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Here you can find information on the legal services that MSU's Council of Graduate Students provides to grad students in need of them.

Michigan State University offers a variety of on-campus and off-campus discounts and services to its employees and retirees. Discounts and services are provided by non-MSU parties and are subject to change without notice.

Title: Teaching GIF animation in pre-service art teacher education coursesPresenter: Dan LiFormat: WorkshopDate: May 11th, 2023Time: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmClick here to view Description:In this workshop, I will demonstrate how to make simple GIF animations using browser-based software. Audiences can apply what they learn in various teaching contents. This is also an example of STEAM education emphasizing the interdisciplinary in higher education teaching. I will share plenty of my pre-service art teachers' examples to inspire your teaching at MSU and beyond.

The University of Pennsylvania provides resources for graduate and postdoctoral students regarding careers.

MSU Scoring & Assessment Services offers an online assessment solution through DigitalDesk WebAssess, as well as StudentPortal, the student gateway to assessment scores and results. This online solution provides in-class, remote, proctored, and testing center assessment options, standard and custom reports, management of supplemental materials and test aids, and more.
In addition to secure online testing through DigitalDesk WebAssess, MSU Scoring & Assessment Services provides bubble sheet scanning for objective tests, general data collection, the Student Instructional Rating System (SIRS), and other MSU instructional evaluations/surveys.  Both online and bubble sheet testing includes a full complement of reports: item analysis, test statistics, student feedback, and grade keeping (see examples of DigitalDesk Reports).
Students can take exams on WebAssess or in the classroom on bubble sheets with combined reporting.  Make-up tests can be added to the same exam at any time, either from WebAssess or bubble sheets. The MSU Scoring & Assessment Services image scanners create an image of the bubble sheet so essay questions and other types of questions can be graded online by the instructor.  These types of questions can also be pre-graded by the instructor entering scores into the score boxes included on the bubble sheets.   
MSU funds MSU Scoring & Assessment Services for all MSU courses. There is no cost for departments or students. For non-instructional assessments, see Non-Instructional Pricing.
The MSU Scoring & Assessment Services Office also provides:

Crowdmark scanning and support
D2L quiz/exam and grade book support
Gradescope scanning and support
LON-CAPA scanning
Respondus/LockDown Browser support
Qualtrics technical support
Custom form design
Custom scanning programs

CONTACT
MSU Scoring & Assessment ServicesComputer Center450 Auditorium Road, Room 114East Lansing, MI 48824(517) 355-1819scoring@msu.edu

MSU Testing Center & Assessment Services 
Team: Testing CenterThe MSU Testing Center serves as the primary resource for best practice, policy, and implementation of campus and community testing services and subscribes to the NCTA Professional Standards and Guidelines. Through its work with the campus and community, it helps promote academic integrity and academic success.What we do: The MSU Testing Center administers and/or proctors over 20,000 exams per year.  Our operations fall into several categories:

National Standardized exams such as the GRE, TOEFL, SAT, ACT, and LSAT
Make-up exams for MSU classes
Exams for MSU online courses
Exams for online courses for other universities
Proctoring services for classroom tests on MSU’s campus

MSU Scoring & Assessment Services offers: assessment consultations, High Resolution Optical Scanning (for exams, quizzes, attendance, research, SIRS), and digital production of dynamic reports, analytics, and images!Services provided:

Crowdmark scanning
Gradescope scanning
LON-CAPA scanning
Custom form design
Custom scanning programs

Website: https://testingcenter.msu.edu/Contact us:Please browse our website in order to find information that is specific to your needs.  If you’re unable to find what you’re looking for, feel free to contact us!

Katherine and Kelly recognized the need for more counselors to serve MSUs large student body and ran an information campaign on campus alerting students to the state of MSUs mental health services. They posted flyers that gave students an opportunity to give feedback and received many comments regarding how inaccessible counseling services had been for them. 
 
