University Health and Wellbeing

05/28/2026

MSU’s 3rd Annual Disability Summit is happening Oct. 2, 2026, and we’re looking for student, faculty, and staff voices to help shape the conversation! This year’s theme, Future of Disability in Higher Education, focuses on lived experiences and accessible practices. Have insights to share? Submit your proposal for consideration today!

https://civilrights.msu.edu/ada_coordinator/2026%20Disability%20Summit.html

05/21/2026

University Health and Wellbeing will be closed on Monday, May 25.

Spartan Shelf will also be closed on Saturday, May 23.

UHW’s crisis services will remain available 24/7 even when offices are closed. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

05/20/2026

We need you! We’re looking for student, faculty and staff members to share their voices and to help shape the conversation at the 3rd Annual Disability Summit on Oct. 2, 2026. If you have lived experiences or accessible practice insights and would like to present, submit a proposal for consideration today.

https://civilrights.msu.edu/ada_coordinator/2026%20Disability%20Summit.html

05/18/2026

Weight lifting can be a part of healing from interpersonal violence, including sexual violence.

In Together We(ight) Lift, we will support MSU-affiliated survivors and co-survivors of interpersonal violence by offering a chance to explore bodily awareness and healthy coping strategies at a pace that is comfortable for you.

This trauma-informed weight lifting series will focus on:

Exploring your relationship with your body and movement
Creating safety in fitness spaces
Building regulation
Creating community

Dates: Tuesdays from May 26 to June 30, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Our in-person location will be shared after you register.

No experience needed - come as you are.

Sign up through our Qualtrics form to join this supportive space: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bpvbppRUaGPDpZQ.

05/15/2026

Today’s the day to rock your socks!

What started as student-led initiative at Okemos High School shows how small, visible actions can open doors to real conversation.

Show us your brightest, boldest, and most fun socks to show support for su***de prevention and let those around you know they aren’t alone.

Snap a photo, share it, and use to let others know no one has to go through hard moments alone.

05/15/2026

05/14/2026

Spartan Shelf-Union will be closed on Saturday, May 16 for MSU’s Spring Arts & Crafts Show.

Spartan Shelf-Olin remains closed for the Summer 2026 semester. Normal operations will resume at the MSU Union site on Tuesday, May 19.

05/13/2026

Trust in the workplace can look different for Minoritized communities. Watch this short clip from Dr. Alexis Travis discussion with Minda Harts taken from a longer Podcast Episode to find out how.

05/12/2026

What does it mean to lead with authenticity while keeping a wellbeing focus? In the latest episode of the Wellbeing at MSU podcast, bestselling author and leadership expert Minda Harts (Minda Harts) joins us for a thoughtful conversation on why trust is essential to creating a health promoting workplace and for practical trust-building steps.

This episode is a great listen for MSU faculty and staff who are balancing professional growth, wellbeing, and meaningful impact.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/WvKuCdQ3pws

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6BEWsiODKW8mwB3QOLj4hi?si=OXAR1qfeT06HKHEdbklEng

Transcript: https://www.rev.com/app/transcript/NjlmYjQyMzRjYWJkZDYzMWEzMjgyZDQzZ2pfWVVMS0xKc1FN/o/VEMwNjIxMjAxODE1

05/11/2026

Before summer begins, take one last moment to unwind.

Head to Relaxing Under the Stars on Monday, May 18 from 12 to 12:50 p.m at Abrams Planetarium. This program is free and open to Spartan faculty, staff, and students.

Registration is encouraged via Learning Stream: https://bit.ly/MSUUHWLearningStream.