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ACADEMIC COLLEGES For a complete listing of the departments and majors within each college, please visit the Academic Programs Catalog at: www.reg.msu.edu
Agriculture and Natural Resources www.canr.msu.edu 446 W. Circle Rm. 102 (517)355-0234
Lyman Briggs www.lymanbriggs.msu.edu 919 E. Shaw Lane Rm. 35 (517) 353-6480
Arts and Letters www.cal.msu.edu 479 W. Circle Dr. Rm. 320 (517)355-4597
MSU College of Law www.law.msu.edu 648 N. Shaw Lane Rm. 368 (517) 432-6800
The Eli Broad College of Business And The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management www.broad.msu.edu 645 Shaw Lane Rm. 402A (517) 355-7605
Music www.music.msu.edu 333 W. Circle Dr. Rm. 102 (517) 353-5340
Communication Arts and Sciences www.cas.msu.edu 404 Wilson Road Rm. 189 (517) 355-1794 Education www.educ.msu.edu 620 Farm Lane Rm. 134 (517) 353-9680 Engineering www.egr.msu.edu 428 Shaw Lane Rm. 3410 (517) 355-5113 Graduate School www.grad.msu.edu 479 W. circle Drive Rm. 110 (517) 353-3220 Honors College www.honorscollege.msu.edu 468 E. Circle Drive Rm 105 (517) 355-2326 Human Medicine humanmedicine.msu.edu 965 Fee Rd. Rm A110 (517) 353-1730 James Madison www.jmc.msu.edu 842 Chestnut Rd Rm 369L (517) 353-6750
Natural Science www.naturalscience.msu.edu 228 Farm Lane Rm. 103 (517) 355-4470 Nursing www.nursing.msu.edu 1355 Bogue St. (517) 355-6523 Osteopathic Medicine www.com.msu.edu 965 Fee Rd Rm. C110 (517) 353-7741 Residential College in Arts And Humanities www.rcah.msu.edu 362 Bogue St. Rm. C210 (517) 355-0210 Social Science www.socialscience.msu.edu 509 E. Circle Dr. Rm. 203 (517) 355-6676 Undergraduate University Division www.msu.edu/dept/uud 434 Farm Lane Rm. 170 (517) 355-3515 Veterinary Medicine www.cvm.msu.edu 784 Wilson Rd. Rm. F101 (517) 355-6510
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TELEPHONE NUMBERS Area code 517 unless otherwise specified Academic Technology Services Help Desk
432-6200
Admissions
355-8332
ASMSU –Business
355-8266
Athletic Tickets
355-1610
Bookstore, Spartan (International Center)
355-3450
Campus Housing (Residence Education and Housing Serv)
884-5483
Career Services & Placement
355-9510
CATA
432-2282 Late Night Service
432-8888
Spec-Tran
884-7273
City of East Lansing
337-1731
COGS
353-9189
Computing and Technology Helpline
432-6200
Counseling Center
355-8270
Distance Learning Support
355-2345 or 800-500-1554
EMERGENCY-POLICE-FIRE-AMBULANCE
911
Financial Aid
353-5940
International Students and Scholars (Office of)
353-1720
Learning Resource Center
355-2363
Libraries
353-8700
Loans Receivables
355-5140
MSU Federal Credit Union
333-2424
MSU Safe Place (business)
355-1100
Office of Cultural and Academic Transitions
353-7745
Olin Health Center
884-6546
Police (non emergency)
355-2221
Recreational Sports and Fitness Services IM Circle
355-4710
IM East
353-3136
IM West
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355-5250
Registrars Office
355-3300
Residence Halls Association
355-8285
Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities
884-7273
Sexual Assault Hotline
372-6666
Student Employment
355-9520
Student Accounts
355-3343
University Operator
355-1855
Wharton Center Box Office
800-942-7866 or 432-2000
Writing Center
432-3610
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UNIVERSITY RESOURCES There are many resources available to students at Michigan State University. We have provided a few here for your convenience. For a complete listing go to: www.msu.edu.
Admissions
Provides general information about undergraduate, graduate, transfer admissions, and campus visits.
