We're just a little over a week from Thanksgiving! This semester has flown by. And that only means one thing for your student. The stress is building as projects are due, and final exams are getting closer and closer. The week after Thanksgiving is the last week of classes and then the EXAMS! It's a lot! They are under a lot of stress...and they might not know how to … [Read more...] about The Holidays are Approaching…Along with the End of the Semester!
Make plans to attend Spring Family Day at Hammons Field on Saturday, April 21st. Head to campus to enjoy time with your student, cheer on the Bears Baseball team as they take on Illinois State at Hammons Field and explore Springfield. Visit the Family Association website to see a full listing of campus activities. Spring Family Day at Hammons Field Hammons Field, … [Read more...] about Only 41 Days until Spring Family Day – Order Your Tickets Now
It’s hard to believe October is here. The time since the first day of classes has gone by so quickly. Our students have been in classes for about six weeks now which means it’s almost time for mid-terms! They are right around the corner and not long after mid-terms are finals. There are some resources you can share with your student to help them succeed as they go through the … [Read more...] about Almost Time for Mid-Terms!
When students think of the Rec Center, many think specifically of working out in some sort of way. Unknown to some students, Foster Recreation also offers up many other services to students. There is a whole webpage dedicated to the wellness side of Foster Rec that I encourage students and families to check out. There are options ranging from personal training, CPR/First … [Read more...] about Zoë’s Bucket List – Check-out the Wellness options at Foster Recreation Center!
As your student starts the second semester of classes, the subject of "where to live next year" comes up in conversation. As you talk with your student about options, keep in mind the top 10 reasons your student should continue to live in the MSU residence halls: For over 15 years, students living on-campus have a higher GPA than students living off-campus. The … [Read more...] about Top Ten Reasons Students Should Live on Campus After their Freshman Year