University Health and Wellbeing

11/20/2025

The holiday season can bring added stress and emotional strain at work and at home. MSU’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here to help, with confidential after-hours support for employees and their families. During business hours, eligible individuals can speak directly with EAP staff. After hours, callers can leave a voicemail for a callback or be connected to a confidential partner for immediate assistance. 517-355-4506.

11/19/2025

UHW will be closed on November 27 and 28. 24/7 crisis services remain available even when offices are closed.

Spartan Shelf locations will be closed from November 27 through 29. Spartan Shelf-Union will also close on Saturday, December 6.

Visit our website to find crisis services students can access any time: https://uhw.msu.edu/crisis-and-emergency-assistance.

11/17/2025

Finals season will be here before you know it, so schedule some mindful pauses while you can!

Join us for Relaxing Under the Stars at Abrams Planetarium on November 24. This free event offers a 20-minute guided constellation tour and a serene space to relax at the end of the semester.

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

11/13/2025

We rely on donors like you for some of Spartans’ most basic needs, like:

-Personal hygiene products
-Cleaning supplies
-Seasonings/sauces

Host a donation drive to connect fellow Spartans with basic needs through the MSU Food Bank and Basic Needs Program.

Visit https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6DSkCYn4vb8JIq2 to learn more and get started.

11/13/2025

Planning international travel over the holidays? UHW’s Travel Clinic can help you stay healthy. Schedule a consultation to get destination-specific vaccine recommendations, preventative medications, and expert guidance. Appointments are required and open to students, employees, and the greater Lansing community. Call 517-353-3161 to schedule your appointment.

Learn more about services and fees: uhw.msu.edu/health-and-wellbeing-services/medical-care/travel-clinic

11/12/2025

Is your Spartan a competent eater? Do they feel good about food, eating, and comfortable with their enjoyment of food?

The holidays can stir up emotions around food and body image. UHW dietitians use the Satter Eating Competence Model to help students feel confident and supported. Appointments are free.
Learn more: uhw.msu.edu/students/nutrition

11/12/2025

Today is the 5 year anniversary of the MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program! The MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program is staffed 24/7 by specialized forensic nurses. Services are free and available to adults who have been sexually assaulted within the last 5 days. Walk in or Call ahead at 517-353-2700. Learn more about the MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program at Centerforsurvivors.msu.edu

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

UHW Campus Health Services encourages students to build relationships with providers they trust. Same- or next-day appointments are often available, and eligible enrolled students get three prepaid primary care visits each academic year. Learn more or schedule an appointment online: https://uhw.msu.edu/health-and-wellbeing-services/medical-care/campus-health-services.

11/07/2025

As flu season approaches, Spartans prioritize their wellbeing with an annual flu vaccine to “stop the sick” and keep campus healthy. Thanks to University Health and Wellbeing for offering vaccines to the campus community.

11/05/2025

Meet Anne Thompson – Associate Director of Health Promotion at MSU's University Health and Wellbeing!

Thompson leads initiatives that empower the Spartan community to make informed, healthy choices through education, prevention and wellness support. Her work bridges data-driven insights with compassionate care—helping students thrive in and beyond the classroom.

Catch Anne as a panelist this Friday at the MSU Health & Risk Communication: Day of Innovation and Insights, where she’ll share her perspective on advancing health communication and wellbeing across campus and beyond: http://spr.ly/618771awJ

Health and Risk Communication Center - Michigan State University

11/03/2025

Some things never change – like Spartans supporting Spartans.

Host a donation drive to support fellow Spartans through the MSU Food Bank and Basic Needs Program.

Visit https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6DSkCYn4vb8JIq2 to learn more and get started.