250 Administration Building (517) 355-8332 admissions.msu.edu
Alcohol and Other Drug Health Education Program
Provides students with information, resources, programming and referrals related to alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
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Associated Students of Michigan State University
ASMSU, the all-university undergraduate governing group, represents the students to the University administration and appoints student representatives to university-wide committees.
Funding Board ASMSU Funding Board provides up to $4500 in funding to the various Registered Student Organizations.
307 Student Services Building (517) 355-8266 info@asmsu.msu.edu asmsu.msu.edu
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Black Student Alliance (BSA) BSA is committed to promoting unity, academic success, cultural and political awareness in order to strengthen and uplift the Black community at Michigan State University.
Multicultural Center, MSU Union (517) 432-7153 bsaemail1@gmail.com Council for Students with Disabilities (CSD) CSD is an organization for students with disabilities and their supporters in the MSU community who want to focus on awareness, advocacy, support and removing barriers to full participation on MSU’s campus.
441 MSU Union (517) 353-5255 csd@msu.edu MSU International Students Association (MSUISA) MSUISA is the official on-campus organization that promotes and enhances international awareness, cooperation, cultural diversity and dialogue among international students on campus. ISA is also an ASMSU Programming Board Activity Department.
103 International Center msuisa2010@gmail.com sites.google.com/view/msuisa
Beaumont Tower
University Carillonneurs play the famous bells each week. Students can visit the tower when it’s open for noon recitals. For more information contact: Ray McLellan, MSU University Carillonneur Tower at (517) 432-4066 or rm@msu.edu.
music.msu.edu/carillon
Breslin Student Events Center This 16,000 seat arena and home to the Men’s and Women’s Spartan Basketball Teams has hosted over 10 million people attending events that include concerts, family shows, athletic events, and more. Meeting rooms and luxury box suites are available to rent.
Administrative Office: (517) 432-1989 Toll Free: (800) 968-BRES Fax: (517) 432-1510 breslincenter.com
Career Services Network
Assists students in major/career exploration and developing job search plans for internship and career positions.
Career Services @ SSB General career advising, internship searches, on/off-campus part-time student employment.
113 Student Services Building (517) 355-9510 Career Services @ Spartan Stadium Job search assistance, on-campus interviews in communication, science and technology fields.
290 Spartan Way (Spartan Stadium Complex) (517) 884-1300 hireaSpartan@csp.msu.edu Lear Corporation Career Services Center Job search assistance, on-campus interviews in business fields.
21 Eppley Center, College of Business (517) 432-0830
Cashier Services and Student Accounts, Controller’s Office
Accepts student account/short term loan/ delinquent parking payments. Provides check cashing services.
110 Administration Bldg. Cashier Services: (517) 355-5023 Student Accounts: 140 Administration Building Billing and Receivables: (517) 355-3343 Toll Free: (800) 775-4323 Fees, Sponsored Aid & Fellowships: (517) 355-5050 Fax: (517) 353-9640 student.receivables@ctlr.msu.edu ctlr.msu.edu/costudentaccounts
Chemistry Help Room
Provides free assistance to students enrolled in undergraduate chemistry courses in room 83 Chemistry Building. Information is posted outside the help room and on the course websites at chemistry.msu.edu/undergraduateprogram/tutoring-information.
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Collaborative Learning Center
The Peer-assisted Study Session (PASS) program through the Collaborative Learning Center helps students gain success skills while studying content specific to a course.
(517) 355-2363 nssc.msu.edu
Council of Graduate Students (COGS) COGS is the all-University graduate and graduate-professional student governing body which appoints graduate student representatives to university-wide committees.
466 W. Circle Dr. Room 120 (517) 353-9189 office@cogs.msu.edu cogs.msu.edu
Counseling & Psychiatric Services
The Counseling Center offers time-limited counseling to MSU students who are in the pursuit of academic and personal goals. Services include individual, group, and career counseling, testing, multicultural counseling, substance abuse assessment, and sexual assault crisis and safety education. Any student registered for one or more credits is eligible for a consultation appointment.
