In This Issue

• Apply for JMC Academic Affairs Scholarships by Friday

• Applications for the JMC Research Showcase close on Friday

• JMC’s May 2026 Career Exposure Program is headed to Detroit

• Upcoming events

• Opportunities of interest to JMC students

• Student resources in Case Hall

• Madisonian Mention: Thea Walerski

JMC Scholarships

All current JMC students are encouraged to apply to JMC’s Academic Affairs Scholarships. Applications are due March 13. Learn more about how to apply on JMC’s website.

JMC Research Showcase

JMC’s 2026 Research Showcase will be held on April 24 in Case Hall. Students are invited to present their scholarship with faculty, staff, peers and external audiences. Learn more about the event and submit your application by March 13.

JMC Career Exposure Program

Interested in seeing where your JMC degree can take you? Curious about what a career in the Detroit area might look like? Join JMC's Career Services and Field Experience Offices for the Madison Career Exposure Program in Detroit (May 4-6, 2026). Participants will:

• meet with over a dozen alumni and employers,

• engage with a "Careers in Law" panel featuring Madisonians in the legal field,

• and attend an alumni reception for networking opportunities.

The program fee (approx. $450) will cover lodging, transportation and some group activities. All student levels (from first year to those who graduate in May) welcome. Apply via Qualtrics by March 24.

Events

PASE Major Info Session
March 10, 4 p.m. in the JMC Library (332 Case Hall). Learn about JMC’s newest major, Public Affairs for Secondary Education, as a pathway to becoming a social studies teacher. JMC academic advisor Emelia Hammond and College of Education Teacher Preparation advisor Abby Johnson will outline requirements and opportunities for PASE and the teacher preparation pathway. Session is geared toward first- and second-year students. Learn more via JMC (share your email via Qualtrics to receive a reminder the day of the event).

War in the Middle East in Context: The United States, Iran and Regional Conflict
March 10, 5 p.m. via Zoom. The recent coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran marked the beginning of a rapidly expanding regional war, triggering widespread casualties across Iran and neighboring countries. This online teach-in session gathers experts on Iran and Middle East politics to examine the origins, dynamics and stakes, exploring how this conflict has reshaped regional security, strained global energy markets and intensified concerns about wider international escalation. Register to attend via Zoom.

JMC Skills Seminar: Resume and Cover Letter Development
March 11, 4:30 p.m. in Room 329 South Case Hall. Need a refresher (or starting point) on drafting a resume or cover letter to help get you that opportunity you’ve got your eye on? Gather best practices and lightly revise your own professional documents. RSVP via Handshake.
Students can earn credit toward JMC's Career Readiness Badge by participating in this program.

Spring Serling Institute Reception for Jewish Studies Minors and Prospective Minors
March 12, 5 p.m., Wells Hall B-342. Get to know faculty and learn about the Jewish Studies Program, courses that count toward the Jewish Studies minor and available scholarships. Students can receive more than $20,000 in scholarships, including $10,000 in scholarships for education abroad programs. Pizza will be provided at the event. Please contact Ariana at mentzela@msu.edu with questions.

Lunch & Learn with The Honorable Kwamé L. Rowe
March 13, 11 a.m. in Wilson Hall, Essex Room (lower level of Wilson Hall). Keynote speaker will be Oakland County Circuit Court Judge and JMC alumnus The Honorable Kwamé L. Rowe. All welcome to attend.

Be Gay Do Crimes: Art, Deviance, and Activism
March 16, 5 p.m. in Club Spartan. This talk examines queer art and activism as forms of political resistance shaped by criminalization and exclusion. Learn more via JMC.

JMC Inclusion Forum
March 18, 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Club Spartan. Hosted by JMC’s College Inclusion Committee. All members of the JMC community are invited.

James Madison College 4th Annual Women’s History Month Colloquium
March 27, 1 p.m. at Cowles House (1 Abbot Road). Our keynote speaker will be Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice, The Honorable Megan Cavanagh. Business casual attire. All guests must be present and seated by 1 p.m. RSVP by March 20 via Qualtrics.

Student Org Events

PTCD Field Party
March 11, 6 to 8 p.m. at El Azteco, 225 Ann St. Hosted by JMC Student Senate. Appetizers and soft drinks will be provided. All PTCD students and faculty are welcome! Learn more on Instagram.

Give Green Day: Help Spread the Word

Tomorrow (March 10) is Give Green Day and JMC is hoping to raise $10,000 in support of the Early Start Program. Help us reach our goal by sharing tomorrow’s posts on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Opportunities

Complete the Spartan Community Survey
Share your experiences and help shape the future of MSU! This confidential, voluntary survey takes just 15 minutes and invites students, staff and faculty to reflect on culture, belonging and overall satisfaction across our community. Enter the Spartan Community Survey sweepstakes to win exciting prizes, including early registration or move-in, an MSU parking pass, Spartan apparel, exclusive tours and more. Learn how to complete the survey.

ASMSU Student Rights Advocates
ASMSU Student Rights Advocates provide free advice for any case within the University Judicial System, where a licensed lawyer is not allowed. Student Rights Advocates are trained to interview, prepare, and act as counsel for students during University hearings for violations of ordinances and regulations. Learn more via ASMSU.

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.

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 jm.career@msu.edu.

Madisonian Mention: Thea Walerski

“My name is Thea Walerski, and I will be graduating from JMC this upcoming spring! I am majoring in Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy with Secondary Education (Social Studies) through the College of Education. Currently, I am a student teacher at Holt High school. For most of my time at JMC I was a writing consultant through our Writing Center. I have been so blessed in being  able to create life-long connections with friends, colleagues and professors with the JMC community and beyond!”

Follow Thea on JMC’s Instagram Stories today as she takes us along on a day of student teaching.

Have questions or submissions for this newsletter? Contact Jane Deacon (locket20@msu.edu).