Events in September 2021
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FS21 Classes Begin FS21 Classes Begin
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September 1, 2021Date:
Wednesday, September 1, 2021 - 12:00am to 11:55pm
Location:
MSU
Follow your Monday class schedule.
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Important Dates
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Labor Day Holiday - University Closed Labor Day Holiday - University Closed
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September 6, 2021Date:
Monday, September 6, 2021 - 12:00am to 11:55pm
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Important Dates
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Information Session for the Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship Information Session for the Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship
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September 7, 2021Date:
Tuesday, September 7, 2021 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Location:
Zoom
The Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future program awards fellowships to women from developing and emerging economies to pursue PhD or Post-doctoral research in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields at leading universities worldwide. Faculty for the Future grants are based on actual costs for eligible expenses up to a maximum of USD 50,000 per year for a PhD and maximum of USD 40,000 per year for a Post-doc and may be renewed through to completion of studies. Applications are accepted through November 5th, 2021. Read more about eligibility here.
Eligibility Criteria (listed here) include:
you are a female and are a citizen of a developing country or emerging economy where women are underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines. You are not eligible to apply if you hold secondary citizenship from a developed country. (N.B. If you have been awarded a Faculty for the Future grant and after the award you obtain citizenship of a developed country, the grant will be discontinued as of the date of such additional citizenship);
you are preparing for PhD or postdoctoral studies in STEM. The Faculty for the Future program does not fund Master level studies;
you are currently enrolled, have been admitted to or have applied to a host university/research institute abroad (applications are no longer accepted where a candidate has not yet applied to a university). If you are applying for a sandwich PhD the final degree must be awarded by the Host University abroad (i.e., but not solely from the home country university);
hold an excellent academic record;
are willing to go back to your home country or region upon completion of your studies to contribute to its socio-economic development;
have a proven record of teaching experience in your home country and can demonstrate your commitment to going back home to: i) an academic or research position in a STEM faculty; ii) and/or to using your knowledge to become a STEM entrepreneur to help resolve regional challenges in your local community/region; iii) and/or to demonstrating leadership by contributing to the public sector using your scientific skills to help provide evidence-based support for STEM policy making, including topics of gender representation;
can demonstrate leadership skills, active community outreach and have a track record in encouraging girls and women into STEM.The Graduate School and the University Advancement Office of Corporate Relations at MSU, are hosting an informational session for interested applicants. Register below.
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Funding
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Small Changes, BIG Difference Makers: Strategies That Inspire Educators and Student Success Small Changes, BIG Difference Makers: Strategies That Inspire Educators and Student Success
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September 8, 2021Date:
Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location:
Zoom
In bi-weekly Virtual Lunch and Learn & Best Practices in Teaching gatherings Graduate Teaching Assistants share their knowledge about teaching, teaching and technology tools as well as discuss research of teaching, book chapters relevant to work in an instructional setting. Anyone interested in these topics can join these meetings.
Session Description: Google ‘student success’ and you’ll get over 1,500,000,000 results. To say student success is a hot topic and central to our work as educators is an understatement. Google ‘faculty success’ and you’ll get one billion less results. Some, however, would argue that higher education cannot increase student success without focusing on faculty success, including equitable, engaged, active learning strategies that are successful for students and instructors. In other words, we need to focus on instructor and student success together. During this session you will have an opportunity to learn about strategies, resources, tools [including those suggested by students and some created by instructors] that GTAs can easily, and with minimal time, integrate into their teaching practices. In addition to learning about small changes you can make that have the potential to powerfully impact student learning and instructor success, you will be invited to share what you need as a GTA to support your teaching to help ensure your success along with your students’ success.
Facilitated by Mary Beth Heeder, Sr. Consultant and Project Manager for Student Learning and Success, Office of the Associate Provost of Undergraduate Education
Facilitator Bio:
All of the roles Mary Beth has held during her 39 years working at MSU are linked to her passion to help all students be successful as they navigate the exciting but often overwhelming college experience. Her current work in the Office of the Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education focuses on faculty and student success, educator professional development, and strategic process improvement. In addition to her student success work, Mary Beth enjoys teaching; she has taught First Year Writing for the Writing, Rhetoric, and American Cultures Department.
Please Register Here and attend and we will send you slides and other related materials.
