transfer students are waived from the live-on requirement, but they are welcome to request on-campus housing in their My Housing account; most offers will be for a double room.
Learn more here.
Incoming Student Housing Webinar
Incoming students and their families are invited to our Housing Assignment Webinar Tuesday, May 7, at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Register here.
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Buy Ahead Dining for Students Living Off Campus
You have likely felt the impact of the cost of goods and services in your lives, in the grocery store, big box stores, and any labor needed for projects or repairs. Increasing the housing and dining rates is a result of the same impact on the university. Students staying in the residence halls for their required second year have rates held as a part of that requirement, but those with students moving or currently living off campus may want to take advantage of current dining rates. By purchasing off-campus meal plans before Aug. 2, you can take advantage of this year’s rates before the academic year increase. Meal plans can be purchased through unlimited plans of Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Lock in the rates now before the Aug. 2 increase!
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Summer Semester Dining Hours
Culinary Services will provide dining options at the following locations during summer semester:
Brody Square
Sunday through Saturday: Breakfast 8-9 a.m. | Lunch 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Dinner 5-7 p.m.
The Gallery at Snyder/Phillips (Effective through May 12)
Sunday through Saturday: Breakfast 7-9 a.m. | Lunch 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Dinner 5-7 p.m.
The Vista at Shaw (Effective May 13-August)
Sunday through Saturday: Breakfast 7-11 a.m. | Lunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Dinner 4:30-8 p.m.
All other dining halls are closed for the summer. Learn more at eatatstate.com.
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MSU UAB Spring Arts & Crafts and East Lansing Art Festival
The MSU Spring Arts and Crafts Show is Saturday, May 18 (9 a.m.-6 p.m.) and Sunday, May 19, (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) at the MSU Union Grounds. With 250 small business crafters and artists and the East Lansing Art Festival taking place in downtown East Lansing, this celebration of art and community is guaranteed to have something for everyone.
This show, as well as our Winter Arts and Crafts show, are crucial fundraisers for the University Activities Board (UAB). All proceeds from the events go directly to the UAB budget to support hosting amazing events throughout the year for all MSU students, free of charge. UAB students work to create connection, belonging, and memories for the Spartan community.
More information on the MSU Arts and Crafts Show can be found here.
Please help us spread the word: Consider sharing and interacting with our Facebook event to help promote the festival!
Running concurrently to the MSU Spring Arts and Crafts Show is the East Lansing Art Festival. This year, the festival celebrates its 60th anniversary with a full lineup of performers as well as an artist demonstration area filled with interactive and learning experiences from many types of artists. You can find 180-200 artists at the festival each year. Find out more about the East Lansing Art Festival including schedules, artist information, and maps or follow them on Facebook.
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Family Weekend Save The Date
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We know you have been eagerly awaiting this information, and we are so excited to finally release the save-the-date. Join us for the third annual MSU Family Weekend presented by Michigan State University Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) Nov. 1-3! More information, including the expanded events schedule, will be released over the summer, and registration will open Aug. 12. We will provide information in this monthly newsletter and include it on our website as it becomes available. Please note that football game tickets are NOT included in any of the Family Weekend events and must be purchased separately through the Athletic Ticket Office links. Interested in hearing about athletic events? Sign up to receive more information from MSU Athletics!
If your family needs financial support to attend Family Weekend, please complete this survey by July 26 to be considered for subsidized participation. Decisions will be made prior to the opening of registration so families will know if they will have assistance to attend. Click here if you would like to support another families’ attendance at Family Weekend events. Special thanks to the generous support of MSUFCU in making these supports possible.
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Updates from the Office of Financial Aid
2024-25 financial aid packages are now viewable in your student's financial aid portal. Corrections from the Department of Education are still arriving and being processed through May 4. If your package does not seem complete, please check back after that date. If there is still an issue, do not hesitate to contact the Office of Financial Aid with any questions. FAFSA updates and Frequently Asked Questions about 2024-25 aid packages are available here.
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MSU Career Services Network
We all want our students to be successful and use that MSU degree they’ve worked so hard to achieve. How do they get there? MSU’s Career Services Network is here to help your student prepare for their internship or job with resume review, interview prep, negotiation practice, and many other services. Encourage your student to make an appointment through Handshake to meet with a career adviser!
Your new Spartan alum may also wonder what’s next for them. Whether they are graduating with a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or Ph.D., MSU’s Career Services Network will continue to be there to support their next steps through Handshake, MSU Connect and access to career resources!
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The MSU Tech Store is Here For You
The MSU Tech Store has been helping Spartans with their technology needs for more than 30 years. With their educational pricing, loaner program, Help Desk and helpful staff, you can always rely on the Tech Store team to give you the best consultation for your technology needs. They’re open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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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., May 31 for a chance to win two coupons to enjoy a single scoop on us!
Congrats to Jennifer H., our April winner!
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2024-25 On-Campus Move-In Dates
We’re pleased to share 2024-25 move-in dates with you! International students will 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 returning students scheduled for Aug. 21 and 22. In mid-July, on-campus students will select their specific move-in date and time.
Check our website for more information!
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Accessing Health and Well-being Resources During Summer Break
Sticking around campus this summer? You no longer need to worry about forgetting your sunscreen! Just look for yellow touch-free dispensers and apply free SPF 30 sunscreen at the Spartan Greens and Varsity Tennis Courts and protect your skin from UV rays and potentially deadly skin cancers. Say yes to skin protection!
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Booking health care appointments just got easier! Beginning later in May, MSU students can now make an appointment for primary care and gynecology services online. University Health and Wellbeing’s (UHW) Campus Health Services’ new online scheduling system is live, designed to enhance student experience and meet their needs. Your Spartan’s convenience, health and well-being are always our top priorities at UHW. Visit uhw.msu.edu and click the “Schedule Online” button to choose preferred date and time.
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MSU Department of Police and Public Safety Update
The Department of Police and Public Safety offers multiple student employment positions. Students can apply to work for the department in parking enforcement, security, the cadet desk, events, access control and more. There are also internships available including a general police intern, intelligence analyst intern and communications intern. Applications are available here. If you have any questions, please contact MSU DPPS Human Resources Administrator Laura King at whitlo11@msu.edu.
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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
May
May 1: New Student Orientation Checkpoint 2 for students who have paid their Advance Enrollment Deposit
May 10: Initial minimum tuition and fee payment due for summer 2024
May 13: Summer courses for session one and full summer session begin
May 15: Last day to add courses for Summer Session I
May 17: Last day to add courses for full-term Summer Session
May 27: Memorial Day Holiday, university closed
June
June 1: Admitted student deposit and refund deadline (extended from May 1)
June 12: Signed housing contract due for incoming students
June 28: Classes end for Summer Session 1
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