Events


MAR
19
Date:
Thursday, 19 Mar 2026
Time:
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location:
International Center, Room 201
Department:
Office for International Students and Scholars
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Join us for this Thursday's crafternoon activity - clay!

Supplies provided—just bring your creativity (and friends). Thursday, March 19th, from 3:00pm to 5:00pmin the International Center, Room 201.

Date:
Thursday, 19 Mar 2026
Time:
3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Virtual
Department:
African Studies Center
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Focus: Multi-African Countries  

Topic: Multilateralism: China’s Increasing Footprint in Africa (Afro-Sino Center of International Relations)

Date:
Thursday, 19 Mar 2026
Time:
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location:
MSU Multicultural Center, Room 1000 and 2065
Department:
Center for European and Eurasian Studies
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The Department of Romance and Classical Studies Event Series (cosponsored by GSA Tropos and the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies). A late afternoon/early evening with live music, performances, typical dishes, and other activities that celebrate the peoples, languages, and cultures of the Romance world. Performances by Greater Lansing Area Ballet Foklorico, Samba Class by Andrea Miura, and the MSU Salsa Club.

Date:
Thursday, 19 Mar 2026
Time:
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location:
MSU Multicultural Center, Rooms 1000 and 2065
Department:
Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies
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Live music, activities, and performances by Greater Lansing Area Ballet Folkorico, Samba Class by Andrea Miura, and the MSU Salsa Club

Date:
Thursday, 19 Mar 2026
Time:
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
International Center, Room 201 with virtual option
Department:
Peace Corps
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Make your application stand out from the rest! Attend this workshop to learn how to browse Volunteer openings, find the right program, and strengthen your Peace Corps application. You will have an opportunity to ask questions about service, learn steps you can take to improve your chances, gain valuable tips to guide you through the application process, and receive personalized help and feedback on your application components. 

This session will be particularly helpful for Spartans hoping to apply for the next Peace Corps deadline. 

Please bring the following and/or be prepared to work on them during the workshop!

  • Outline or draft of your motivation statement (if you have one—we will also have some brainstorming activities to get you started)
  • A copy of your resume (or a Peace Corps-specific one if you have it drafted already!)
  • Laptop, tablet, or good old-fashioned paper for brainstorming and drafting

Join us on in person or Zoom:

For questions about this event, contact MSU's Peace Corps Recruiters at msupeace(at)msu.edu.

For more information about MSU's Peace Corps Recruitment Office, visit our website.

 

Date:
Thursday, 19 Mar 2026
Time:
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
International Center, Room 201 with virtual option
Department:
Peace Corps
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Make your application stand out from the rest! Attend this workshop to learn how to browse Volunteer openings, find the right program, and strengthen your Peace Corps application. You will have an opportunity to ask questions about service, learn steps you can take to improve your chances, gain valuable tips to guide you through the application process, and receive personalized help and feedback on your application components. 

This session will be particularly helpful for Spartans hoping to apply for the next Peace Corps deadline. 

Please bring the following and/or be prepared to work on them during the workshop!

  • Outline or draft of your motivation statement (if you have one—we will also have some brainstorming activities to get you started)
  • A copy of your resume (or a Peace Corps-specific one if you have it drafted already!)
  • Laptop, tablet, or good old-fashioned paper for brainstorming and drafting

Join us on in person or Zoom:

For questions about this event, contact MSU's Peace Corps Recruiters at msupeace(at)msu.edu.

For more information about MSU's Peace Corps Recruitment Office, visit our website.

 

Date:
Thursday, 19 Mar 2026
Time:
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location:
Kresge Art Center, R108
Department:
Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies
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Sculpture TALKS is a CLACS–AAHD initiative focused on artists and curators from Latin America and the Caribbean whose practices engage the expanded field of sculpture.

MAR
20
Date:
Friday, 20 Mar 2026
Time:
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location:
Room 15 (Ceramics Studio), Kresge Art Center
Department:
Asian Studies Center
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Watch traditional Shigaraki pottery come to life during this live demonstration with Hiroaki Takahata, Director of the Shigaraki Ceramic Research Institute. Takahata will showcase the creation of textured clay forms made using hand-crushed stones from Shigaraki, Japan, highlighting the materials and techniques that define this historic ceramic tradition.

Free event. Pre-registration required. Limited seating available.

Click here to register

Date:
Friday, 20 Mar 2026
Time:
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location:
Zoom
Department:
Office for Education Abroad
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EA 101 is for anyone interested in studying abroad but isn't sure where to start!

Topics covered include:

  • Benefits of Education Abroad
  • Things to Consider (courses, timing, budget)
  • Program Types
  • Cost Factors and Program Fees
  • Scholarships and Funding
  • Navigating the Website
  • Searching for Programs
  • Health, Safety and Security

At the end there will be a Q&A session where you can ask us any questions you may have.

Register on Zoom

Date:
Friday, 20 Mar 2026
Time:
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Room 108, Kresge Art Center
Department:
Asian Studies Center
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Join ceramic artist Hiroaki Takahata for a lecture exploring the history and rustic beauty of Shigaraki pottery, one of Japan's six ancient kiln traditions. The talk will cover the cultural traditions of Shigaraki ceramics, including craftsmanship, mindfulness, and tea culture.

Free event. No prior registration required.