Final Report: https://iteach.msu.edu/posts/preview_attachments?post_id=1489 

***This is part of a series of articles compiling useful resources and information for new graduate students. Some of the information in this series will be relevant for anybody new to MSU, including undergraduates, postdocs, faculty and staff. The topical areas range from settling into East Lansing and Michigan, getting to know which services can be found on campus to administrative steps and information needed throughout a graduate program at MSU. For the full series, see this playlist dedicated to (international) graduate students.***
 
Libraries
The biggest library on campus is the Main Library, located on West Circle Drive near Beaumont Tower, though there are a few other specialised libraries, e.g. the Schaefer Law Library or the Gast Business Library at other locations.
The main library offers many services besides being a space for studying and finding books. For example, there are the Digital Scholarship Lab (to explore new technology for use in research and teaching, e.g. VR or a 360-degree visualization room) and the Hollander MakeCentral Service Desk (for printing, plotting, publishing and even passport (photos) services).
If you can’t find a book at the MSU Library, there is a service called the Interlibrary Loan Service through which you can access books/ resources at other libraries.
The library also offers workshops, e.g. an introduction to the MSU Library Services, using different citation software and data/ content management.
There is a 24/7 Support Line for general library questions (and D2L support). Call (800)500-1554. Or “Ask A Librarian” using this link: https://www.lib.msu.edu/contact/askalib/
Skill Building
There are a range of units on campus dedicated to helping you develop skills.
Writing
The Writing Center provides one-on-one and group writing consultations and writing groups (“write-ins”) for graduate students and faculty. They also offer workshops including those on “Navigating the Master’s degree/ PhD” and incorporate issues like time management and writing strategies. They are available to help you with any type of writing project you may have, academic or not.
“Write-Ins” are offered through different units besides the Writing Center, e.g. by the Graduate School and provide a dedicated time and space (as well as some support if needed) to make progress on any of your writing projects – from class work to dissertation chapters.
Workshops
A myriad of workshops is offered throughout the semester.
Topics include anything from departmental/ research specific seminars to writing and time management strategies (as mentioned above) to improving mentor relationships to wellness/ mental health workshops (see the Health article in this playlist for more information). The organizing units differ depending on the topic area. A good starting point is the Graduate School’s events calendar.
Statistics
Besides course offerings to learn about statistical methods, there are a few resources available to help you with your statistical skills and projects.
The Center for Statistical Training and Consulting provides statistical support for your research projects (they won’t do it FOR you but they will help you figure it out!) and teaches workshops on statistical methods.
Check with your College if they have a dedicated statistical support unit. For example, the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources has a Statistical Consulting Center.
Want to improve your statistics, data science and programming skills in R? Have a look at what the R-Ladies East Lansing are up to these days. There may be a workshop just around the corner.
English Language
The English Language Center at MSU is a good place to improve your general English skills, learn about English for the classroom, i.e. if you are teaching, and to get support for your writing projects if English is your second language.
A note on skill building and other workshops…
I know we all get a lot of e-mails, but it is worth at least scanning each one because a lot of the workshops, seminars and service that MSU has to offer are advertised that way. They might provide that motivation or accountability to get you started on your next dissertation chapter.
 
Other support resources
Legal Support
MSU offers some free legal support for students. Check out this website for their services.
Family Resources/ Support
The Student Parent Resource Center offers support and resources for students with children.
Work Life Office
The Work Life Office is a one-stop destination for your needs regarding work life fit, including career transitions, community connection, workplace assistance and family care among others. Though their target group at MSU is faculty and staff, as an employee of MSU (TA or RA) you are more than welcome to use their services.
 
