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Student Bulletin: October 2024

October 30, 2024

 

The annual Honors Competition is approaching, and the rules and regulations have been updated within Student Resources. Those interested in participating should visit the page to ensure they do not miss important deadlines and dates.

Honors Competition

 

The Marine Corps is currently accepting applications for the “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band. Corps representatives will have an information table in the Billman Pavilion lobby this Thursday, October 31, from 12 – 3:30 p.m.

 

Heading out for some Halloween fun on Thursday night? Consider starting on the grounds outside Beaumont Tower as University Carillonist Jon Lehrer performs frightful music from across the ages. From medieval chant to modern cinematic horror, enjoy spooky tunes at the iconic tower as the bells resonate under the night sky.

9 p.m., Thursday, October 31. Free event, no ticket required.

The Ringing Dark image of Beaumont Tower in a cloudy haze at night. Text reads: Beaumont Tower 9PM, Oct. 31st @msucarillon

 

The Michigan Sangeetha Natya Academy sponsors two concerts a year in the College of Music featuring internationally acclaimed artists from India. Admission is free to all MSU College of Music faculty and students. The Hindustani classical concert Vrindavan will take place on Sunday, November 3 from 5:00-7:30 p.m. in Cook Recital Hall. See the flyer for event details.

flyer stating, "Michigan Sangeetha Natya Adademy, in collaboration with Michigan State University College of Music and Asian Studies Center. Vrindavan, A Hundustani Flute and Vocal Concert. Vocal - Vidushi Verma; Flute - Sri. Rajendra (volunteering); Table - Sri. Hemant Babtiwale; Harmonium - Sri. Anirudha Phatak. Sunday, November 3, 5PM - 7:30PM. Cook Recital Hall, 333 W, Circle Dr., East Lansing, MI 48824. Ticket Category: Adult General $20, MSNA Member Free; Children (7-17) General $10, MSNA Member Free; MSU Students General $10, MSNA Member Free. For Tickets/Membership: Visit: www.msna.org or call 551-486-3220. Design: avani-design.com

 

Juan Riveros, harp professor, is smiling at the camera with a harp behind himInstructor of Harp

We welcome Juan Riveros in his first semester on the faculty of the MSU College of Music. Learn more about him in this article, and click the link below for his bio and contact information.

Juan Riveros

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October 23, 2024

Fall 2024 graduating seniors have the chance to be one of two commencement speakers for the 2024 Fall Commencement program. This can be a great way for graduates to share their MSU stories, words of wisdom for the departing class, and show why their college is such an amazing place.

The sign-up form is due Friday, October 25 at 5 PM. Students can also apply by emailing commencement@msu.edu with their most updated resume and speech. Please reach out to this year’s Senior Class Council President Benjamin Fox or Dan DiMaggio with any questions.

November 4-8th

The First-Generation College Student Initiative aims to inspire first-generation college students to persist and graduate by eliminating barriers, providing high-impact learning experiences, and ongoing development. Visit the First-Gen web site to check it out, and then check the First-Gen Week events page for details.

Applications due March 1.

$4,000-$25,000 in prizes available, plus touring and career development opportunities.

Visit the competitor information page for more details.

Man in brown suit and red tie smiles, has wires sticking out of the breast pocket of his jacket.Assistant Professor of Composition and Technology

We welcome Anthony T. Marasco in his first semester on the faculty of the MSU College of Music. Learn more about him in this article, and click the link below for his bio and contact information.

Anthony T. Marasco

October 16, 2024

ASMSU will host the 2024 Board of Trustees Virtual Forum on Wednesday, October 16th, from 4:00 to 6:15 p.m., accessible via Zoom Webinar. ASMSU President Connor Le will provide opening remarks, with ASMSU Vice President for Governmental Affairs, Lily Wenkel, and Faculty At-Large Senator, Justin St. Charles, serving as moderators for the event.

