Neighborhood Resources
Neighborhood Resources
ACADEMIC
HEALTH and WELLNESS
This is a time when you must continue to care for your health. To that end, Olin Health Center is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Please call 517-353-4660 first if you would like to see a medical provider. If you need to have a prescription filled, please use the MyMSUHealth patient portal to make the request: https://mymsuhealth.hc.msu.edu
Important Short-Term Changes to CAPS Services (more information à https://caps.msu.edu/ )
- As a COVID-19 preventive measure, CAPS offices at Olin Health Center, MSU Student Union, and the Neighborhoods are closed.
- Students in crisis: Please call 9-1-1, go to your nearest emergency room, or call CAPS anytime day or night at 517-355-8270 and press “1” at the prompt to receive assistance from a crisis counselor over the phone.
- CAPS counseling and psychiatry staff will work remotely to help meet the needs of MSU students.
- Established clients with scheduled appointments will be offered phone or Zoom sessions. Clients will be contacted and given instructions.
- All group counseling services have been canceled. Group co-leaders will reach out to students to discuss alternative options, such as phone consultations.
- Established psychiatry patients can contact their provider through the MyMSUHealth patient portal at https://mymsuhealth.hc.msu.edu (patients concerned about potential cost should mention this to their provider).
- Patients needing a prescription refill prior to their next appointment can use the MyMSUHealth patient portal to make the request: https://mymsuhealth.hc.msu.edu
- Students not in crisis: If you do not have a scheduled appointment, and/or are not already established with CAPS, you have the option to complete a CAPS-Phone-Request for a phone consultation appointment to discuss your needs and assist with connecting you with available resources. URL: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9GNsDVC3VlH3wnr
- CAPS Phone (517-355-8270) has a voice prompt with 3 options:
- (Press 1) To talk with a crisis counselor,
- (Press 2) to leave a message with the CAPS Nurse which will be responded to within one business day, or
- (Press 3) for general messages.
Information to come
Other MSU Services
Find helpful resources to support your career planning, job and internship search, grad school application, and interview preparation through the Career Services Network. Access the Virtual Career Center Resources at https://careernetwork.msu.edu/channels/undergraduate/
or schedule a phone or Zoom career advising appointment through Handshake.
Brody, Brody 175, Monday, 8:00p-9:00ppm
RiverTrail, McDonel Hall Kiva, Monday, 8-9pm
South, Case 338, Tuesday, 8-9pm
MSU Federal Credit Union is excited to offer virtual Financial 4.0 sessions this Fall . Attend sessions to learn about credit, investing, how to prepare for adult-life, and more! Be sure to ask your professor if they’re offering extra credit for attending, and check out our events schedule at financial40.org to find links for each session.
Networking to the Next Step: 9/7 1:00pm & 10/25 6:00pm
Spending With Intention: 8/13 6:00pm & 12/6 5:00pm
Before You Start Investing: 9/20 5:00pm & 11/14 2:00pm
Conquering Student Loans: 8/26 2:00pm & 11/8 5:00pm
Credit Basics: 10/4 6:00pm & 11/29 6:00pm
Renting vs. Buying: 10/11 6:00pm
Comparing Compensation and Benefits: 10/17 5:00pm
Conquering Student Loans: 3/1 6pm 7 4/19 6:00pmpm
Securing Your Finances From Fraud, 11/1 6:00pm
Through a variety of workshops and structures study sessions, the Collaborative Learning Center can help you get on the path to academic success. Students will learn to set goals, use their time more efficiently, and become better learners.
How to Take Notes from Online Lectures
Tips and Strategies for Online Note-Taking
Adapting note taking skills to fit online courses can be challenging. Here are some note-taking strategies to use while studying online.
How to Give Presentations Online
Tips and Strategies for Virtual Presentations
As we go online, students must consider challenges associated with presenting to a virtual audience. Here are some tips for giving effective online presentations.
Addressing Different Techniques for Online Learning
Online learning can present a unique set of challenges if you are not prepared. Listen as we discuss various strategies for succeeding in an online course.
How to Schedule a Zoom Meeting
Learn how to schedule a zoom meeting and invite participants.
Joining a Zoom Meeting
Learn how to join a zoom meeting using the zoom link sent to your MSU email
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Below is a link to navigate the gender inclusive restrooms across campus.
https://opb.msu.edu/functions/facilities/single-occupancy-restrooms/index.html
Math can be challenging; the MLC can help. They offer free math help for most 100 and 200 level math classes, and even some upper-level classes. Not all courses may be offered at each location. See https://math.natsci.msu.edu/MLC/index.aspx for information on the courses that are available at each location.
Brody: Brody 138 Monday – Thursday 6:00pm – 8:50pm
East: Akers 133,134, &135 Monday – Thursday, 6:00pm – 8:50pm
South: Holden C134 & C135, Monday – Thursday 6:00pm – 8:50pm
If you need help collaborating on short stories, PowerPoint presentations, emails, school essays, applications, resumes, book reports or anything else, the writing center can help. The Writing Center offers both in-person and online appointments. Appointments are available at https://msuwriting.mywconline.com/
Additionally, the Writing Center has instituted an online Chat feature that can be accessed through their homepage. This chat feature is intended to answer quick questions, help students make appointments, or troubleshoot any tech issues with their online appointments
Brody, Room 159 Friday, 9:00am – 2:00pm
East, Hubbard 129, Sunday & Tuesday 5:00pm – 9:00pm
RiverTrail, McDonel C105 & C106, Monday & Wednesday 5:00pm – 9:00pm
South, Holden C136, Monday & Wednesday, 5:00 pm -9:00 pm
For more information visit https://socialscience.msu.edu/undergraduate/current-students/student-success/pal-program.html
South, Holden C131, Tuesday & Thursday, 4:30pm – 6:00pm
North, MSU Union, Sunday – Thursday, 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Peer Research Assistants can help you find information for your research papers and identify different kinds of materials – examples include: articles, books, or whatever else you might need to do your research. They can help you understand citation styles and create citations. They can also help you get connected to other library services that may help you. Appointments are available online at: Click here to access appointment calendar.
East, Hubbard 133, Monday – Thursday, 6:00pm – 9:00pm