Parental Resources

Michigan State University ensures that every student has the guidance needed to succeed. As parents, there are many questions you may have, and we are committed to providing the resources you need to help your student be the best Spartan they can be.

• Stay Informed
  • Spartan Family Connections - This center provides the parents and families of students the opportunity to be involved in their student’s lives and provide additional support to them. 
  • Calendar of Events - Stay up-to-date on all events happening during the school year.  
  • Academic calendar - The academic calendar for students.
• Campus Living
  • https://liveon.msu.edu/ 
  • https://liveon.msu.edu/campus-life
• Talking to Your Student About College
  An important conversation every parent or guardian should have with their student is one about navigating the difficulties of college. If your student is a first generation college student, MSU wants to help them prepare with the resources they need to succeed.
• Supporting Your Student
  For additional advice and tools on ensuring your students’ success, visit Spartan Family Connections.
• Admissions and Financial Aid
  For Admissions and Financial Aid access, visit the Office of Financial Aid or Spartan Family Connections. For additional financial information, visit the Michigan State Federal Credit Union.
• Visiting Your Student

  When you want to visit your student, there are a few things you will need to be aware of to make your visit go smoothly:

  • Parking 
  • Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center
  • Dining
• Community Organizations
  • MIRC – Michigan Immigrant Rights Center
  • Welcoming Michigan
  • One Michigan
  • United We Dream