JMC Connect Newsletter: Week of Jan. 27
Events and opportunities of interest to JMC students (week of Jan. 27).
In This Issue
Upcoming JMC events
Student org events
Opportunities of interest to Madison students
Resources to help you navigate life on campus
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Events
Americans and the Holocaust Exhibition
Jan. 27, 6 to 8 p.m., at the Library of Michigan (702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing). Join Daniel Greene, curator of the Americans and the Holocaust exhibition, in a discussion on the domestic conditions in the United States — including economic depression, isolationism, xenophobia, racism and antisemitism — that shaped Americans’ responses to atrocities abroad. Learn more via Library of Michigan
Global Development in South Asia Summer Study Abroad Info Session
Jan. 28, 4 to 5 p.m., via Zoom. Attend an information session on the South Asia Summer Study Abroad Program. Students in the program will travel to India and Sri Lanka in May-June 2025 and be introduced to real-world development problems and potential solutions to long-standing challenges. Learn more via JMC Events
JMC Lunch Chat
Jan. 29, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., JMC Library (332 Case Hall). Stop by the JMC Library for a free lunch and conversation with staff, faculty and fellow JMC students. This event is for current JMC students only.
EMBRACE Dialogue #4: “What is Justice?”
Jan. 29, 6 to 7:30 p.m., in JMC Library (332 Case Hall). Join JMC’s Office of Justice, Equity & Inclusion for an impactful discussion on the implications of justice in day-to-day life and activism. JMC RSOs, staff, students and faculty are invited to engage in this timely discussion. RSVP and learn more via Eventbrite
Student Organizations
JMC Women of Color: Vision Board Night
Jan. 27, 6:30 p.m., Room 339 Case Hall. Start your semester strong and visually set your goals by joining JMC Women of Color in creating vision boards. Learn more via Instagram
JMC Student Senate Blood Drive
Feb. 6, 12 to 4:30 p.m. in Club Spartan (338 Case Hall). This event is brought to you by JMC Senate's Community Service Network! Learn more via Instagram and make an appointment to donate online.
Refugee Outreach Collective
Refugee Outreach Collective is seeking a marketing chair, who is responsible for social media posts, email and text communications, and content that advertises events and volunteer opportunities. Apply via Google Forms. ROC meets Monday nights in Case Hall from 7 to 8 p.m. Learn more via Instagram
Opportunities
MSU Division of Student Affairs Scholarships
The MSU Division of Student Affairs has more than 20 scholarships available for undergraduate students. The application deadline for most is March 10. Apply and learn more via MSU Student Life and Engagement
Undergraduate Research Workshops
Thinking about participating in undergraduate research at MSU? Consider attending these upcoming workshops to discover various forms of research and gain a comprehensive understanding of undergraduate research:
Summer Research Opportunities, Jan. 27, 7 p.m. via Zoom
Finding Undergraduate Research Opportunities, Jan. 30, 7 p.m. via Zoom
Writing Abstracts, Feb. 6, 7 p.m. via Zoom
Learn more and register via Undergraduate Research Events
Resources
JMC Express Academic Advising
Need to meet with an academic advisor? JMC’s Advising Center in 328 South Case Hall is open daily for express drop-in advising:
Monday-Thursday: 12:30 to 4 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Find more information, including whether you should use express advising or schedule an appointment, on JMC’s website.
JMC Community Counselor: Drop-In Counseling
CAPS Connect will be back in Case Hall every Monday (1:30 to 3:30 p.m.) this semester! CAPS Connect provides a place to talk about what's on your mind during a brief, free, confidential conversation with a CAPS counselor. It is a great way to receive one-time support and expert suggestions, or get to know CAPS staff and the services available to you. To sign up and see all location/scheduling options, click here.