While it’s nationally celebrated in July, we honor it now to engage all students, faculty, and staff.
Many exciting events and activities are held this month by MSU offices and organizations, see them on IDI’s webpage: https://inclusion.msu.edu/campus-resources/disability-pride.html
Together, we can create a more inclusive campus community and keep the conversation around disability pride going!
On August 1, 2024, President Guskiewicz issued this update to the Spartan community on the spaces at Berkey Hall and the MSU Union. Read the full letter on Spartans Together here.
spartanstogether.msu.edu is a website dedicated to provided information, news and updates on topics surrounding the violence the MSU community experienced on campus the evening of Feb. 13, 2023.
The GRAD Coalition is inviting graduate students conducting research in emerging technology fields to present posters at their September 2024 Congressional Staffer Briefing. This event aims to advocate for federal funding in graduate student research and highlight its importance in advancing scientific innovation. Students from various disciplines are encouraged to participate and showcase their interdisciplinary research, emphasizing its relevance to federal investment in fields such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, cybersecurity, and more. Presenters can choose to focus on either posters or demonstrations, with presentations expected to be 3-5 minutes long in an expo format.
This is not just another event but a paramount platform for voicing the concerns and sharing the experiences of Graduate Students from across the United States. Your participation and representation can make a tangible impact.
When: Thursday, September 19th
Where: Washington D.C. & via Zoom
What: Congressional Briefing of the Graduate Research and Development (GRAD) Coalition
Registration Link: GRAD Coalition Briefing Registration
The GRAD Coalition exists to support the efforts and initiatives of the U.S. House of Representatives – Graduate Research and Development (GRAD) Caucus. The Coalition promotes graduate student needs to GRAD Caucus members, helps develop legislative priorities for the Caucus, and organizes events, including issue briefings and research symposiums. While ultimate legislative jurisdiction remains with the Caucus, the GRAD Coalition supports Caucus efforts and ensures that issues affecting graduate students remain a point of focus for elected officials.
For more information on the Briefing and submissions, contact the GRAD Coalition team at graduate.coalition@gmail.com.
Attend the 4th annual MSU Juneteenth Commemorative Celebration on Friday, June 14, 2024, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Breslin Center. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.
This year’s theme is Acknowledging the Journey: Freedom, Resilience, Empowerment and Liberation.
The commemoration features the multi-faceted musician and host Rodney Page, gospel music by Gregory D and Company, jazz music by the MSU College of Music, “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by Phoenix Miranda and more.
COGS supports and celebrates our LGBTQ+ communities and allies every day. If you are looking for resources on campus, please visit the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center at 302 Student Services Bldg or on the Web at: https://gscc.msu.edu/
The MLK Student Committee within the MSU MLK Commemorative committee is proud to serve as your host for this year’s student conference. The MLK Student Leadership Conference will be held on Friday, January 12th, 2024 from 10am (EST) to 3pm PM(EST) and will be hosted in person. Registration for the conference is at no cost to MSU students, however you must register for the conference NO LATER THAN Thursday, JANUARY 11TH, 2024 via the conference registration form
The annual 2024 MLK Commemorative March will be held on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, and will start at 9 a.m. The March will begin at Beaumont Tower and will conclude across the street from the site of the MSU Multicultural Center. The March is collaboratively hosted by the MSU Zeta Delta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and the 2024 MLK Student Committee within the 2024 MLK Commemorative Committee. All organizations are invited to participate in the March. If your organization would like to participate in the March, please complete the March registration form
The MSU It’s On Us planning committee is excited to share the Fall 2023 Week of Action events, scheduled for November 6-10th. The “It’s On Us” movement was initiated by the Obama Administration in 2014 with the aim of encouraging campus communities to take a collective stand against sexual violence. These events are inclusive, welcoming all students, staff, and faculty to participate in programming reaffirming our commitment to combating campus sexual assault.
COGS Disciplinary Leadership and COGS Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award
Information here: https://grad.msu.edu/fellowships/cogs-dei-award
Questions about both fellowship awards (links below) should be directed to: fellowshipapps@grd.msu.edu
Michigan State University issued a statement this week reaffirming its commitment to support our community amid the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Read More Here
The Council of Graduate Students is the authorized student government on campus representing all graduate/professional students at Michigan State University. Our mission is to promote the academic, social, and economic goals of graduate and professional students.
Chittenden Hall
466 W. Circle Dr., Room 120
East Lansing, MI. 48824
517-353-9189
office@cogs.msu.edu
Monday-Friday 9am – 5pm
Available any weekday via email or by appointment.
We are also available to meet via zoom!
EMAIL: office@cogs.msu.edu
