The campus, food, organizations, people, academics, and nightlife of Michigan State University are unlike any other. MSU is full of down-to-earth, nice people who want to have fun but also focus on their academics. Though it is a big campus, it is not hard to find where you are going and you get used to it.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If you want to go in blind in the dorms, but not totally blind- find the app on Facebook called RoomSync and they match you up with people. You get the final say and can even talk to these matches.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Academics are strongly encouraged here especially with scholarships, organizations, and to graduate. These classes are not a breeze, you have to put time and effort into them because professors want you to learn, but it is not their duty to make you. There are many libraries to assist students and way more resources to help further. We have engagement centers in most neighborhoods where you can get more help or tutoring.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Dorm life depends on which neighborhood you live in, but I highly recommend living in the dorms. There are different styles of dorms, where two people live and share a bathroom with two other people, together with four people, or two people and a community bathroom. There are also female only floors, male only floors, or co-ed. It all depends on what you're comfortable with and location, location, location. Only one dorm is central to campus, the rest are divided among the outskirts of the square mile campus. You're likely to make friends right away with the help of your RA and hall activities such as hall dinners, contests, or meeting people from other floors.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Most of the dining halls are built into the dorm rooms so that you don't even have to leave your dorm building to eat. There are different stations and different choices every single day. Almost all of the cafeterias have been renovated or are in the process of being renovated. MSU offers pasta, pizza, sandwiches, Michigan specialty plates, desserts, salads, fruits, breakfast, and much more. Basically anything you could want.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
MSU has a strong Greek life around campus and there are so many groups for leadership or community service. There are multiple intramural teams of each sport that tons of students participate in. I personally love attending football games in the fall and I've also been to a hockey game. Those were some of the most fun times, along with going out with friends on the weekends. But you're not limited to the weekend, a bar near Grand River turns into a College Night dance club on Wednesday nights which many frequent.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
By attending a school where your grades are a crucial part of getting in, employers look at our students more than other colleges. You also get the choice of the vast amount of electives MSU has to offer. You do have to take some prerequisite classes but there is some variation.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The Bellmont tower and many other buildings are very historic, even Mayo hall is said to be haunted by Mary Mayo herself. MSU has a large rock next to the Auditorium that they spray paint for many activities and for Greek life.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Outgoing students, involved students, athletic students, resourceful students, small town students looking for a change, anyone who wants to make a difference and attend a wonderful school.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
At the beginning of the year, a huge presentation of clubs and organizations is held at the Munn field called Sparticipation. You can find anything you are interested in and find more information. It's free too! There is a concert and many freebies you can choose from.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Sororities and fraternities are abundant and often hold fundraisers for good causes. Fraternities even host parties on the weekends. A good place to go to go dancing or meet new people.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
There are green lights located all over campus in case of emergency that call the police for you. Along with that, police do, of course, drive around.
The campus, food, organizations, people, academics, and nightlife of Michigan State University are unlike any other. MSU is full of down-to-earth, nice people who want to have fun but also focus on their academics. Though it is a big campus, it is not hard to find where you are going and you get used to it.
If you want to go in blind in the dorms, but not totally blind- find the app on Facebook called RoomSync and they match you up with people. You get the final say and can even talk to these matches.
Academics are strongly encouraged here especially with scholarships, organizations, and to graduate. These classes are not a breeze, you have to put time and effort into them because professors want you to learn, but it is not their duty to make you. There are many libraries to assist students and way more resources to help further. We have engagement centers in most neighborhoods where you can get more help or tutoring.
Dorm life depends on which neighborhood you live in, but I highly recommend living in the dorms. There are different styles of dorms, where two people live and share a bathroom with two other people, together with four people, or two people and a community bathroom. There are also female only floors, male only floors, or co-ed. It all depends on what you're comfortable with and location, location, location. Only one dorm is central to campus, the rest are divided among the outskirts of the square mile campus. You're likely to make friends right away with the help of your RA and hall activities such as hall dinners, contests, or meeting people from other floors.
Most of the dining halls are built into the dorm rooms so that you don't even have to leave your dorm building to eat. There are different stations and different choices every single day. Almost all of the cafeterias have been renovated or are in the process of being renovated. MSU offers pasta, pizza, sandwiches, Michigan specialty plates, desserts, salads, fruits, breakfast, and much more. Basically anything you could want.
MSU has a strong Greek life around campus and there are so many groups for leadership or community service. There are multiple intramural teams of each sport that tons of students participate in. I personally love attending football games in the fall and I've also been to a hockey game. Those were some of the most fun times, along with going out with friends on the weekends. But you're not limited to the weekend, a bar near Grand River turns into a College Night dance club on Wednesday nights which many frequent.
By attending a school where your grades are a crucial part of getting in, employers look at our students more than other colleges. You also get the choice of the vast amount of electives MSU has to offer. You do have to take some prerequisite classes but there is some variation.
The Bellmont tower and many other buildings are very historic, even Mayo hall is said to be haunted by Mary Mayo herself. MSU has a large rock next to the Auditorium that they spray paint for many activities and for Greek life.
Outgoing students, involved students, athletic students, resourceful students, small town students looking for a change, anyone who wants to make a difference and attend a wonderful school.
At the beginning of the year, a huge presentation of clubs and organizations is held at the Munn field called Sparticipation. You can find anything you are interested in and find more information. It's free too! There is a concert and many freebies you can choose from.
Sororities and fraternities are abundant and often hold fundraisers for good causes. Fraternities even host parties on the weekends. A good place to go to go dancing or meet new people.
There are green lights located all over campus in case of emergency that call the police for you. Along with that, police do, of course, drive around.