Sports and Wellness
Gyms
MSU has 3 gym buildings: IM West, IM Circle and IM East. Traditional gyms with workout machines are found at IM East and West. All buildings also have spaces for different types of sports, e.g. basketball, soccer, squash, tennis, gymnastics, etc. There are swimming pools at IM West and IM Circle which you can use for free. However, you will have to register your student ID online in order to access the building/ locker room (at IM Circle).
Too cold for running outside in the winter? Make use of the free running track in IM East (above the basketball court). You don’t need a gym membership to use this, just a valid student ID to get into the building.
Gym memberships are organized through Recreational Sports and Fitness. There are also a variety of group exercise (fitness classes) options available, both in-person and through an online platform called Fitness-on-Demand. Since a fee is automatically collected each semester, all you need to do is activiate your StudentID card on their website and your ready to work out.
You can also sail (and paddle board and kayak) at MSU! The MSU Sailing Center on Lake Lansing is your address for water-based sports.
Other Fitness options
Health4You offers fitness and wellness options throughout the year, including a lunchtime fitness series (Yoga, Pilates, TaiChi, etc). Make sure to look at their calendar of scheduled events and workshops.
A fan of shooting sports? Check out MSU’s Demmer Center that offers indoor and outdoor shooting ranges and classes for firearms and archery practice.
Want to get on the ice? No problem, you can ice skate at Munn Ice Arena.
Sports teams
Want to join a sports team? There are different avenues for that at MSU.
Club Sports are Registered Student Organizations and compete regionally and nationally.
Intramural Sports offer the opportunity to participate both competitively and recreationally in your favorite sport. There is a set list of sports types and you can join or create your own team to participate in campus competitions.
Spartan Fit
The Spartan Fit program aims to support you in your fitness and wellness journey. They offer assessments and programs to help you achieve your goals, including using exercise as medicine.
Watching sports
College Sports are a big deal in the US - think football, baseball, basketball or ice hockey for example. MSU is no exception, with Sparty being our mascot and helping us cheer “Go green, Go white!”. As part of the MSU community, especially as students, you get reduced rate tickets to the student sections for football, men’s basketball and hockey. The other sport events are free to attend. Check out the MSU Athletics website to purchase tickets. Also note that COGS sometimes has special deals for graduate students.
 
Food on Campus
There are many options to eat on campus – from the little Sparty’s stores where you can buy snacks to full dining halls with several different food options, you’re sure to find what satisfies your appetite. Your go-to website for anything food related on campus is Eat@State.
Coffee and Snacks
Sparty’s are little campus stores that usually offer filter coffee and snacks, including packaged sandwiches and in some instances even warm foods like soup or sausages. They are located all over campus. There is also a Sparty’s Market – a small grocery store at 1855 Place.
There are a few Starbucks on campus (1855 Place and main library) and a Panera Bread in the Edward J. Minskoff Pavilion (Business College). Both offer a variety of coffee specialties as well as sweet and savory foods.
Cafeterias and Dining Halls
Look at Eat@State for a full overview of dining halls/ cafeterias and available meal plans (you can pay for a whole semester or a set number of meals in advance, but you can also pay for a single meal when you enter the dining hall). I just want to mention a few highlights here.
Brody Square at Brody Hall is probably the biggest one, offering a variety of cuisines from stir fries to pizza to (vegetarian) burgers and salads.
The Edge at Akers Hall is another big dining hall offering a great variety of cuisines and has its own Tandoori oven.
Thrive at Owen Hall is a recent addition and focused on providing allergen-free food.
Dairy Store
The Dairy Store is an MSU business and produces ice cream and cheese from our own cows! You can buy packaged cheese, grilled cheese sandwiches, soup (changes daily) and delicious ice cream. It has two locations, one inside the MSU Union building and one in Anthony Hall (entrance on Farm Lane). In the summer month, they usually also have an ice cream food truck outside.
MSU Student Food Bank
If you need some support in procuring sufficient food for you (and your family), please make use of the MSU Student Food Bank. It is a volunteer-based organization on campus providing free foods and related items, helping you to cut your food bill down to half. Please make sure you are eligible and bring your student ID.
Social Life
There are many different ways to socialize and make friends on campus. Here are just a few formally organized ways.
OISS hosts weekly coffee hours, usually on Fridays. Meet and mingle with fellow international students. OISS also sometimes organizes sightseeing trips. Keep an eye on the e-mails they send.
The Council of Graduate Students (COGS) puts on social events like tailgates (a type of get-together with lawn games before a big football game), trivia nights and free dinners for graduate students.
There are a lot of different Registered Student Organizations (RSO’s) that bring together groups of students with similar interests, anything from cultures to sports.
Your department will probably have a Graduate Student Organization that might put on events or gatherings. They are a good way to connect with people and get involved in your department.
Looking for volunteering opportunities? One way to start might be to sign up to the volunteering listserv of the City of East Lansing. You can check out opportunities and sign up here.