463 Olin Health Center, 3rd Floor (517) 355-8270 caps.msu.edu
Eli and Edyth Broad Art Museum 547 E. Circle Drive Monday closed, Tuesday–Sunday 12 p.m.–7 p.m. (517) 884-4800 broadmuseum.msu.edu
English Language Center
Provides English language support through classes and a writing lab for nonnative speakers of English who have been admitted to MSU, who are applying for admission, or who come only for English language improvement.
B230 Wells Hall (517) 353-0800 elc.msu.edu
Enrollment and Registration 150 Administration Building (517) 355-3300 reg@msu.edu reg.msu.edu
Executive Development Programs The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management Offers non-credit executive and professional education programs in the areas of business strategy, accounting and finance, leadership, management, marketing and sales, supply chain management, and business tools/ techniques.
The James B. Henry Center for Executive Development
3535 Forest Road Lansing, MI 48910-3831 (517) 353-4350 henrycenter.broad.msu.edu Student Parent Resource Center
1199 Garden City Road, Room 107 Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 432-3745 sprc@msu.edu studentparents.msu.edu
Financial Aid
Administers federal, state, institutional and donor aid programs and short-term loans.
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Graduate School
Information about graduate education.
Chittenden Hall (517) 355-3220 gradschool@grd.msu.edu grad.msu.edu
Health Education Services, Olin Health Center
Individual counseling, outreach programming and learning opportunities are provided for students in topics such as nutrition, fitness, sexual health, and alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
371 Olin Health Center (517) 353-0718 olin.msu.edu/healthpromo
Health Insurance, Student
Michigan State University is pleased to offer a Student Health Insurance Plan through Aetna Student Health. Please contact MSU Human Resources Benefits Office for more information at: (517) 353-4434.
International Students and Scholars Office of (OISS)
Provides advising and support to more than 6,000 international students and foreign faculty. Services include advising and interpretation of U.S. government regulations pertaining to non-immigrant visas and immigration matters, serving as liaison with foreign embassies and sponsoring agencies, conducting orientation and other special programs and serving as a primary point of contact for students from abroad.
105 International Center (517) 353-1720 oiss@msu.edu oiss.msu.edu
International Studies and Programs (ISP)
International Studies and Programs (ISP) is a university-level office headed by a dean, that supports and encourages international activities throughout the university. Study Abroad; International Students and Scholars; Area and
Thematic Studies Centers: Visiting International Professional Program; Office of International Research Collaboration; Japan Center for Michigan Universities; and Peace Corps Office.
isp.msu.edu
Lear Corporation Career Services Center
One component of the renowned MSU Career Services Network--is dedicated to providing undergraduate students with highly individualized, progressive career planning, while connecting them with employers and alumni for career opportunities in busin ess.
The Eli Broad College of Business 645 N. Shaw Lane 21 Eppley Center (517) 432-0830 lear@broad.msu.edu lear.broad.msu.edu
Legal Clinics, MSU College of Law 610 Abbot Road (517) 432-6880 clinic@law.msu.edu law.msu.edu/clinics
Math Learning Center (MLC)
Provides free tutoring for students in Math 1825 and all 100-and 200-level Math courses. Limited help is available for 300-level Math courses. The MLC is located on the first floor of the A-Wing of Wells Hall.
math.msu.edu/mlc
MSU Alumni Association (MSUAA)
The MSU Alumni Association is committed to helping Spartans move from wherever they are now to wherever they want to go.
300 Spartan Way (517) 884-1000 alumni.msu.edu
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MSU Libraries
The MSU Libraries, including the Main Library and several branch libraries, provide collections of over 5 million volumes. During the Fall and Spring Semesters, the Main Library is open 24 hours from Sunday at 10 a.m. through Friday at 10 p.m.
(517) 353-8700 lib.msu.edu
MSU Museum
Michigan’s first Smithsonian Institution affiliate offers three floors of anthropological, natural science, folklife, and historical exhibitions Free admission. Donations are encouraged.
(517) 355-2370 museum.msu.edu
MSU Police Department
MSU Police have authority to enforce federal, state and local laws.
