August 26-28 ALL DAY RESIDENCE HALLS MOVE-IN All students living in the residence halls in Fall 2023 were asked in mid-July to select their specific move-in window between August 23-24, 2023, based upon availability for their hall. Visit liveon.msu.edu/move-in to learn more. International students and students with a programmatic early arrival will receive specific move-in information from their program or advisor.
Residence Hall Floor/Hall Meetings are REQUIRED. Meeting locations and times vary in each neighborhood and will be posted in your residence hall.
10 AM - 2 PM (EDT) PAINT "THE ROCK" - "The Rock" Auditorium Field - (International students only) Sign your name on "The Rock" and enjoy outdoor games.
7 PM (EDT) RESIDENCE HALL COMMUNITY MEETINGS are REQUIRED - Exact locations will vary per hall and will be shared by your Community Director - Residents will have a community meeting one night during move-in. Exact locations will vary per hall and will be shared by your Community Director. During this meeting, residents will meet their hall staff, learn more about the hall, and review important policies and procedures. Participation in this meeting is REQUIRED (THIS MEETING IS ONLY FOR EARLY ARRIVALS, INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS, AND STUDENTS THAT MOVE-IN ON FRIDAY).
7 - 10 PM (EDT) SPARTAN OLYMPICS - IM West - Join us for an interactive and engaging Olympic style competition. Program will feature a variety of events where Spartan teams can compete against each other for medals. The IM West will be transformed into Spartan Olympic village and will feature competitions in basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, and more. Event will also feature a few non-sports events like the Spartan Spelling Bee. There will be something for everyone. Spartans can sign-up prior to the event or sign-up upon arrival for any of the competitions hosted during Spartan Olympics by clicking here or scanning the QR code below.
Event held over two days and will feature an opening and closing ceremony for all participants. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to connect with other Spartans! Hosted by Office of Spartan Experiences.
8 - 10 PM (EDT) “BACK TO SCHOOL BASH” - Hosted on the Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM radio station - Join us for the “Back to School Bash”, an event with a mix of fun, music and LOTS of giveaways on air and social media. Check out Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM’s website at impact89fm.org for event information. Jointly hosted by Office of Spartan Experiences and Impact 89FM | WDBM-FM.