Events
JoteríaCrit: New Decolonial Educational Possibilities
March 18, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Partnerships is hosting the fourth session of its learning initiative “Operating in an Anti-LGBTQ+ Climate: Responses from Educators & Advocates.” Drs. Gonzalez and Salas-SantaCruz will lead a conversation exploring jotería research and pedagogy. This session is open to all members of the CED community. No prior knowledge necessary. HYBRID EVENT: 252 Erickson Hall or join via Zoom. Learn more via PDF
COGS Coffee & Connection
March 19, 9 to 10 a.m. Join the Council of Graduate Students at the MSU Museum. Enjoy a beverage and treats, and explore the museum. Learn more via MSU COGS
Lunch with the Dean of the Graduate School
March 19, 12 to 1 p.m. During the academic year, the Dean of the Graduate School, Pero Dagbovie, invites grad students to join him for lunch and conversation in Chittenden Hall. Learn more via the Graduate School
Sip into Spring with President Guskiewicz
Spring has sprung and the College of Education is rolling out the “Green Carpet” for students, faculty and staff. The Dean’s Office is hosting Sip into Spring on the Green Carpet on March 20, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., in the main lobbies of Erickson Hall and IM Circle. Join us to feel renewed with light refreshments and snacks, and have your picture taken on the green carpet.
This event ushers in a new spring season and inspires a strong finish to the academic year — and will help us celebrate the arrival of our new university president! MSU President Kevin M. Guskiewicz is expected to be in attendance between 3:30 to 4:10 p.m. Look forward to seeing you there!
Writing Your Research Statement
March 20, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Writing an effective research statement is an important first step to move you from being an “applicant” to an “interviewee.” During this session, participants will discuss strategies for preparing an effective research statement that leverages your experiences and demonstrates your potential. VIRTUAL EVENT: Learn more via the Graduate School
Abrams Planetarium with COGS
March 20, 7 p.m. MSU’s Council of Graduate Students invites you to discover the wonders of Abrams Planetarium, located in the center of MSU campus, with a special free show just for grad students. Featured show: Experience of the Aurora. Show is 30 minutes and is followed by a 30-minute live presentation of the current evening sky. Learn more via MSU COGS
Third Thursday Craft Meet Up
March 21, 4 to 6 p.m. Visit the MSU Libraries Makerspace to take a break and make with others. Bring your own crafts or use MSU Libraries’ supplies. Knitting, collaging, perler beads and more. Free and all are welcome. Learn more via MSU Libraries
Education Policy Speaker Series: Dr. Richard O. Welsh
March 22, 10:30 a.m. The next Education Policy Speaker Series guest, Dr. Richard O. Welsh from Vanderbilt University, will present on “Examining the Importance of Intersectionality and Neighborhoods in School Discipline.” HYBRID EVENT: Learn more via PDF
How to design a randomized online experiment on Qualtrics
March 22, 3 to 4 p.m. This workshop will cover how to design instruction and question blocks, how to include audio and visual features in your experimental design, attention checks, and randomization. Register via MSU CSTAT
Graduate School Write-In
March 22, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. These events provide writers with an opportunity to work in a shared space with others present. A Writing Center consultant/staff member is present to provide consultations. Learn more via the Graduate School
Coalitional resistances against curricula of violence: Thinking globally about anti-APIDA/A racism across educational spaces
March 22, 12 to 1 p.m. In this Brown Bag session, Drs. An and Hsieh will discuss the ways that Asian & Asian Americans are positioned, position themselves, and can use their unique positionalities in solidarity with other marginalized communities across educational spaces in the US and globally. VIRTUAL EVENT: Zoom: ID 949 8933 7185 | PW: OISE. Learn more via PDF
MSU Museum Study Saturday
March 23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. MSU Museum is open for studying. Students can sit wherever is free and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks. Learn more via MSU Museum
Drop-In Sports Arena with COGS
March 23, 2 to 4 p.m. Take a break from the grind to join COGS and fellow grad students for an afternoon of playtime in the IM-West Sports Arena. Drop-in volleyball, badminton and basketball in the Sports Arena. No experience or skills necessary. Learn more via MSU COGS
Opportunities
Graduate Students and Sense of Belonging at MSU
SAA master’s students are looking for graduate students at MSU to complete a five-minute survey about their experience with sense of belonging on our campus. These students are trying to explore sense of belonging among graduate students on our campus and successfully complete an assessment project for EAD 889. This survey is open to all graduate domestic students at MSU (master’s, professional or doctorate). Complete the survey via Qualtrics by March 25.