Join Zoom Meeting https://msu.zoom.us/j/732599810 Meeting ID: 732 599 810 Passcode: GTAsTeach
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Professional Development
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CSTAT Day CSTAT Day
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September 9, 2021Date:
Thursday, September 9, 2021 - 9:00am to 4:30pm
Location:
Zoom
CSTAT is excited to present a one-day event with short presentations on multiple statistical topics. Some of these will be offered in a longer format later in the semester.
Registration: https://msu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpd-iqqj4iGtevl7PbglrPNNc12NSUHrRC
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Professional Development
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Graduate School Write-In Graduate School Write-In
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September 10, 2021Date:
Friday, September 10, 2021 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Location:
Zoom
'Graduate School Write-Ins are co-sponsored by the Graduate School and The Writing Center @ MSU. The write-ins are hosted and facilitated to provide writers with an opportunity to write in a shared writing space where other writers are present, and a writing center consultant/staff member is present to provide consultations for writers who would like to have a consultation appointment during the session.
Along with this, the write-ins provide an opportunity for facilitators to promote and share information about upcoming events hosted by the Graduate School, Writing Center, and other campus partners such as the University Outreach and Engagement Office and to provide resources and information that can be used to form graduate writing groups, have writing center appointments or attend workshops (provided by the Graduate School) cater to graduate students based on goals they may share during the write in.'
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Professional Development
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Ethics in Research and Creative Activity, and Effective Mentoring (1200-ILT), September 14, 2021 Ethics in Research and Creative Activity, and Effective Mentoring (1200-ILT), September 14, 2021
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September 14, 2021Date:
Tuesday, September 14, 2021 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location:
Zoom
Safeguarding the integrity of research and creative activities is fundamental to the mission of Michigan State University. We owe no less to the public which sustains institutions like ours and to the governmental agencies and private entities that sponsor the research enterprise. All members of MSU share responsibility to assure that misconduct or fraud in research and creative activity is dealt with effectively and that MSU's high standards for scholarly integrity are preserved. This workshop will review types of misconduct (fabrication, falsification or plagiarism) that occur in proposing, performing, or reviewing research and scholarly activities, and best practices to avoid these. The session will also cover proper behavior in mentor-mentee relationships.
For registration see https://abilitylms.msu.edu/MSU/LearnerWeb_PTM.php?ActionID=Enroll&EventID=6729
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Professional Development
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Navigating the Master's Workshop Navigating the Master's Workshop
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September 17, 2021Date:
Friday, September 17, 2021 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Location:
Zoom
'This interactive online writing workshop is designed to help students develop an individualized plan for understanding graduate school more generally and graduate writing more specifically. This workshop is designed for students in both the early and latter years of their master’s degree.
This 3-hour workshop will concentrate on understanding the transition to graduate school, navigating master’s degree coursework and graduation options (thesis, exams, portfolios, etc.), locating and using professional and personal support resources, and writing for both the degree and future job. Participants will create academic timelines for their master’s work (coursework, conference presentations, internships, etc.) at MSU and discuss technologies and habits that can help them stay on task. Participants will also discuss how to manage the stress that often pervades the life of master’s students and how to select and work with a committee.
The workshop will end with participants exploring and sharing their current writing practices, writing and revision strategies, and strategies for overcoming writer's block and procrastination. Facilitators will help guide discussions on adopting and maintaining productive practices to help maintain focus on academic and professional goals in times when we are collectively working through the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Zoom link will be shared with registrants prior to the workshop.'
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Professional Development
Advanced Degree Commencement for 2020 Graduates and SS21/US21 Graduates Advanced Degree Commencement for 2020 Graduates and SS21/US21 Graduates
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September 17, 2021Date:
Friday, September 17, 2021 - 2:00pm
Location:
Jack Breslin Student Events Center 534 Birch Road East Lansing, Michigan 48824
Doctoral, Educational Specialist, and Master's Degree Candidates for 2020 Graduates and Spring Semester 2021 & Summer Semester 2021 Graduates
Ceremonies are about two hours. Admission tickets are required.
Click here for times/schedule
Additional information at https://commencement.msu.edu/graduate-information/advanced-degrees
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Important Dates
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Student Success Launch Student Success Launch
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September 20, 2021Date:
Monday, September 20, 2021 - 9:00am to 11:30am
Location:
Kellogg Center
With a focus on the institution’s DEI Strategic plan and Inclusive Campus Initiative, this year’s Student Success Launch will be a highly engaging interactive working meeting. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in community conversations as well as walk away with actionable items to assist in fostering student success in their work and ensuring all students at MSU feel welcomed and supported.
