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Events

As part of Checkpoint 5: In-Person Welcome Programming, the New Student Orientation team presents a variety of signature events designed to support students as they transition to campus life.

These events provide opportunities for new students to engage with their peers, faculty, and staff, fostering a sense of community and belonging. Through a carefully curated selection of activities, the orientation team aims to ease the transition into college by offering valuable resources, building connections, and introducing students to the unique culture and traditions of the institution. 

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Spartan Welcome Days

These are 1-day, optional in-person orientation and advising programs. Students will spend half of their day participating in New Student Orientation (NSO) activities and half of their day with their academic colleges! Families and supporters of new students will have programming from NSO and MSU departments to attend as well. Students can spend the night in an on-campus residence hall prior to their program. Participating colleges include: Arts & Letters, Education, James Madison, Natural Science, Social Science, Undergraduate Education, Communication Arts & Sciences

Family & Supporter Resource Fair and Lounge

The Family & Supporter Resource Fair and Lounge consist of a drop-in style resource fair featuring partners from across campus, and a relaxing lounge space located in the Munn Ice Arena. These events feature several fun activities for families/supporters and their students to engage in! This year, the resource fair will be located in the Breslin Event Center from 10am-3pm and the lounge will be located in the Munn Ice Arena from 3pm-6pm.

New Student Kickoff

The New Student Kickoff is an exciting event that launches Welcome to State and the new academic year! All new students are required to attend this event, as it welcomes them to Michigan State University. Including important campus figures and traditions, the New Student Kickoff is an exciting start to the Fall Welcome program!

Campus Open House

The Campus Open House is a self-guided exploration of campus, featuring important departments, services, and more! In addition to our campus partner involvement, the Campus Open House includes components like Belong at State activities, which aim to help students find their community at MSU; the Spartan Quest, where students can explore campus with a Spartan Leader; and Relaxation Stations, where students can engage in mindfulness and relieve their stress!

Sparty Gras

Sparty Gras is an exciting carnival-themed event where Spartans come together for festive fun! Including carnival games, food trucks, music, prizes, and more, Sparty Gras is the perfect chance to connect with other Spartans under the neon lights.

Fall Transfer Student Welcome

The Fall Transfer Student Welcome is an exciting event sponsored by the Transfer Student Success Center where new transfer students can connect with other new students, engage with campus partners in a resource fair format, and participate in a community service project!

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