Interim Provost Thomas Jeitschko recently published a message to MSU faculty and academic staff that included an extensive list of useful resources and relevant news/updates. Topics include guidance on generative AI, professional development opportunities, the University Academic Advising Initiative, and much more.
The full message can be read using the link below.
The purpose of the conference is to create a forum where African and Africanist scholars discuss the future of Africa. This year’s conference builds upon past AGSA conferences which sought to engage scholars from across campus and beyond in discourse surrounding developmental challenges, the potential solutions for Africa, and action towards sustainable development. This year’s conference seeks to emphasize forward-thinking and solution-driven research geared towards addressing global challenges and celebrating advancements. We are honored to have Ambassador Hilda Suka-Mafudze, the African Union Ambassador to the United States as our keynote speaker.
The PEER (Promoting Education & Emotional Resilience) Program seeks to empower students to learn about their mental health and develop positive coping skills. This 6-week workshop will help students develop resiliency skills derived from evidenced-based practices such as Mindfulness, ACT, CBT, DBT, and Resiliency training in collaboration with the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD) and Counseling And Psychiatric Services (CAPS).
For all students – including graduate & professional students!
Please complete the application: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3gTVqIuR7DmfmYu
Learn about program requirements, the online application process, and examples from past students in the program.
Thursday, August 31, 2023
1:30 – 3:30pm || Zoom Meeting
Fall Semester Open Houses: Tues. Sept. 5th and Wed. Sept. 6th from 5-8PM at the Station in Holden Hall. You’ll get free pizza and a chance to talk to staff if you are interested in getting involved. Check out the Impact website here: https://impact89fm.org/
Impact Radio also has request forms that students can use if they want to partner with Impact 89FM on specific things, such as:
POSTER SALE!! Stop by the Union between Saturday, August 26th and Friday, September 1st to snag the poster of your dreams! Sponsored by UAB.
Womxn of Color Initiatives (WOCI) at Michigan State University is pleased to announce a 3-day, 2-night “glamping” writing retreat intended to advance dissertation writing amongst womxn of color graduate students and allies as well as early career faculty whose scholarship aligns with the overall mission and purpose of WOCI. The retreat will be held Friday, October 20, 2023 to Sunday, October 22, 2023
Space is limited and the review committee will prioritize students who are 1) already writing their dissertation and 2) whose advisors confirm that they are within one year of completion, and 3) who are first time attendees. Please note, while the majority of participants will be doctoral students, early career faculty are encouraged to apply. The review committee will also strive to ensure disciplinary/college diversity.
A note about accommodations and health precautions:
Participants will lodge with one other participant in a shared dorm room within Pretty Lake Camp’s Retreat Center. The Retreat Center has two communal restrooms and shared shower facilities. If you are feeling unwell, we kindly ask that you decline from attending.
We are excited to host you for a shared bonding experience as we work toward our academic and professional goals
Please complete this form by Friday, September 15, 2023 at 11:59pm est.
Ignite MSU is a newly unveiled novel program from the MSU Museum CoLab Studio. Its primary objective is to empower students to articulate their research more effectively. MSU Museum CoLab Studio is seeking ten passionate MSU students, from any academic level or field, to present at the inaugural Ignite event on Thursday, November 9.
The Ignite format offers a distinctive method to succinctly communicate ideas: a 5-minute presentation using 20 slides that advance automatically every 15 seconds. Originating in San Francisco in 2006, this innovative approach has since been adopted in over 350 cities across six continents. The goal is to have speakers who not only educate but also inspire and engage the audience in a lively learning experience. Notably, prior experience in public speaking or stage presentations is not a prerequisite. All selected speakers will benefit from a research communication workshop ahead of the main event, equipping them to deliver a compelling narrative.
We encourage our undergraduate and graduate students to submit their talk proposals via this link: https://msumuseum.submittable.com/submit/253586/ignite-talks-msu-speaker-form-2023. Please note, the submission window closes on September 18th. Successful candidates will be informed by the close of September.
Summer has arrived and the MSU Bike Shop is here for all your biking needs! both new and used bikes, a full menu of repair services, rentable bikes from short to long term and parts/accessories for your bike. MSU Bikes is open to everyone, not just students!
Check out MSU Bikes for more information!
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