If you have not yet had a chance to review the DEI report and plan, feel free to review it in advance.
This year’s Launch will be a hybrid model, with completely online and in-person options available. Attendees have the option of selecting the way they desire to attend during registration. While in person attendees may change their modality to online, participants selecting the online option will not be able to change their selection. Please note the planning team is keeping an eye on the continuing COVID-19 situation and may decide to switch to a fully virtual event.
A continental breakfast and refreshments will be provided for in-person attendees.
Registration is now available.Questions can be directed to Chastity D. Gaither, UIA Fellow, Office of the APUE at: gaither3@msu.edu.
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Diversity and Inclusion
Grad Slate Overview Session Grad Slate Overview Session
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September 20, 2021Date:
Monday, September 20, 2021 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Location:
Zoom
The Graduate School invites Graduate Program Coordinators to attend an overview of the application decision process for the new admissions system, Slate.
This session is intended for any individual having or anticipate having a role in the Graduate application review, decision and approval process.
The session will be held on Monday, Sept 20, 2021 from 10:00 – 11:30 AM.
Session agendaOverview of the bin structure and application workflow
Slate security roles in Slate
How does the Slate process compare to GAMS
Understand user security and rolesRegistration is not required. Zoom information provided below:
https://msu.zoom.us/j/97504361111Passcode: Slate
These sessions will provide an overview of the decision process. Invitations for training opportunities for this functionality will be scheduled soon. If you are unable to attend, the session will be recorded and made available on the Slate User Group team site.
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Identities & the Culturally Responsive Educator: Strategies and Application Identities & the Culturally Responsive Educator: Strategies and Application
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September 22, 2021Date:
Wednesday, September 22, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location:
Zoom
In bi-weekly Virtual Lunch and Learn & Best Practices in Teaching gatherings Graduate Teaching Assistants share their knowledge about teaching, teaching and technology tools as well as discuss research of teaching, book chapters relevant to work in an instructional setting. Anyone interested in these topics can join these meetings.
Session Description
This session will provide a background into the concept of culturally responsive teaching (CRT) and how an instructor’s personal identity impacts how they approach their practice and interact with students. Next, we will discuss strategies to facilitate the application of CRT in classrooms settings and conclude with reviewing any questions attendees may have.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this session, learners will be able to:
Explore their own identity through self-reflection.
Examine how personal identity impacts the graduate teaching experience.
Articulate the importance of culturally responsive approaches to teaching.
Reflect on personal assumptions towards students that may influence instructor practices.
Describe strategies for teaching culturally diverse students.
Presenter Bio
Oyesola Oluwafunmilayo Ayeni is a 5th year Doctoral student in the Ecological/Community Psychology program at Michigan State University. Funmi’s area of research focuses on the development, implementation, and evaluation of culturally appropriate interventions for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence from diverse backgrounds. In her teaching, Funmi applies culturally relevant strategies to provide quality instruction to students while ensuring equity and inclusion.
Join Zoom Meeting https://msu.zoom.us/j/732599810 Meeting ID: 732 599 810 Passcode: GTAsTeach
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Professional Development
COGS Full Council Meeting -
Slate Drop-In Sessions for Grad Program Coordinators Slate Drop-In Sessions for Grad Program Coordinators
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September 28, 2021Date:
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Location:
Teams
We are offering two Drop-In Sessions to assist with any Slate questions (application, security, review, etc.).
No RSVP necessary.
Tuesday, September 28, 10:30 – 11:30 AM Teams Link
Friday, October 1, 3:30 – 4:30PM Teams Link
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Residential and Hospitality Services (RHS) Hiring Fair Residential and Hospitality Services (RHS) Hiring Fair
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September 30, 2021Date:
Thursday, September 30, 2021 - 11:00am to 6:00pm
Location:
Breslin Students Event Center
Residential and Hospitality Services (RHS) has student positions in locations across campus, including residence halls, dining services, the Breslin Center, and more.
View available positions at jobs.rhs.msu.edu. Students can apply ahead of time, then go to the hiring fair for an on-the-spot interview! Free parking is available in Lot 63 (Southwest Harrison Gate) from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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Life and Well-Being
