I belong at MSU

No two Spartans are alike, but they all belong at Michigan State University. This is a place where all can be proud of their strengths, differences, interests and identities.

Meet some Spartan students who are discovering their path, their passion and why they belong at MSU.

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Kalil Olsen

“I love that I have a drive and a passion for many different areas in my life. I am most proud of how far I’ve come as a person, a student, a leader and as a musical athlete during my time at MSU.”

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Caitlin Kaleta

"From my skating team to study groups, everyone makes me feel like I belong here."

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Nicholas Prestly

"Although I'm the first person in my family to become a Spartan, education has always been a priority."

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Julia O'Mara

"I'm not the 'stereotypical engineer'. At MSU, I've had many opportunities to embrace all parts of myself despite my major."

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Daniel Puentes

“My family is really proud of how far I’ve come. I’ll be the first in my family to get a Ph.D., becoming the first Dr. Puentes from my family.”

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Tabby Basha

“I love saying yes to everything because it has led me to so many amazing experiences.”

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Ayokunle Osofisan

“My parents always tell me they’re proud that I am creating my own path in life and working toward a career in what I am most passionate about.”

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Jordan Zmich

“I have had great opportunities come with being a part of the Honors College, like take different types of classes and meet new people.”

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Travis Boling

“I love animals, and I always knew I wanted to be a veterinarian.”

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Alex Johnson

“I’m proud of being able to survive school during COVID with a good GPA and with an amazing group of friends.”

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Nick Carlier

“I am proud of the person I am, and I find that my own personal identity motivates my values.”

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Amanda Flores

“The Chicano Latino Studies (CLS) program offers students a communal space to build a Spartan familia—a home away from home. It is one of the reasons why I made it through my first year of doctoral work.”