In This Issue

• Curious what the Class of 2025 has been up to since graduation?

• The last day for CAPS Connect in Case Hall this semester will be April 27

• Tom Boyd, State Court Administrator for the Michigan Supreme Court, is JMC's April Alumnus in Residence

• Upcoming events

• Student org events, including JMC Gala

• Opportunities of interest to JMC students

• Student resources in Case Hall

• Madisonian Mention: Suri Peng

Class of 2025 Career Updates

CAPS Connect

A representative  from CAPS Connect, Victor Léon, is available weekly for drop-in counseling in Case Hall. Victor is available for free, confidential drop-in counseling on Monday afternoons from 3 to 5 p.m. in S363 Case Hall. His last day in Case Hall for the Spring 2026 Semester will be April 27.

Alumnus in Residence: Tom Boyd

Tom Boyd, State Court Administrator for the Michigan Supreme Court, is JMC's April Alumnus in Residence. Current JMC students are invited to schedule a one-on-one virtual meeting with Boyd to discuss their career journeys and life after Madison.

Schedule a virtual 15-meeting with Tom Boyd via Calendly.

Events

Queer Futurisms: Identity, Culture and Critique: The 2026 Stephen O Murray Symposium, April 15, all day (morning and afternoon sessions), in Club Spartan or via Zoom. This daylong gathering of scholars and community members will explore the past, present and future of LGBTQ+ life and scholarship. Scholars from across the U.S. and a nationally recognized drag artist will present qualitative research, personal narrative and performance ethnography. RSVP via Eventbrite.

Israeli Speculative Fiction Book Launch 
Apr. 16, 5 to 6:30 p.m. in JMC Library, 332 Case Hall. Join for a book launch and conversation on Israeli Speculative Fiction: Beyond Is/real featuring editors Elana Gomel and Vered Weiss with additional contributors joining virtually. The discussion will explore how Israeli speculative fiction connects to global literature while offering unique perspectives on identity, culture, and imagination. The book highlights the depth and diversity of the genre. Learn more via JMC Events.

Student Org Events

JMC Student & Staff Basketball Game (hosted by Student Senate), April 18, 12:30 p.m. in IM West Gym. Learn more via Instagram.

Student Resources

Academic Advising
Academic advisors are available for drop-in advising through the Express Advising Center in 328 S. Case Hall on weekdays. Visit JMC’s website for more info.

Internships & Education Abroad Advising
Students with questions about internships and education abroad programs can meet with Field Experience Coordinator Lauren Michalak for drop-in advising on Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. in 329 South Case Hall.

JMC Community Counselor: Drop-In Counseling
CAPS Connect counselor Victor Léon is available for free, confidential drop-in counseling on Monday afternoons from 3 to 5 p.m. in S363 Case Hall. Visit MSU CAPS Connect for more information.

JMC Basic Needs Pantry
A basic needs pantry for students is now open in Room 329 South Case. The self-serve pantry includes non-perishable food, hygiene and household cleaning items, and cold weather clothing, and is available during weekday business hours. Contact Assistant Dean Brian Johnson ([email protected]) with questions.

Writing Center at JMC
Need help working through an assignment, essay or presentation? The Writing Center at JMC in 341 Case Hall will be open Monday-Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. Schedule an appointment or drop in.

Office Hours with Assoc. Dean Linda Racioppi
Associate Dean Linda Racioppi holds weekly office hours on Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. in S359 Case Hall. Stop in to discuss your academic journey with college leadership. These drop-in office hours are open to all Madison students.

Connect with JMC’s Career Peer  
Need help with resumes, cover letters, personal statements or interview prep? Connect with JMC’s Career Peer, Taylor Toth, during weekly office hours held Wednesdays from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in S329 South Case or schedule on Handshake. Taylor can also review materials sent to [email protected].

Madisonian Mention: Suri Peng

Learn more about Suri below!

“Hi everyone, my name is Suri Peng, and I am a freshman majoring in Neuroscience and Comparative Cultures and Politics! I hope to pursue a career revolving around advocacy and am especially interested in research about sleep and sleep disorders. I serve as a Freshman Caucus member on JMC Student Senate, but I’ve also been privileged to be a part of so many unique experiences across campus this year that have shaped my freshman experience!”

“I am currently an intern for APASO (Asian Pacific American Student Organization), where I’ve been able to learn about APASO’s impact across campus and help execute its student events! Additionally, I am a part of the Asian Interest Sorority, aKDPhi, where I am currently a fundraising chair! We are a part of the Multicultural Greek Council, where I will be serving as the Vice President of Philanthropy in the following year. Especially at a school where the Asian American population is pretty small, I want to be intentional with where I am putting my involvement into ensuring that I can contribute to making our impact reach all aspects of campus! I am also a resident of Hubbard Hall, where I am the president of our Hall Government. We recently had a DIY slime de-stresser event. Alongside my involvement across campus, I love traditional fan and hat dancing, and I was lucky enough to perform a fan dance with the Vietnamese Student Association for their annual banquet a couple of weeks ago! For me, when college gets stressful, I need ways to help de-stress outside of my phone, and I’ve found that hobbies like fan dancing, making slime or yoga have helped me maintain a healthy mindset.”

Favorite Movie: Paprika

Favorite artist or band: Brockhampton

Favorite JMC Class: MC201 (I don’t have a lot of options to choose from yet)

Best study spot on campus: Holden Basement

Best Combo Spot: Holden Grubhub for the Pesto Alfredo Pasta

Favorite Dining Hall: Akers… for the Tandoori Butter Chicken

Have questions or submissions for this newsletter? Contact Jane Deacon ([email protected]).