Every new Spartan takes part in “Colloquia with Your College,” a special Welcome to State gathering designed to help you start strong at MSU.
New Exploratory Preference (EXP) or Exploring Business Preference (EBP) students, the Office of Undergraduate Education serves as your academic Home at MSU. Each August, Undergrad Ed. hosts an engaging, interactive colloquium designed especially for EXP and EBP students. At MSU, this is your first big opportunity to connect to the people and resources here to support you, and begin exploring the possibilities ahead.
Fall 2026 Colloquium
We're excited to welcome you to a new academic year! Join the Office of Undergraduate Education and our amazing partners from across MSU's colleges for a stellar kickoff to your journey.
Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m. at the corner of N. Shaw Lane and Red Cedar Rd., right across from the STEM Teaching and Learning Facility. Don’t miss out; reserve your spot today!
Friday, Aug. 28, 9 a.m. - noon
Exploratory Preference and Exploring Business Preference students: check your MSU email for complete event details as we get closer to the date!
Why is it important to participate?
Meet your classmates, advisor and faculty
You connect with other new students, faculty, academic advisors, and sometimes even upper-class Spartans who’ve been where you are now.
Access resources and valuable information
Learn how to get around and who to contact when you have questions or need support.
Grow your community
Connect with others in the MSU community to build places and the spaces that will support you throughout your college journey.
Heads up: Attendance is required for all new students. Think of it as your first step toward thriving at Michigan State!