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More than 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students are enrolled in 16 programs within the college’s five departments. With nationally-ranked programs and internationally-renowned faculty members, ComArtSci prepares students for emerging careers in areas such as health and risk communication, journalism, public relations, game design and communicative disorders.
ComArtSci Connect
Building a strong professional network can be key to learning about careers and gaining experience that makes you a competitive candidate to employers. ComArtSci Connect is our new alumni mentoring platform that lets you find alumni who want to help you advance your professional development and career. Match based on interests, industry, majors, student organizations and more. All MSU students have an account created for them; log in with your MSU Email, NetID and password.
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Social Circles Protect against Depression in Elderly Adults, Research Finds
A new study published in Psychology and Aging shows that robust social networks can protect against depression in older adults, with MSU researchers taking a look at the layers that exist in older adults’ social circles.
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While Michigan State University students are learning remotely, they are not alone. Hear directly from fellow Spartans about the resources that are available.
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Given the current status of the novel coronavirus, the majority of all undergraduate students are continuing their education remotely. Safety continues to be our top priority, and we are working hard to support an engaged and connected experience for all Spartans wherever they are.