This forum offers MSU students, faculty, and staff a valuable opportunity to engage with the candidates directly, including the chance to pose questions. During the 60-minute session, candidates will first respond to a series of thematic questions shaped by input from the MSU community. This will be followed by a live Q&A, allowing attendees to ask questions and gain further insights into each candidate’s perspectives and vision.

The forum will consist of two 1-hour sessions, each featuring two candidates. Attendees may choose to attend one or both sessions, but registration is required. Please see the registration details below:

Session I – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.: Mike Balow (R) and Thomas Stallworth (D)
Session I Registration Link

Session II – 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.: Rebecca Bahar-Cook (D) and Julie Maday (R)
Session II Registration Link

If you would like to submit a question for consideration in the thematic question segment, please complete this one-question survey: Link to Submit Questions for MSU Board of Trustees Candidates

ASMSU is excited to welcome the 2024 Board of Trustees candidates to this virtual event, offering the MSU community a valuable opportunity to engage directly with these prospective leaders of Michigan State University! Any questions can be directed to Justin St. Charles – stchar10@msu.edu.

 

Blocks of $5 student tickets have recently been made available for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Don’t miss the chance to experience one of the world’s greatest orchestras on Oct 17 at Wharton Center.

London Philharmonic Orchestra
Thursday, October 17, 7:30pm
Cobb Great Hall, Wharton Center, East Lansing
Edward Gardner, conductor / Randall Goosby, violin
There are some orchestras that leave you awe-inspired after hearing, with an almost transcendent feeling long after the last notes are played. That is the London Philharmonic. The not-to-be-missed performance includes Beethoven‘s Egmont Overture, and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, which the composer himself considered his best symphony. The performance will also feature Sphinx Concerto Competition winner and violin wonder Randall Goosby, hailed by The New York Times as possessing “an exquisite tone and sheer virtuosity … he brought down the house” in Barber’s virtuosic Violin Concerto. More detail here: Event page

$5 Student Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/mrx56yxx (available online only, not valid on previously purchased tickets. Middle school and high school students should be accompanied by an adult. All sales final). Any questions, please contact me or Ryonn Clute at 517.884.3117 or ryonn.clute@whartoncenter.com

 

October 29-30 | Workshop & Coffee Chats

Mark your calendars! Classical music radio host, highly-trained vocalist & international performer, arts administrator, founder of a music non-profit, arranger, artistic director, DEI consultant… LaRob does it all! Join him on Oct. 29-30 to learn more!

 

Carmen BradfordAssociate Professor of Vocal Jazz

We welcome Carmen Bradford in her first semester on the faculty of the MSU College of Music. Learn more about her in this article and click the link below for her bio and contact information.

Carmen Bradford

October 9, 2024

 

Students mingle in the Billman Music PavilionThursday, October 10: Drop in anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Billman Music Pavilion, Charles Atrium

Join us for food, conversation, and a bit of relaxation, networking, and fun.

 

 

Important dates from the MSU Registrar’s Office

Middle of Fall 2024 semester: 10/14/2024
Last day to drop courses with no grade reported.

Fall Break: 10/21/2024 – 10/22/2024
Classes not in session, university open.

Enrollment by Appointment Begins: 10/28/2024
Enrollment by appointment begins for Spring 2025.

Open Enrollment Begins: 11/11/2024
Open enrollment begins for Spring 2025.

Enrollment Begins: 11/18/2024
Enrollment for Summer 2025

Holiday – University Closed: 11/28/2024 – 11/29/2024

On-campus Housing
Second year and beyond students interested in living on campus next year need to fill out the interest form which is open now until the October 22. Only students who fill out the interest form will be able to see:

  • Available spaces in 1855 Place and University Village,
  • Doubles in Emmons, Butterfield, Shaw and McDonel, and
  • Singles in Mason, Abbot and West Owen.

Selection for these spaces will start October 28th

 

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month support your classmates in Color Me Music!

