The mission of the Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS) is to provide support to Michigan State University’s international students, scholars and families.
Immigrant Support & Safety Resources
This page contains information and FAQs related to federal immigration concerns for non-citizens, who are important members of the MSU community. Michigan State is committed to the support and safety of all Spartans without regard to immigration status.
MSU Immigration Law Clinic
The Immigration Law Clinic advocates for vulnerable immigrant populations, including abused, abandoned and neglected children; crime and trafficking victims; and persons fleeing persecution, all of whom are otherwise unable to afford legal representation.
Immigration Law Clinic
Michigan State University College of Law
648 North Shaw Lane
Law College Building, Room 215
East Lansing, MI 48824-1300
517-432-6880
immig@law.msu.edu
Graduate School Career Development
Part of the MSU Graduate School and the Career Services Network, Graduate Career Development provides a variety of online resources, as well as workshops and one-on-one advising, to support the many paths graduate students and postdocs choose to pursue, including careers in universities, government, industry, and non-profits. Our website contains sections on career exploration, preparing for a variety of career paths, and the job search – including résumé, cover letter, and interviewing tips – as well as career resources for international students and LGBTQ students, and information for employers and MSU graduate alumni. Visit: grad.msu.edu/gradcareerdevelopment.
Graduate Educator Advancement and Teaching (GREAT)
GREAT is a network and resource for MSU Graduate Students and Postdocs, dedicated to promoting teaching excellence through conversation and sharing practices.
Alliance for Graduate Education and the Professoriate
The Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate supports recruitment, retention, and graduation of underrepresented U. S. minorities in doctoral programs in natural and social sciences, mathematics, and engineering.
Cohort Fellowship Programs
Students apply to each fellowship program. If awarded the student will work for an academic year on a project. Typically, fellows recieve a stipend for their efforts. For a list of opportunities, visit: https://grad.msu.edu/cohort-fellowship-programs
The Leadership Collective – part of The Graduate School Office of Graduate Well-being
The Leadership Collective at Michigan State University exists to build a culture of leadership development among graduate students, professional students, and postdocs. We want to empower these Spartans to take a proactive approach to their leadership development so they may make a difference in the classroom, community, university, and in the world.
More about the Graduate Office of Well-Being here: https://grad.msu.edu/about-gslw
Mission Focus: “Empowering community commitment to prevent gender-based violence through
education, outreach and social change.”
Center dedicated to leading and collaborating on university-wide initiatives that prepare students to thrive in our diverse world, and enhancing the campus climate and support services for students marginalized by their sexuality or gender.
The GSCC also offers resources for individuals to educate themselves and others about various sexualities, gender identities, gender expressions, and romantic identities.
The Student Veterans Resource Center is dedicated to promoting the educational, career, and personal advancement of service members and veterans at Michigan State University.
Team RCPD is ready to assist students, employees and visitors with resources that create an environment of opportunity. We value full integration of persons with disabilities throughout the University mission, programs and services. Located in 120 Bessey Hall, near the center of the Michigan State University campus, on the southwest corner of Farm Lane and Auditorium Road.
Spouse and Family Resources
MSU offers many resources to the spouses and families of graduate and professional students. Visit this page for more information from the Graduate School
The MSU Student Parent Resource Center offers a supportive environment to obtain information and resources for ALL student parents and their families on and off campus. Our staff combines expertise and experience in college course instruction, academic advising, and referrals to community resources for a variety of services.
“Supporting Student Parents to Graduation and Beyond”
Women*s Student Services (WSS) at Michigan State University advocates for intersectional gender equity through the engagement, empowerment, and leadership of all students
Registered Student Organizations
Find out about MSU Registered Student Organizations, including how to start a new RSO! Are you part of a grad student organization? Do you want to start a new graduate student org? Involve@state includes numerous resources for your organization. Check it out!
OCAT constructs supportive cultural, social and educational communities that actively involve students in learning. OCAT supports individual students in their navigation of cross-cultural encounters, and in their own understanding, exploration and development of cultural identity.
New MSU Multicultural Center
The Multicultural Center reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a welcoming campus community where students of all backgrounds can thrive and be successful. We’re excited to see how this space will foster new relationships, deepen understanding and encourage intellectual curiosity and shared experiences
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Safety and Security
MSU is committed to cultivating a safe and inclusive campus community characterized by a culture of safety and respect. The Graduate School values the safety and wellbeing of all members of our community. Learn about the resources that are available to you to support you in your work on and off campus.
Office of the University Ombudsperson:
The Ombudsman helps staff members, instructors, and administrators sort through university rules and regulations that might apply to specific student issues and concerns. We also identify MSU policies that may need revision.
The Office for Civil Rights and Title IX Education and Compliance (OCR) is comprised of the Prevention, Outreach, and Education Department (POE), Investigation, Support and Resolution (ISR), and the Office of the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator.
SpartansLearn
SpartansLearn is a place to find technology training and other professional development opportunities for the MSU community.
Guide to Land Acknowledgements
A land acknowledgement is an optional statement, often given at the beginning of organized events, celebrations and activities, or published in printed materials. A shortened land acknowledgement can also be used for email signatures. The purpose of a land acknowledgement is to recognize, respect and affirm the ongoing relationship between Indigenous people and the land. Land acknowledgements also raise awareness about the Indigenous histories, perspectives and experiences that are often suppressed or forgotten.
Digital Accessibility
Web accessibility is the inclusive practice of removing barriers which prevent access to information and functionalities on websites. An online document or tool is accessible when it can be easily understood and used by everyone, regardless of the browser or adaptive equipment he or she is using. This website provides a central place for web accessibility guidelines, tutorials, and services available to the MSU community