Non-Emergency: 517) 355-2221 Emergency: 911 Fax Number: (517) 432-1404 Police Desk: (517) 355-2222 Records: (517) 355-1830 Parking Office: (517) 355-8440 Vehicle/bicycle/moped registrationonline at: www.police.msu.edu info@police.msu.edu
MSU Surplus Store & Recycling Center
Supports the full gamut of Reducing, Reusing and Recycling from its LEED Gold facility. MSU Surplus Store provides reuse opportunities through the resale of university items. MSU Recycling handles recycling and waste management oncampus.
recycle.msu.edu msusurplusstore.com
Multicultural Center
Includes space for student meetings and events, computers and printers for student use, CORES offices, a lounge, and other resources. Located in the MSU Union and open 7 days a week.
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Multicultural Development: Lesbian-Bi-Gay and Transgender Concerns (LBGT) Provides resources and advocacy for students, supports LBGT organizations and leadership, provides campuswide LBGT and diversity training, and coordinates responses to anti-LBGT bias incidents.
302 Student Services (517) 353-9520 lbgtc@msu.edu lbgtrc.msu.edu
Office of Cultural and Academic Transitions (OCAT)
OCAT constructs supportive social and educational communities that actively involve students in learning. Student-tostudent interaction is the key to benefiting from diversity, and OCAT strives to bring together individuals as well as groups of students from diverse racial, ethnic, international, and domestic backgrounds for meaningful interactions.
339 Student Services Building (517) 353-7745 ocat.msu.edu
Office for Education Abroad Live and learn in another culture and explore MSU’s more than 275 study abroad programs
Resource Room, 109 International Center (517) 353-8920 educationabroad.isp.msu.edu
Planetarium
Programs are held Friday and Saturday Evenings and Sunday afternoons.
(517) 355‑4672 For current information on the night sky, call (517) 332‑STAR. pa.msu.edu/abrams
Recreational Sports and Fitness Services
The programs offered by the Department are listed in the front of this planner.
(517) 355-5250 recsports.msu.edu Michigan State University
Registrar’s Office 150 Administration Building (517) 355-3300 reg@msu.edu reg.msu.edu
Relationship Violence & Stalking Program
MSU Safe Place provides counseling, support group, emergency shelter, and advocacy services for those who have experienced relationship violence or stalking, in addition to educational programs for the entire community. All services are free and confidential.
(517) 355-1100 noabuse@msu.edu safeplace.msu.edu (relationship violence & stalking program) endrape.msu.edu (sexual assault program)
Residential Education and Hospitality Services
REHS operates MSU 25 residence halls and two on-campus apartment villages, including communities that cater to older students. For information on applying for on-campus housing, contact the Housing Assignments Office.
(517) 884-LIVE Toll-Free: (877) 9LIVEON liveon@msu.edu liveon.msu.edu In-hall Residence Education staff Residence Education members, including Resident Assistants, Assistant Community Directors and Community Directors, assist students by providing programs and consultation. They are responsible for the community development, academic, and social learning environment in on-campus housing.
(517) 355-7457 rhs.msu.edu
Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD)
of the opportunities and responsibilities under disability-related legislation. Registration with the RCPD is essential for students and employees with disabilities in order to facilitate timely and effective assistance. Staff at the RCPD are ready with information, resources, and guidance for the campus community in support of full inclusion.
120 Ernst Bessey Hall Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (517) 884-RCPD, (517) 884-7273 TTY: (517) 355-1293 rcpd.msu.edu
Center for Service-Learning and Civic Engagement
The CSLCE works with over 370 nonprofit community partners to link students with course-connected, curricular, and/ or student-initiated service-learning, volunteer and civic engagement opportunities.
345 Student Services Building (517) 353-4400 servlrn@msu.edu servicelearning.msu.edu
Sexual Assault Program
The program provides free and confidential services to individuals impacted by sexual assault and sexual harassment. Services include: • Individual/group therapy • Advocacy (legal, institutional, academic and personal) 24-hour Sexual Assault Hotline
(517)372-6666 go.msu.edu/SAP Crisis Chat (10 a.m.–10 p.m.)
endrape.msu.edu/crisis-chat SAP Program Office:
556 East Circle Drive, Room 207A East Lansing, MI 48824 (517)355-3551
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Student Accounts Office
Student billing, loan and other aid disbursements, tuition and fee payments, payment plans and refunds.