Summer 2024 Tuition Pool Call for Applications
Attention: Graduate Teaching Assistants
The Graduate Employees Union and Michigan State University agreed to add 500 additional tuition credits to the tuition waiver benefit for teaching assistants. This additional benefit will be in place for 2019-2023. The Summer tuition pool is available to students appointed as teaching assistants in Summer 2024. Apply by: March 29. Learn more via the Graduate School
Certification in College Teaching
The University Graduate Certification in College Teaching (CCT), an initiative of the Graduate School in partnership with MSU colleges, helps graduate students and postdocs organize, develop and document their teaching experiences. The College of Education will cover the $20 registration fee for any CED students who wish to participate. Register for upcoming sessions on May 6, 9 and 10via the Graduate School
Take Your Child to Work Day 2024
Attention: Grad Students Employed by MSU
Registration is now live for MSU’s Take Your Child to Work Day on April 11. MSU employees are encouraged to bring their child, or a special child in their life, to celebrate the many career, educational and entertainment events right here at MSU. (Check out events hosted through the College of Education via PDF). Learn more via MSU’s WorkLife Office
Childcare Resources at MSU
Learn more about childcare resources at Michigan State University via slides prepared by MSU’s WorkLife Office and Student Parent Resources Center.
Emerging Engagement Scholars Workshop
Attention: Doctoral
This intensive professional development program provides advanced doctoral students and early career faculty with background literature, dialogue, mentoring, and workshops designed to increase their knowledge and enhance their practice of community-engaged scholarship. This year’s EESW will take place Oct. 7-8, 2024, immediately before the Engagement Scholarship Consortium conference in Portland, OR. All EESW participants will receive a free registration to the conference. Contact Diane Doberneck (connordm@msu.edu) with questions. Learn more via the Engagement Scholarship Consortium
MSU IT Instructional Development Training
MSU IT is offering several virtual instructional technology and development recordings for educators in March. Take a deep dive into accessibility considerations and effective course design tools and other technology-informed teaching strategies. Learn more via Technology at MSU
MSU Community Engagement Scholars Program
The MSU Community Engagement Scholars Program is currently seeking applicants for the 2024-25 cohort, as well as a Graduate Student Coordinator to serve from May 2024 to May 2025. If you are a graduate student interested in community engagement, you can find more details about the program and how to apply via the Center for Community Engaged Learning
UURAF Seeking College of Education Judges
UURAF is seeking judges to evaluate UG student research poster. The College of Education needs eight judges — faculty or graduate students. Specifically, we need three for education and five for kinesiology. Please sign up by March 29 (select one option per timeslot). The UURAF will be face-to-face at the Breslin Center on April 12. Register to participate via SignUpGenius
Summer 2024 Course Opportunity: CEP 932 Graduate Statistics, Part 1
Dr. Tenko Raykov will teach CEP 932 Graduate Statistics, Part 1 during summer session 1 in 2024. Students who complete this course can continue with Part 2 (CEP 933) in the fall. Contact Tenko Raykov (raykov@msu.edu) with questions.
2024 Outstanding Mentoring Awards
Nominations for this year’s Graduate School Outstanding Mentoring Awards are now open. These awards recognize graduate programs, faculty, and doctoral students who exemplify mentoring best practices. Applications due: April 15 and May 15. Learn more via the Graduate School