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Get moving this October and join the 9th Annual Exercise is Medicine on Campus (EIM-OC) Healthy Homecoming Walk on Tuesday, October 15th at Demonstration Hall Field from 8AM-2PM (Rain Location: IM East Indoor track). The event is free and open to the students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community.

The walk is a friendly competition with other EIM-OC universities in the U.S. and aims to promote physical activity as a vital sign of health on college campuses. If Spartans cannot attend in-person, they are still able to log their miles virtually.

It’s more than just a walk. From 11:30 am-1:30 pm, visit our wellbeing tables, including:

  • DPPS and River the therapy dog
  • Yard games
  • Good Form Walking Clinic with UHW Health Promotion at 12 and 1 pm
  • Mini Fitness Assessments with UHW Health Promotion
  • 20 minutes yoga sessions yoga at 10:30 and 11am
  • Free t-shirts to first 100 people walking laps

 

Stanislav KhristenkoAssistant Professor of Piano

We welcome Stanislav Khristenko in his first semester on the faculty of the MSU College of Music. Learn more about him in this article and click the link below for his bio and contact information.

Stanislav Khristenko

October 2, 2024

Composition Area faculty have started hosting weekly Electronic Music Happy Hour events on Thursdays in the Electronic Music Studios. These informal events are open to all Music majors and aim to demonstrate new methods of making music with synthesizers, computers, and lots of other cool stuff.

All Electronic Music Happy Hours are held on Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. in MPB 319.

Look for more information to come on the college website.

The next event is Thursday, October 3, Making Music with Samples. Explore techniques for using audio samples in your DAW or onstage in a live performance. This workshop will be led by composer and EMS graduate assistant Carter Crosby.

Mon, October 7th | 3PM – 5PM in the Billman Pavilion Lobby

Students can sign up (as individuals or groups of up to 4 people) for a 20-minute coffee chat with Jeff Leung and Gabe Pique of The Moanin’ Frogs to learn about their careers, backgrounds, areas of interest and expertise, etc.  These coffee chats are perfect for aspiring chamber musicians and those who want to manage an educator/performer career.

Coffee Chat Sign-up

Disability Pride Month at MSU graphic, black background with rainbow slanted vertical lines on the left.

 

 

October is Disability Pride Month at MSU

While Disability Pride Month is celebrated in July to honor the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), MSU chooses to recognize it in October to ensure that all students, faculty, and staff can engage with programming on campus.

Join the MSU Office of Institutional Diversity and Inclusion in celebrating and honoring the contributions of the disability community! Many exciting events and activities are held this month by MSU offices and organizations. Learn more at the link below. Together, we can foster a more inclusive campus community.

Disability Pride Month Events

Mon, October 8th | 6-7:30PM in Cook Recital Hall

Jeff Leung and Gabe Pique of The Moanin’ Frogs will present on the business of chamber music: forming, maintaining, and growing a chamber group, and how it can turn into a stable job, non-profit, + more!

Presentation will be followed up a Q&A Session. No sign up needed. Just join us!

As a student with the MSU College of Music, you are eligible to receive Tickets to the events listed below. This is part of the Student Rush Ticket Program.

October 6, 2024 (Two Tickets per)
Hearts of Vision Chamber Orchestra
7:00 pm, Fairchild Theatre

October 8, 2024 (Two Tickets)
Echoes of Romance: A Voice and Instrumental Journey
7:30 pm, Fairchild Theatre

October 10, 2024
MSU-Stanford Piano Quartet
7:30 pm, Cook Recital Hall

For General Admission College of Music events, free student tickets are no longer attainable through the college website.

MSU students can secure their free ticket at the event by showing their student ID or by picking one up in advance at the College of Music Main Office, 333 West Circle Drive, Music Building Room 102.

Stuart Chapman HillAssistant Professor of Choral Music Education

We welcome Dr. Hill in his first semester on the faculty of the MSU College of Music. Learn more about him in this article, and click the link below for his bio and contact information.

Stuart Chapman Hill