Student Bulletin: March 2026

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• 10 week summer position
• $1500 scholarship (details on handshake listing)
• Applications due April, 8, 2026

Check LinkTree for links to apply.

Opportunities include Blue Llama Jazz Club Social Media and Marketing Intern, Blue Llama Jazz Club Production Intern, Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival Production and Operations Intern, MSU Community Music School – Detroit Arts Administration Intern, and Detroit Symphony Orchestra Events Admin Intern.

Details coming soon for the final Entrepreneurial Musical Artist in Residence of the school year, bass-baritone Ryan McKinny.

An artist that Opera News hailed as “one of the finest singers of his generation,” McKinny will be at the College of Music from April 8-10. His visit will provide excellent opportunities not only for vocalists but for students curious about insights on career management, filmmaking, and navigating a well-rounded career

Though you likely received an email regarding the Spartan Community Survey, you are encouraged here as well to participate in the first university-wide survey of its kind.

The Spartan Community Survey will be open to all students, staff and faculty fromhttp://click.cabs.msu.edu/t/gcH1AAfbaDHYnQATRbBBOi2A9aKhRFBjaaaaKhBUZL1Ytaa?o=6_y72~amp;i=njbzdsm~259vrnz.Zip~amp;q=W~amp;2= March 9 to April 9. The Office for Inclusive Excellence and Impact is sponsoring the survey to gather confidential, community-wide and comparable feedback on the experiences and perceptions of our institution. The survey will identify both strengths and areas for improvement, as well as inform decisions and strategies that enhance support, belonging and success for everyone.

As an incentive, you will have an opportunity to enter the Spartan Community Survey sweepstakes drawing featuring Wharton Center tickets, an MSU parking pass, Michigan Athletic Club (MAC) personal training or massage sessions, $25 gift cards, and exclusive campus tours. You will be able to choose one sweepstakes drawing you’d like to enter.

Spearheaded by the Student Advisory Committee are efforts to fill vacancies on two college-wide committees in need of student representatives. This can be an excellent way for you to share your perspective, advocate for fellow students, and help shape the direction of the College.

Dean’s Student Advisory Council (SAC)
Five students (including at least two graduate students) will serve as the primary student voice working directly with the Dean on issues that affect the College community. Application deadline: Friday, March 27 at 5:00 p.m.

Culture, Climate, and Community (CCC) Committee
One undergraduate and one graduate student will represent student perspectives on initiatives related to campus climate, inclusion, and community engagement. Application deadline: Thursday, March 19 at 5:00 p.m.

A casual, open-house style session designed for international students to connect with campus resources in an informal setting.

The session is free and open to all MSU students. Refreshments provided.

Submit questions in advance for representatives to address during the event, or simply ask them in person.

For more details visit: https://music.msu.edu/event/international-student-community-session/

Two events coming up soon, presented by Running Start with Jazz Studies majors in mind!

Unlimited Miles Masterclass

26-Mar | Thursday | 12:40-2:40PM | Murray Hall

The Art of Jazz Festivals, with Detroit Jazz Fest President and Artistic Director Chris Collins

30-Mar | Monday | 7:30-9:30PM | Murray Hall

Both sessions are open to all music students, but the March 30 session may be of particular interest to jazz and non-jazz majors alike.

From 9-11 a.m. on Friday, March 13, members of the Woodward String Quartet will be on campus and available for casual Coffee Chats in the Billman lobby. Sign up for your brief session today, and learn from the pros!

Open enrollment for fall semester begins Monday, March 30. *Enrollment by appointment begins Monday, March 16, so log in to student.msu.edu to find your enrollment appointment and begin filling your cart and planning your schedule.

*An enrollment appointment is not an appointment with your college or department’s’ advising team. An advising appointment is not required to begin enrolling; however, it is highly recommended.

Please visit College of Music Advising Linktree for links to meet with your advisor for help planning your schedule.

MSU College of Law will present the Musician’s Tax Preparation Guide, Thursday, March 19. 6:00-7:00pm. Hollander Hall. Free for all MSU Students.

Note: This event will end by 7:00 pm for those planning to attend the Wind Symphony concert at Wharton Center that same evening.