JMC hosts families during Admitted Student Day

April 18, 2024 - Beth Brauer

Mother Nature cooperated for Michigan State University’s Admitted Student Day held on April 6. With approximately 3,600 registered students touring campus and attending organized programming, the event provided newly admitted Spartans to learn more about the opportunities that exist when they return as students this fall.

In addition to the programming organized by the Office of Admissions, James Madison College offered a variety of informational sessions and activities for the 100 plus registered students and their families.

From 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Case Hall’s third floor provided an Open House experience where admitted students could tour the residential college; speak to academic advisers and career counselors; meet current JMC students and faculty; discover some of the experiential opportunities that exist like the JMC Human Rights Lab and so much more.

“We attended the Presidential Debate discussion, as well as the advisory session and Human Rights Lab demonstration,” said Wendy Schaper, a Spartan alumna visiting from Geneva, Illinois with her husband and children.

“The advisory session was extremely helpful with the list of classes JMC students will take and what steps students need to complete before enrolling. The session definitely gave us the idea that our son will be well supported and guided in selecting his courses.”

In JMC, Admitted Student Day is the final on-campus recruitment event for all admitted students during a particular recruitment cycle. The main goal within the college is highlighting the level of attention students receive from faculty and staff, says Jahshua Smith, JMC’s recruitment coordinator. “And it starts with providing opportunities for prospective students to meet potential mentors, classmates and future friends.”

“For me, the best part is seeing the students that I've spoken with over the last year come in relaxed and ready to dedicate their pursuit of knowledge at JMC. Introducing new students to faculty and staff brings me  joy because it gives us an idea of how to build our community together and tackle hard issues with more of a familial approach,” Smith said.