Are you looking for activities for you and your family in the upcoming month? There are events (in-person and virtual) on campus and in the Greater Lansing community. Many events require registration, so be sure to click the links to learn more.
Campus Events
April 1 – MSU Science Festival: Print your own butterfly postcard! (free): Create a butterfly postcard with an illustration from Special Collections.
April 2 – TEDxMSU (free): Visit the Wharton Center to hear from TEDx speakers, and visit pop-up shops, participate in giveaways and much more.
April 5 – 2023 International Awards Ceremony: Join this recognition of individuals who are solving the world’s greatest problems, making the world a better place, internationalizing the student experience, and advancing knowledge and transforming lives around the world.
April 14 – APIDA Heritage Month Community Dinner: Enjoy a community dinner honoring APIDA Heritage Month and enjoy an evening of community, food and activities.
April 18 – Clothing Repair-A-Thon (free): Give or gain help in the Makerspace system with any of your favorite pieces that need repairing.
Learning Opportunities
April 2 – AI Sonic Art Workshop (free): Learn how to use AI and experiment with text-to-sound technology.
April 7 – 2023 Fatherhood Forum- The Evolution of Fatherhood: The annual Fatherhood Forum is aimed toward fathers who want to enhance their greatness as parents, their loved ones and supporters.
April 11 – Grammar Refresher: Strengthen your grammar and usage skills and present a more polished, professional image.
April 12 – Maximizing the Spartan Experience: Gain a foundational perspective related to enhanced customer service delivery.
April 13 – Post Parental Leave Employee Resource Group: Things to Consider or Plan for Before/While Returning to Work: Discuss what can be done to help you be best prepared emotionally, mentally, physically and organizationally before returning to work.
Health and Wellness
Starts April 5 – Wellbeing Wednesdays (free): The Health4U program and WorkLife Office have partnered to bring you wellbeing in its many forms.
April 18 – Sleep: Understanding and Optimizing Your Nightly Reboot (free): Learn about the physiological importance of sleep and how to improve your sleep quality.
Family-Friendly Activities
Starts April 1 – Big Astronomy: Visit the Abrams Planetarium to learn more about a world-class observatory.
April 1 – Monday Night Open House (free): View insects from all over the world at the MSU Bug House.
April 1 – Pet Easter Egg Hunt: Soldan’s Pet Supplies is bringing back their Pet Easter Egg Hunt with thousands of colorful eggs on the lawn of their DeWitt location.
Starts April 2 – A Story of Survival Dinosaurs: Visit the Abrams Planetarium to learn about the evolution of dinosaurs.
April 3 – Mother Daughter Dance: Head to Delta Township for a night of fun, music, refreshments and photos!
April 14 – Night at the Museums (free): Enjoy the MSU Museum and the Broad Art Museum with tours, art making and more.
April 25 – Sensory Friendly Spartan Concert (free): Enjoy a chamber ensemble concert designed to serve the needs of all individuals.