140 Administration Building (517) 355-3343 or (800) 775-4323 Student.Receivables@ctlr.msu.edu ctlr.msu.edu/costudentaccounts
Student Affairs and Services, Division of
Oversees these units: • Career Services • Office of Cultural and Academic Transitions • Student Parent Resource Center • Student Veterans Resource Center • Recreational Sports & Fitness Services • Lesbian, Bi, Gay & Transgender Resource Center • MSU Safe Place • Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities • Multi-Racial Unity Living Experience • Center for Service-Learning and Civic Engagement • Community Relations Coalition • MOSAIC: The Multicultural unity Center
556 E. Circle Drive (517) 355-7535 studentaffairs.msu.edu
Student Life, Department of
Student Life creates opportunities for students to clarify and challenge their values, potentials, roles, and relationships within the University, the greater communities, and the global society.
101 Student Services Building (517) 355-8286 stulife@msu.edu studentlife.msu.edu
Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution The Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution office’s Mission is to help MSU be a place where all people have the means and the opportunity to resolve conflict peacefully and in a manner that supports personal and community accountability and social
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justice. In addition to formally adjudicating complaints of misconduct, this office also provided training and workshops on conflict resolution, restorative practices and more.
judaffrs@vps.msu.edu
Student Life Leadership Development (SLLD)
Practices to develop and enhance leadership skills.
stulife@msu.edu studentlife.msu.edu
Student Life-Student Organizations and ActivitiesRSO (Registered Student Organizations) stulife@msu.edu studentlife.msu.edu/studentorganizations-activities
Student Life-Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence Prevention Program (SARV)
The mandatory prevention workshop is for all incoming first year students. The program offers a forum for students to engage in conversation and be educated about college social life, and allows these students to become active members in keeping the Michigan State community safe. SARV is part of the Title IX Prevention Outreach and Education Office in Olds Hall.
408 W. Circle Dr., Room 101 (517) 355-8286
Student Health Services, Olin Health Center
The Phone information Nurse provides health-related information 24 hours a day. Medical care for illness or minor injury is also available in Brody, Holden and Hubbard Halls.
General Information: (517) 884-OLIN Medical Appointments: (517) 353-4660 Phone Information Nurse: (517) 353-5557 Health Education: (517) 353-0718 olin@msu.edu Michigan State University
Technology Services IT Services Technology
MSU has taken an integrated approach to providing technology and technologyrelated services for MSU faculty, staff, and students.
ATS Help Desk 120 Computer Center (517) 432-6200 tech.msu.edu/support tech.msu.edu/about/guidelinespolicies/aup Technical Training IT Services offers a variety of non-credit courses, seminars, and workshops. Individual, group, and custom courses to acquire, maintain, or improve computer and technology skills are available. For current class schedule visit: tech.msu.edu/ itservices/communications-training or call (517) 432-6200.
Computer Sales and Support The MSU Computer Store, 110 Computer Center, offers computers and software at academic discounts. MSU Computer Help and Repair, 120 Computer Center, offers walk-in computer help and repair services.
(517) 432-0700 cstore.msu.edu computerrepair.msu.edu D2L
(517) 432-6200 d2l.msu.edu
Testing Office
National test site for most standardized exams, including: college/grad/ professional/ school entrance exams (e.g., GRE, MCAT, LSAT, ACT, SAT, etc.); licensing/certification tests (e.g., ASE, ASWB, etc); English Proficiency Exams (e.g., TOEFL, MELAB). Also available: distance testing, vocational/psychological assessment in conjunction with counseling services, and make-up placement testing in math, Spanish, French, and German. Website includes test preparation strategies and much more. Member of MSU Test Prep Consortium.
