Class Issue

If it is a class-related issue (e.g., the question on the syllabus, a question pertaining to grades; team/group dynamics; or TA/ULA issues), the first step is to contact the instructor of the course.  If there is no response from the instructor (give them 2-3 business days), or if the issue relates to the course instructor, then contact the Associate Chair, or the Chair, of the Department where the course is offered. This person can be located via the MSU website or by calling the department office. For example, if the course is a mechanical engineering course, then you would contact the Mechanical Engineering Associate Chair for Graduate Studies.

 

Relationship and Sexual Violence, including Harassment, Stalking, Discrimination, and Retaliation

• If you are experiencing any form of relationship or sexual violence, please let MSU know this is occurring. If you feel you are in danger, please call 911.

• Reports should be made through this website (file a report).  https://civilrights.msu.edu/

  • ​Individuals can file at the time of the incident and then will be contacted to see if they would like to discuss it further. This office handles reports from and about students, faculty, and staff.

Health Related Support for MSU students and faculty

• If you or someone around you is a danger to themselves or others, call 911.

• MSU CAPS (Counseling and Psychiatric Services) offers free, confidential support for student's mental health and well-being: https://caps.msu.edu/

  • CAPS crisis line is available 24/7 at 517-355-8270 and press “1’ at the prompt.

• MSU Olin offers free, confidential health care for students: https://olin.msu.edu/

• Michigan 211 can connect students with a variety of community supports, ranging from support groups to assist in paying bills: https://www.mi211.org/

• Community Mental Health has counselors available by phone 24 hours a day (through the crisis services): http://www.ceicmh.org/

• “Stay Well” is a support program offered by the state of Michigan and also offers support 24 hours a day: https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus/0,9753,7-406-98178_99557---,00.html.

• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) offers free, confidential support for the mental health and well-being of employees (including graduate assistants): https://eap.msu.edu/

• Graduate Student Life and Wellness organized regular events and offers one-on-one and small-group coaching to support students: https://grad.msu.edu/wellness

• Graduate students are also encouraged to reach out to Dr. Katy Colbry for confidential support and advice: colbryka@msu.edu or http://bookkaty.colbry.com

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MSU Supports for Academic and Personal Needs:

• WorkLife Office offers events and individual appointments to help connect with campus and community resources, they also have several helpful listservs: https://worklife.msu.edu/

• Student Parent Resource Center provides a variety of information and assistance for students with children: https://studentparents.msu.edu/

• Student Food Bank provides free food and other items for students and their families: https://foodbank.msu.edu/

• Office of the Ombudsperson offers free, confidential advice and information to help students navigate academic and non-academic concerns: https://ombud.msu.edu/

• Financial Resources are available from various sources at MSU to support specific types of needs, like emergency funding and childcare assistance: https://www.egr.msu.edu/graduate/funding-opportunities

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Resources for International or Undocumented Students

• OISS (Office for International Students and Scholars) offers free advising and support for international students, including connections to funding and legal resources as needed: oisshelp@msu.edu

• Undocumented Student Resources— https://undocumented.msu.edu/

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Campus Resources to Support Students

• College of Engineering Support Offices – if you need help with classes, studying, connecting with others, seeking mentoring, or want to participate in student events – start here.

• Gender and Sexuality – Judy Cordes – cordes@egr.msu.edu  – this includes Women in Engineering and LGBTQ+ connections

• Multi-cultural Initiatives – Liz Burbatt – burbatte@msu.edu – this includes racial and ethnic minorities, first-generation students, veterans

• Resources for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD)

  • ​For students who have a disability that substantially limits a major life activity, you can register with RCPD and you may be eligible to receive accommodations. https://www.rcpd.msu.edu/