Register for MSU Spotlight Series Workshops

Our MSU Spotlight Series features workshops that highlight essential MSU-specific systems, processes, tools, or resources. Each highlights a different topic, giving you practical skills to master common tasks at the university. Seats are filling up fast, click the links below to register now!

MSU Spotlight: Bear Financials Budgeting Basics – LEAD Yourself

This Bear Financials workshop provides a comprehensive overview of budget fundamentals, fund oversight, financial policies, and reporting tools to equip participants with essential financial skills. This session is specifically designed for individuals who initiate payments, process financial transactions, and handle reconciliations as part of their daily responsibilities. It is not intended for budget approvers or supervisors. Instead, this training supports those who assist in administering budgets by ensuring they understand key financial principles and best practices for fiscal responsibility at MSU. – Facilitated by Dawn McIntyre, Financial Services

- - - Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Pummill 204
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MSU Spotlight: Bear Financials Forms – LEAD Yourself

Understanding MSU’s financial forms is key to working efficiently and avoiding costly errors. In this hands-on session, you’ll review the most commonly used forms—including the updated Travel Expense Report and Independent Contractor Form—and learn how to navigate requirements with confidence. You’ll leave knowing what’s required, what to avoid, and how to streamline submissions for faster processing and stronger compliance. – Facilitated by Dawn McIntyre, Financial Services

- - - Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Pummill 202
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MSU Spotlight: Telecom Invoicing – LEAD Yourself

Understanding MSU’s telecom invoices is key to managing departmental costs and ensuring accurate billing. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to navigate the billing system, review and reconcile charges, and resolve discrepancies with confidence. You will also explore how to process service requests and apply telecommunication policies, so your department stays compliant and in control of costs. – Facilitated by Angie Cockrum, Networking & Telecommunications

- - - Thursday, April 23, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Telecom Center Training Room 152 (Blair Shannon)
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MSU Spotlight: Bear Financials Argos Reports – LEAD Yourself

Strong financial decisions start with clear data. This workshop will show you how to get the most out of Argos Reports by teaching you how to access them, understand the main report types, and interpret the codes behind the numbers. With the chance to bring your own reports for discussion, you’ll leave feeling more confident and capable of managing financial information. – Facilitated by Dawn McIntyre, Financial Services