February 2023

Music Student Bulletin

2.2.23 Bulletin  |  2.9.23 Bulletin  |  2.17.23 Bulletin  |  2.24.23 Bulletin


Music Student Bulletin 2.24.23

An opportunity to meet associate dean candidate Derrick Fox
 
A Relaxation Space available here in the College
 



An opportunity to meet associate dean candidate Derrick Fox

Dr. Derrick Fox, the first candidate for the Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Creative Endeavors search, will be holding a Graduate Student Forum/Q&A. The event will be held on Monday, February 27, at 11:30a in Large Rehearsal, and will be facilitated by student representatives on the search committee Sequoia Snyder, Andrew Bohn, and Jeffrey Allardyce. Please attend if your schedule allows. If you are unable to attend and have questions, please submit them to kroth@msu.edu and the representatives will ask on your behalf.
 

A Relaxation Space available here in the College

The College of Music has temporarily converted practice room MPB 526 as a Relaxation Space for students through spring break. There are pillows, chairs, kinetic sand, and atmospheric lighting to help it feel cozy. This space was created specifically for Music students to go to when you don’t have time to get home but need to relax or need to step away to process emotions. This is meant to be a fluid space – you can be in there by yourself to relax or bring friends to have comfort and conversations. If you're getting use out of it and would like to see it stay through the end of the semester, please email henleyem@msu.edu to provide feedback.
 



Music Student Bulletin 2.17.23

Our entire community is struggling to make sense of what happened this week. While it is early in our effort to process these events, here are a few things to keep in mind:

  • CAPS has provided a helpful guide to managing distress.
  • We rescheduled our Dean’s lunch with students to Tuesday, February 21 from 11:30 – 1:30, and we welcome the entire Music community. It will be a time for informal, supportive conversations as we help one another through this difficult time. Food and beverages provided. Drop in any time. 
  • Given that Berkey Hall will be closed for the remainder of the semester, MSU is asking that all colleges offer classroom and conference room availability to assist with rescheduling classes and other activities. Music will be generous in this regard when possible, so we ask for your patience, as our buildings may be a bit more crowded than usual.
  • Running Start is rescheduling two planned events next week:
    • The Lobby Takeover on February 21 is postponed, and it will be rescheduled during the week of February 27. More details to come, but free portrait photos will be available at the rescheduled event. 
    • The Running Start Alumni Mixer on February 23 is postponed until late March. More details to come.

View the full letter of February 17 to Music students.
 



Music Student Bulletin 2.9.23

Senior Class Council Awards
 
FREE chair massage!
 



Senior Class Council Awards

The Senior Class Council is seeking nominations for outstanding graduating seniors, faculty, and staff member awards. These awards are designed to celebrate those who have made outstanding contributions to Michigan State University through their leadership, mentorship, and research.

The awards will be presented to the winners at the Senior Class Council Awards Ceremony on March 31st, at 6:00 PM. All graduating seniors, faculty, and staff members are eligible to be nominated. Nominations can be submitted via the form linked here.

DEADLINE: Please submit nominations no later than February 26th at 11:59 PM.

For more information please reach out to Michigan State University Senior Class President, Jack Metty, at mettyjac@msu.edu 


DESCRIPTION OF THE AWARDS

Outstanding Community Service Award: This award is for a graduating senior, faculty, or staff member who has substantially contributed time and energy to community service projects which have impacted Spartan communities and/or surrounding communities.

Distinguished Mentor Award: This award is for a graduating senior, faculty, or staff member who had a substantial impact on you through mentorship or similar capacity.

Exceptional Leadership Award: This award is for a graduating senior, faculty, or staff member who demonstrates outstanding leadership and has cultivated a lasting Spartan legacy.

Leadership in Diversity and Inclusion: This award is for a graduating senior, faculty, or staff member who works towards improving inclusion and strives to create a diverse and rich Spartan community.

Outstanding Research Award: This award is for a graduating senior, faculty, or staff member who has worked tirelessly on their research or who has discovered something meaningful and worth recognizing.

Consider nominating someone you appreciate from our College of Music community!


FREE Chair Massage

Feeling the semester stress in your shoulders? Sign up for a free 15-min chair massage on Monday Feb 13 or Friday Feb 17. Sign ups are open now!
 



Music Student Bulletin 2.2.23
 

An invitation from MSU Student Involvement & Leadership
 
Free rush tickets for Bruce Forman and MSU Jazz Octets
 



Free rush tickets for Bruce Forman and MSU Jazz Nonets

Stop by the main office to grab your free ticket for Music students only to see guitarist Bruce Forman perform with your jazz octet colleagues. Forman “can shred bebop at blistering tempos with the best of ‘em,” but his music has also been described as “hobo chic” and “western bebop.” An innovator and an educator, Forman will adds a new wrinkle to the diverse history of the MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program.



An invitation from MSU Student Involvement & Leadership

The Student Involvement & Leadership Division of Student Life & Engagement invites students to join them for the second annual Spartan Leadership Roundtable, Friday, April 14, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the MSU Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center (Big Ten Room B). The event is open to all students, and you can attend as an individual student or jointly as members of the same organization.

At this event, participants will have opportunities to:

  • Cultivate and learn about their own leadership style
  • Enhance their leadership and management skills
  • Improve effective leadership transitions in their organization
  • Connect with other student leaders from across campus
  • Learn about resources available for registered student organizations.

Click here for more details and to register.

Immediately following the eevnt will be the second annual Graduating Spartan Student Leader Recognition Ceremony, on April 14th at 5:00 (Kellogg Center Big Ten C). All graduating Spartan Student Leaders will receive a leadership medallion of excellence during the ceremony. Click here to register to participate in the Graduating Spartan Student Leader Recognition Ceremony.