The Spartan Orientation Station

Spartan Orientation Station-Family Fridays Edition: Navigating the College Transition

Hello families and supporters! Welcome back to the Spartan Orientation Station’s Family Fridays series, brought to you by the NSO Family and Supporter Committee. In this episode, we’re talking about navigating the transition to college alongside your student. As students gain more independence, family dynamics may begin to shift, making communication, boundaries, and expectations more important than ever. Members of MSU’s Family and Supporter and Event Planning Committee share advice on staying connected, supporting your Spartan, and adjusting to this new chapter together.

First-Year Engineering CoRe Experience

Welcome back to The Spartan Orientation Station 💚 In this episode, we’re learning more about the First-Year Engineering CoRe Experience at Michigan State University. CoRe is designed to help first-year engineering students live, learn, succeed, and engage as they begin their time at MSU. From designated housing in South Neighborhood to first-year engineering courses and tutoring, CoRe gives students support inside and outside of the classroom. Whether you’re an incoming engineering student or just want to learn more about what support looks like in the College of Engineering, tune in to hear how CoRe helps Spartans build community, explore their goals, and start engineering their future. 🎧

Five in Five(ish): Collegiate Recovery Community

Welcome back to The Spartan Orientation Station 💚 In this episode, we’re learning more about the Collegiate Recovery Community at Michigan State University. We’re joined by Dawn Kepler, who shares what the Collegiate Recovery Community is, the physical spaces available on campus, and how students can get involved in this resource. She also talks about the resources available for students in recovery, as well as ways allies can support and better understand the community. Whether you’re interested in learning more for yourself or want to know how to support someone else, this episode is a great place to start. Tune in to hear more about the people, spaces, and resources helping Spartans feel supported at MSU. 🎧

Five in Five(ish): Campus Safety Tips

Welcome back to Spartan Orientation Station 💚 It’s another Five in Five(ish), and this time we’re talking about Safety Tips on Campus.

Five in Five(ish): Top 5 Eats

Welcome back to Spartan Orientation Station 💚 It’s another Top Five in Five(ish), and this time we’re talking food. Whether you're looking for a quick bite between classes, a late-night snack, or a nice sit-down meal, MSU and East Lansing have plenty of great options. Today, we’re counting down some of our favorite spots to grab a meal all over campus and the surrounding area.