The following link can be used to purchase all COGS tickets and service items available to Graduate and Professional Students at MSU. These include Wharton Center tickets and other special events throughout the year. Items will be added as they become available.
We couldn’t do it without you! Visit: https://cogs.msu.edu/fall-welcome-events/
Watch for new events HERE
HURRY! PRE-REGISTER BY MARCH 6TH TO RESERVE YOUR WORKSHOPS/ACTIVITIES! VISIT: COGS.MSU.EDU/GAC/
For details on all events, visit: https://inclusion.msu.edu/awards/mlk-commemorative-celebration/mlk-calendar.html
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The annual Thanksgiving Day Unity Dinner, organized by the Office of Cultural & Academic Transitions, is being held on Thursday, Nov. 25 from noon-2 p.m. This event provides a free Thanksgiving meal to all MSU students who remain on campus during the holiday. Student registration and volunteer signup can be found online at ocat.msu.edu/thanksgiving-unity-dinner-2.
New and returning graduate and professional students: Come on out to the COGS Fall Welcome Celebration on Saturday, August 28th! Following the virtual Graduate School Orientation and Resource Fair from 9am-Noon EST, close your computer, feel free to grab a friend or bring your family, and come out to celebrate new beginnings with us on campus in Benefactors Plaza (in back of Chittenden Hall). More details and updates posted here: COGS Fall Welcome Celebration.
Please be on the lookout for your email from Student Affairs & Services Division with unique survey link. We encourage all graduate & professional students to complete this survey to help Student Affairs and Services meet the needs of the graduate/professional student community. Thank you!
Know your rights as an MSU student – visit https://ombud.msu.edu
COGS Updates Email List
COGS sends regular email updates of news & events during Fall and Spring to the departments and colleges for sharing out to graduate & professional students. If you would like to receive these emails directly to your inbox, please fill out this form. https://bit.ly/COGS-EVENTS
COGS Full Council Meetings
COGS Full Council Meetings:
We look forward to an exciting year ahead for 2024-25! The public is always welcome to attend COGS full council meetings. If you need a zoom link please email us at office@cogs.msu.edu. Minutes and future meeting dates can be found here: https://cogs.msu.edu/governance/
COGS Graduate Resource Series
The COGS Graduate Resource Series, a virtual workshop series presented by the Graduate Welfare Committee, will connect graduate & professional students with vital campus resources through informal, expert discussions, providing insights, Q&A opportunities, and practical guidance for student success and well-being.
All sessions will be held virtually via Zoom. Sessions and Zoom info are listed below. Please resister!
REGISTER HERE – GRADUATE RESOURCE SERIES
REGISTRATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. You will receive the Zoom links & reminders after registration.
ALL SESSIONS ARE ON TUESDAYS FROM 2PM-3PM EST. Join via Zoom link. *Please make sure to use your MSU Net ID to log in to each meeting!
Lance Sharp will discuss all things student organizations and Involve@State. The INVOLVE platform is your one-stop resource at MSU for all Registered Student Organizations on campus. If you belong to a GSO/student group on campus or in your dept. or are interested in forming/joining one, this is for you!
John Garcia works with departments, including the Graduate School, on fellowships, presentations, and individual student concerns and issues related to loans, cost of attendance requests and financial planning. John is an expert in graduate/professional student financial aid and an invaluable resource here at MSU! Don’t miss this one!
Dr. Burton will discuss the role of the office of the Ombudsperson, which is a confidential, safe space to discuss both academic and nonacademic concerns. She’ll explain how you can utilize their services and answer your questions.
Get help navigating the often-confusing world of health insurance and learn where you can go to find answers when you have questions.
If you are a student who is also juggling responsibilities as a parent, this session is for you!
We hope you find this series informative! If you have questions, please contact us via email at office@cogs.msu.edu. Be sure to keep up to date on these and all COGS events on our website here: cogs.msu.edu/upcoming-events/
A Little Flow, Some Breath…A Yoga Workshop with COGS!
Date: Friday, February 7th
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 PM
Location: IM Circle – Room 218 (Dance Room)
COGS invites you to join us for a relaxing yoga and respiration session: “A Little Flow, Some Breath.” Recharge your body and mind alongside fellow graduate & professional students in a guided hour of movement and mindfulness. FREE event. No experience required. Yoga mats provided (or you may bring your own). Wear comfortable clothing for movement. Must register to attend.
REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/YOGACOGS
*Please bring your MSU ID to check in. *Registered guests of COGS do not need to have active rec sports memberships. Any graduate/professional student registered is welcome to attend! Mention at the entrance of IM Circle that you are attending COGS Yoga workshop.
COGS Coffee & Connection
We hope to see you at our next Coffee & Connection!
Details: Tuesday, February 4 – from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Hooked at 3142 E. Michigan Ave. in Lansing
We look forward to connecting with you!
Ice Skating With COGS – Sat. February 8th!
Join us at the Munn Ice Arena for some fun on the ice! Free for all graduate and professional students & their accompanied guests. Skate rentals included.
Saturday, February 8th, 2025
7:30-9:30 PM
Now Taking Abstracts! COGS 17th Annual GAC!
Go to the COGS GAC Page for more information and to submit your abstract to present! Conference date is February 22, 2025. Abstract Form closes February 1st. cogs.msu.edu/gac/
2025 MLK Jr. Celebration Events Calendar
The Progress for Civil Rights Continues:
Celebrating 45 years of Dr. Martin Luther King’s Legacy
Join the MSU Community throughout January, in celebration of the legacy of Dr. King and historical events that took place in our nation and on our campus.
2025 MLK Jr. Celebration Events Calendar
*If you would like to attend the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Unity Dinner on Thursday, January 16th, please make sure to Register asap. This event is free, and registration is required: go.msu.edu/mlkrsvp