Getting Connected

PSY Community

PSY Student Organizations

• Psychology Club
  • Open to all students interested in psychology.
  • Learn about careers, topics, and applications of psychology.
  • Participate in events, speakers, service, and social activities.
    • Website: MSU Psychology Club
    • Instagram: @msupsyclub
• Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology
  • National psychology honor society for high-achieving students.
  • Provides opportunities for networking, leadership, scholarships, and engagement.
  • Non-members welcome at meetings and events throughout the year.
    • Website: MSU Psi Chi
    • Instagram: @psichimsu
• Criminal Psychology Club
  • Study criminal cases and apply psychological theories to understand behavior.
  • Collaborate on profiling offenders and evaluating case outcomes.
  • Engage with topics in law, justice, and forensic psychology.
    • Website: Criminal Psychology Club
    • Instagram: @msucriminalpsych
• Sport and Performance Psychology Club
  • Explore the psychology of sport, performance, and motivation.
  • Build skills through professional development, networking, and workshops.
  • Connect with peers interested in performance, health, and mental skills.
    • Website: Sport and Performance Psychology Club
    • Instagram: @msusportpsych 

PSY Student Success Mentors (PSSM)

• Peer-to-peer support from fellow PSY students.
• Flexible support: meet one-on-one with a paired mentor or drop in anytime.
• Get help navigating resources, courses, and academic strategies.
  • Website: PSY Student Success Mentors

PSY Academic Coaching Program (PAC)

• Coach-to-student support from a PSY academic advisor.
• Meet at least bi-weekly to get support on academic concerns.
  • Time management skills
  • Studying skills
  • Organizational skills

PSY Scholars Program

• Cohort-based program for high-achieving PSY students, starting sophomore year through graduation (by invitation only).
• Build a relationship with an assigned faculty mentor.
• Strengthen professional development experience and graduate school readiness through monthly workshops.
• Access to program scholarships for education abroad, research, and more.

College of Social Science Community 

College of Social Science (CSS) Student Organizations & Committees 

• Black Girls in Social Science
  • Safe, affirming community for Black women in Social Science.
  • Builds connection, support networks, and access to resources.
  • Encourages academic, social, and personal success.
    • Website: Black Girls in Social Science
    • Instagram: @bgssmsu
• Dean’s Student Advisory Council
  • Advisory council that communicates student needs to the College Dean.
  • Supports improvements in academics, resources, and student life across the College of Social Science.
  • One senior and one non-senior representative for PSY.
    • Website: Dean's Student Advisory Council 

Women's Leadership Institute

• Leadership development program for women in Social Science.
• Connects students with alumni and professional mentors.
• Offers workshops, networking, and leadership opportunities.
  • Website: Women's Leadership Institute 

CSS Peer Ambassador Program  

• Trained peer leaders who support student success and engagement.
• Offer office hours, workshops, and campus navigation help.
• Connect students to resources and opportunities.
  • Website: CSS Peer Ambassadors  

CSS Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) Program

• Peer-led academic support for Social Science courses.
• Study sessions focused on course content and learning strategies.
• Helps students improve performance and confidence.
  • Website: CSS PAL Program 

Social Science Scholars Program

• Competitive cohort program with mentoring and small-group learning.
• Focus on research, internships, and faculty connections.
• Supports leadership and professional development.
  • Website: Social Science Scholars 

MSU Community

• ASMSU - Associated Students of MSU
  • MSU's student government.
  • Works to enhance the undergraduate experience, provide resources, and advocate for student needs.
• Center for Community Engaged Learning
  • Resources for students looking to volunteer, gain experience, and serve MSU and the greater Lansing community.
• Collegiate Recovery Community
  • Offers support services and community to students who are in or are seeking recovery from substance use disorder, as well as allies.
• First-Generation College Student Initiative
  • Information and resources for first-generation students and supporters.
• Fraternity & Sorority – FSL (Greek) Life
  • Information on joining FSL community, events, and more.
• Live On
  • Information and resources related to living on-campus at MSU, including housing, dining plans, jobs, and involvement opportunities.
• MSU Events Calendar
  • Check out what's happening on and around campus!
• MSU Spartan Must Dos
  • Unique, once-in-a-lifetime, bucket list activities for all Spartans!
• Office for International Students and Scholars
  • Support and resources for international students, faculty, and their families.
• Student Life & Engagement
  • Hub for information on student organizations, identity-based student services, student health and wellness, jobs, scholarships, and more!
• University Activities Board (UAB)
  • Provides free events and programs for fun, entertainment, and social connection.

East Lansing and Surrounding Communities

• City of East Lansing
  • Information about the City of East Lansing, resources for student residents, community programs, and more!
• Choose Lansing
  • Information about events and things to do and explore in the capital city and surrounding areas.
• Michigan Volunteers
  • Explore volunteer opportunities by location, cause, and more.
• MSU/East Lansing Community Relations
  • Resources and support to connect MSU and students living in the East Lansing community together, including service learning and civic engagement programs.
• Off-campus Life
  • MSU-curated support and resources for students navigating living off-campus.
• State of Michigan Internship Program
  • Explore internship opportunities with various state agencies.