Student Affairs Office

• Login into the scheduling system with your NetID and password (Note that you will be required to set up two-factor authentication to sign in)
• Select the Academic Progress tile
• Click the tab on the left, labeled Advising/Tutoring Appointments
• Click Create New Appointment in the upper right corner
• Category: choose Advising
• Advising/Tutoring Unit: select College of Education
• Appointment Reason: click on the search magnifier icon to select from the choices given
• Additional Information: include further details to help the advisor prepare for your appointment (required)
• Appointment Type: select in-person or Zoom. (There is more availability for in-person than zoom)
• Click on Select Advisor
• Click the Time Selected drop-down menu to view available times
• Click on Select Time to confirm the appointment
• Click Book It!”

• Login into scheduling system (Note that you will be required to set up two-factor authentication in order to sign in) and password
• Select the Academic Progress tile
• Click the tab on the left, labeled Advising/Tutoring Appointment
• Under My Appointments, select the appointment you want to cancel
• Scroll down and click Cancel Appointment

• Students with fewer than 56 credits may change their major to Education; however, students with 40-55 credits must meet with an Education advisor first.
  • Major Change Request Form
• Students must apply and be admitted to the teacher preparation program to remain in the Education major after 56 credits. Students with more than 28 credits are eligible to apply for admission. Students who do not apply or cannot be admitted to the teacher preparation program when they reach 56 credits must change out of the Education major. Students in other majors who apply and are admitted to the teacher preparation program will have their majors changed to Education as part of the admission process.
• If you are seeking a major change to something other than Elementary Education, please visit the website of that college to learn more about the process. If you wish to change your major to Exploratory Preference, or if you wish to discuss major options, please visit a Neighborhood Engagement Center for guidance.

• Students with fewer than 40 credits and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 may change their major to Kinesiology.
  • Major Change Request Form
• Students with 40-55 credits and/or a cumulative GPA below 2.0 must meet with a Kinesiology advisor before changing into the major.
• Students with more than 55 credits must meet admission requirements to remain in the Kinesiology major or change into the major. Students who are not admissible when they reach 56 credits must change out of the Kinesiology major.
• Students with more than 56 credits who have met admission requirements must complete a major change request.
• If you are seeking a major change to something other than Kinesiology, please visit the website of that college to learn more about the process. If you wish to change your major to Exploratory Preference, or if you wish to discuss major options, please visit a Neighborhood Engagement Center for guidance.

• Students with fewer than 56 credits may change their major to Education; however, students with 40-55 credits must meet with a Special Education advisor first.
  • Major Change Request Form
• Students must apply and be admitted to the teacher preparation program to remain in the Special Education major after 56 credits. Students with more than 28 credits are eligible to apply for admission. Students who do not apply or cannot be admitted to the teacher preparation program when they reach 56 credits must change out of the Special Education major. Students in other majors who apply and are admitted to the teacher preparation program will have their majors changed to Special Education as part of the admission process.
• If you are seeking a major change to something other than Special Education, please visit the website of that college to learn more about the process. If you wish to change your major to Exploratory Preference, or if you wish to discuss major options, please visit a Neighborhood Engagement Center for guidance.

Students pursuing teacher certification at the secondary (high school) level earn degrees in the departments/colleges of their teaching major (e.g., biology, French, music). To become certified, students must apply and be accepted for admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. Students with more than 28 credits are eligible to apply.

If you need help with administrative issues related to university policies and procedures (for example, a Grief Absence request) and you’ve been referred to your Associate/Assistant Dean or “Academic Dean,” please contact Kristy Chene, the director of Undergraduate Student Affairs in the College of Education.

If you’ve been referred to the Associate/Assistant Dean in your college because you wish to request a medical withdrawal, please contact the Director of Undergraduate Student Affairs, Kristy Chene.

The Honors College Advisors for students in Kinesiology are Latisha Hurd, Justin Wolfe, Jennifer Watson, and Liz Andrews.

The Honors College Advisors for students in Education and Special Education are Michael Haslett, and Abby Johnson.

Advisors for student-athletes in Kinesiology are Latisha Hurd and Liz Andrews.

Advisors for student-athletes in Education and Special Education is Michael Haslett.

All Education/Special Education advisors are available to advise secondary education students and prospective secondary education students about the teacher preparation program (including admission requirements, the application process, course requirements, the internship year, etc.). Secondary education students (and prospective secondary education students) should consult an advisor in their secondary major about degree requirements.

Students interested in transferring to MSU from another institution should contact the MSU Office of Admissions for general admission information as well as more specific information about transferring to MSU. The Office of Admissions reviews all transfer student applications and processes admission to all MSU majors. Want to learn more?

1. Find information about transferring to MSU as
   1. An Education major
   2. A Kinesiology major or
   3. A Special Education major
2. In addition, prospective transfer students are encouraged to use Transfer MSU to find MSU equivalencies for courses completed at other institutions.
3. College of Education advisors are happy to meet with prospective transfer students. Please call 517 353 9680 to schedule an appointment with an advisor in your intended major.

• Degree requirements for the B.S. in Kinesiology
• Degree requirements for the B.A. in Special Education

High school students interested in admission to MSU should contact the MSU Office of Admissions for information and a link to the online application. The Office of Admissions reviews all undergraduate student applications and processes admission to majors on a rolling basis. Early application is recommended.

There are opportunities throughout the year to tour campus, attend special admission events and/or meet with college advisors to discuss the majors you are considering. Visit the Office of Admissions for campus visit options and registration information. College of Education academic advisors offer informational meetings for high school students and their families on designated days each semester. Select the College of Education to see specific days and times.

The College of Education offers a route to initial teacher certification for individuals who have already earned a bachelor’s degree. Depending on your background and what you wish to teach, the program takes 2-3 years, including the teaching internship year. Learn more about the Post-Bachelor’s certification program and admission requirements then call 517 353 9680 to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

Teachers interested in adding new endorsements to their teaching certificates should email the Certification Office for information.

Joining a student organization is a great way to meet new people, learn more about a major or career, develop leadership skills, improve your resume, and help others in the Spartan tradition. With more than 700 registered student organizations at MSU, there’s something for everyone. Many students enjoy organizations related to their major; check out student organizations in the College of Education.

It’s possible to complete integrative studies requirements, degree major requirements, and elective courses all over the globe! There are also opportunities for international research and service projects. MSU administers over 275 programs worldwide each year, with some Study Away options available in the United States. Want to learn more?

• Learn about Education Abroad programs specially tailored for your major.
• Learn about College of Education Scholarships to support Education Abroad.
• Visit the MSU Office for Education Abroad.
• Learn about the Education Abroad Advising Center and Education Abroad 101.
• Learn about costs and financing for Education Abroad programs.

Learn about opportunities to get involved in research at the MSU and beyond! Check out the University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum (UURAF) in which nearly a thousand undergrad researchers from across campus present their work. Learn about student research opportunities within the College of Education. Kinesiology students may be particularly interested in student research opportunities within the Department of Kinesiology.

Gain exposure to a major or a career, develop on-the-job skills, and improve your resume through hands-on experience. Learn about internship opportunities on Handshake, talk with your advisor about internship requirements for your major, and visit a career consultant and/or career peer advisors to discuss options.

Do something good for others while also learning more about the world, developing transferrable skills, and improving your resume. Use the MSU Center for Community Engaged Learning resources or reach out to specific organizations to seek volunteer opportunities.