(517) 355-8385 testingoffice.msu.edu
Neighborhood Student Success Collaborative
Serves as the Assistant Dean for all students with less than 56 credit hours with the exception of residential colleges. UUD is the primary advisor for NoPreference students. Assists in major selection/changes and advising functions. (see website for all locations)
nssc@msu.edu nssc.msu.edu
Union Building, MSU
The MSU Union is packed with a wide variety of services and activities. It features Bigby Coffee, the MSU Dairy Store, MSU Federal Credit Union, One Union Square Food Court, the Spartan Spirit Shop for MSU clothing, souvenirs and all your commencement needs, and Union Central Convenience Store.
(517) 355-3460 union@msu.edu msuunion.com
University Activities Board (UAB) and Campus Center Cinemas
The University Activities Board, a studentdriven programming board, provides latenight weekend entertainment programs at the Campus Center, MSU Union and other venues. A variety of events are offered throughout the year. The Campus Center Cinemas show first-run and art house films every Friday-Sunday in partnership with the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and the East Lansing Film Festival (ELFF).
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University Ombudsperson
The University ombudsperson helps students resolve disputes with instructors, staff or administrators in an impartial, independent, informal, and confidential manner.
354 Farm Lane 129 North Kedzie Hall (517) 353-8830 ombud@msu.edu msu.edu/unit/ombud
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University Outreach and Engagement
University Outreach and Engagement is an academic support unit dedicated to building internal capacity and support for engaged scholarship, establishing interdisciplinary and community networks for teaching and research, creating experiential learning opportunities for students, enhancing public perception of and access to MSU resources, and providing national leadership on the scholarship of engagement.
Kellogg Center, Garden Level 219 Harrison Road, Room 93 (517) 353-8977 engage@msu.edu engage.msu.edu
University Stores
University Stores, a unit with University Services, supports MSU by warehousing many of the high-volume items used on campus. MSU Staff, faculty and students may shop at our showroom, located at 166 Service Rd., to find great pricing onapparel, batteries, school supplies, and more! Easy parking. Visit us Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(517) 432-1859 shop.msu.edu
Veterans Certification
Students eligible to receive benefits through any Department of Veterans Affairs program should contact the Office of the Registrar.
150 Administration Building (517) 355-5032 reg.msu.edu/ROInfo/VeteranInfo.aspx Student Veteran Resource Center (517) 884-5973
Wharton Center for Performing Arts
Wharton Center manages four theatres on the MSU campus — Cobb Great Hall (2,420), Pasant Theatre (596), MSU Concert Auditorium (3,762), and Fairchild Theatre (661) — as well as live entertainment events at the Breslin Student Events Center, positioning it as the largest performing arts center in the state offering a full schedule of the best in Broadway musicals, world famous soloists, symphony orchestras, dance troupes as well as performances by the MSU Department of Theatre and College of Music and the Greater Lansing Symphony Orchestra. The Center is also home of the MSU Federal Credit Union Institute of Art & Creativity at Wharton Center which provides meaningful, participatory lifelong learning programs both at the Center and throughout the state for audiences of all ages.
(517) 432-2000 or (800) wharton wharton@msu.edu whartoncenter.com
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MSU Worklife Office (formerly Women’s Resource Center)
Committed to creating and implementing strategies that promote the status of women by providing a supportive climate that enables all to become full and active participants in the development of policy, decision making, and the achievement of equity. The Center serves the interests of students, faculty, and staff with informative programs, newsletters, and literary and video resources and acts in a coordinating role for education relative to social justice and gender related issues and concerns. Engaging ALL in Providing Access to Resources for the ADVANCEMENT of Women - GENDER MATTERS!
479 West Circle Drive Linton Hall, Suite 116/118 (517) 353-1635 worklife@msu.edu worklife.msu.edu
Women’s Council
Provides representation for women on ASMSU and other university boards. Meets Wednesdays 9 p.m.
441 Union msuwomen@msu.edu msu.edu/~msuwomen
Writing Center
Provides writing support for MSU undergraduate and graduate students, as well as faculty, at all levels of proficiency, at any stage in the composing process, and with any type of composing project. See our website for satellite locations, hours, and a full list of services.
300 Bessey Hall (517) 432-3610 writing@msu.edu writing.msu.edu
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