Student Bulletin: October 2026
October 28, 2026
Voting is easy and accessible, with opportunities to vote early, on Election Day, or by absentee ballot. We are especially fortunate to have an Early Voting Center right on MSU’s campus for students registered to vote in the City of East Lansing.
Early Voting Locations and Hours
City of East Lansing Voters
- WKAR Early Voting Center (on campus): Communication Arts and Sciences Building, 404 Wilson Road. Open October 19–November 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; November 2, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Hannah Community Center: 819 Abbot Road. Open October 24–November 1, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; November 2, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
City of Lansing Voters
- Foster Community Center: 200 N. Foster Avenue. Open October 24–November 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; November 2, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Lansing Elections Office: 701 W. Jolly Road. Open October 24–November 1, generally 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (October 28, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.); November 2, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Meridian Township Voters
- Meridian Township Municipal Building: 5151 Marsh Road, Okemos. Open October 24–November 1, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Important Reminders for Students
- The WKAR Early Voting Center is only available to voters registered in the City of East Lansing. Lansing and Meridian Township residents must vote at their designated locations.
- An East Lansing mailing address does not necessarily mean a student is registered in the City of East Lansing.
- Eligible Michigan residents can still register to vote in person at their local clerk’s office through Election Day with proof of residency.
- Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. Polls are open 7 a.m.–8 p.m.
On Election Day, November 3, students most vote at their assigned polling precinct. The WKAR Early Voting Center is only available to voters registered or needing to register in the City of East Lansing. Students should visit Michigan.gov/Vote to confirm their registration, voting jurisdiction, and polling location.
Additional information is available at MSUvote, the East Lansing Clerk’s Office, Lansing Elections, Meridian Township Clerk’s Office, and the Bath Township Clerk’s Office.
Starting Thursday, October 29 from 4:00-6:00pm, you can help build the College of Music annual ofrenda celebrating Dia de Los Muertos!
The main decoration/gathering will take place Thursday starting at 4:00pm, but you are welcome to bring your memorials/mementos and place them on the ofrenda any time during the weekend.
Any student wanting to have pictures printed out, free of charge, please email armenda2@msu.edu.
The College of Music Culture, Climate, and Community Committee is hosting this event. All are welcome!
Monday, November 2
Billman Pavilion Lobby
10:30am-12:30pm
Join Sharon Sparrow, former Assistant Principal Flute of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, for coffee chats! Talk to her about orchestral audition preparation, defining a career in classical music, her music career journey, and about her audition preparation book 6 Weeks to Finals.
Open to all MSU College of Music students. Spots are limited, register for Coffee Chats on MSU Handshake: https://msu.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/2036865
The OSAS Food Pantry will remain accessible to students throughout the year. It is located in MB 110.
Please reach out to talithat@msu.edu or armenda2@msu.edu if you need any additional information.
Free Tickets for Music Students!
For select reserved seat College of Music events, free tickets are made available to Music students only. The Main Office in the Music Building will know which concerts are open to students each week, and emails are sent as well. Please be on the lookout for your opportunities to catch excellent faculty and guest artists at their finest!
October 21, 2026
The College of Music Culture, Climate, and Community Committee will host a Dia de Los Muertos Ofrenda event on Thursday, October 29 from 4:00-6:00pm.
Students are encouraged to participate by presenting a picture or memento of family, friends, and pets. Refreshments will be provided, and the ofrenda will be on display through November 1.
If any students would like to have photos printed, please email a jpg or pdf to armenda2@msu.edu, and we will have them printed, free of charge.
October 14, 2026
Please join us on Thursday, October 15th from 11-1 for a free lunch with the College of Music Deans. Stop by the Billman lobby and join us!
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
11:10AM- 12:20PM in Billman Lobby
Bring your CVs, personal statements, statement of purpose, and other required written application materials for review. Advisors are happy to answer any questions you have about the grad school application process, including how to narrow down your list of schools.
Grad App Review Registration
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
12:30pm to 2:30pm
MPB Lobby, 102, and 103
Music students can access resources like the MSU food pantry and basic needs closet, participate in community building activities, learn about more that University Health and Wellness has to offer, or enjoy a quiet space to take a break for a while.
Upcoming Student Recitals
A student-led event that features performances and presentations by music majors from the MSU College of Music.
A student-led event that features performances and presentations by music majors from the MSU College of Music.
This event will take place on Okemos Community Church, 4734 Okemos Rd, Okemos, MI 48864
A student-led event that features performances and presentations by music majors from the MSU College of Music.
A student-led event that features performances and presentations by music majors from the MSU College of Music.
A student-led event that features performances and presentations by music majors from the MSU College of Music.