MSU Center for Community Engaged Learning

MSU Center for Community Engaged Learning Connecting Michigan State students with the community through volunteerism and philanthropy.

We also house four student-run groups:

Alternative Spartan Breaks: http://asb.msu.edu/
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program: http://www.vita.msu.edu/
Spartans Rebuilding Michigan: http://spartansrebuildingmichigan.org/

They are located in Room 30 of the Student Services Building.

Help us fill the Bus by September 16th! Our 18th annual philanthropy event with MSU Future Alumni will provide new schoo...
09/10/2026

Help us fill the Bus by September 16th! Our 18th annual philanthropy event with MSU Future Alumni will provide new school supplies for families served by the MSU Student Parent Resource Center, Lansing School District, and East Lansing Public Schools.

Any donation can make a difference, no matter the size! For example, your donation can purchase:

📓 $5 - 3 notebooks and a pack of pens and pencils
✏️ $20 - 20 packs of colored pencils
🎒 $50 - a brand-new adult-sized backpack

Donations of supplies are also appreciated! Bring your new, unopened school supplies to the bin outside of CCEL's office at the Student Services Building, Room 101.

Learn more and participate at https://givingto.msu.edu/causes-to-support/crowdpower/fill-the-bus!

MSU Alumni

, Spartans! Visit CCEL at these events tomorrow:💼 Local Job and Internship Fair, Munn Ice Arena, 3-6PM: Learn more abou...
09/09/2026

, Spartans! Visit CCEL at these events tomorrow:

💼 Local Job and Internship Fair, Munn Ice Arena, 3-6PM: Learn more about work-study tutoring with America Reads/America Counts!

💚 Spartan Remix, Multicultural Center, 6-8PM: Meet us, make your voting pledge with MSUvote, and learn more about Alternative Spartan Breaks!

The Spartan Volunteer Service Award is a presidential recognition given to any student who tracks 100 community engageme...
09/09/2026

The Spartan Volunteer Service Award is a presidential recognition given to any student who tracks 100 community engagement hours between December 8, 2025 and December 13, 2026. And with our SpartansVolunteer platform, it's easier than ever to track your hours!

Just sign in to spartansvolunteer.msu.edu with your MSU NetID, track your community engagement hours, and automatically receive the award when you reach 100 hours!

To learn more about this award and how to track your hours, scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/msuSVSA.

There's still time to apply for pre-health volunteer opportunities this semester! Applications and onboarding for McLare...
09/08/2026

There's still time to apply for pre-health volunteer opportunities this semester! Applications and onboarding for McLaren Greater Lansing must be completed by THIS FRIDAY, September 11th. Orientations for McLaren will be held September 10th, 2-3:30PM, and September 11th, 4-5:30PM. Check https://communityengagedlearning.msu.edu/students/pre-health-opportunities for applications and more information!

09/07/2026

Planning to volunteer this year? Learn more about how to register for opportunities on SpartansVolunteer.msu.edu!

Calling all community-engaged students: our Fall Spartan Day of Service with MSU Future Alumni is coming up on Saturday,...
09/04/2026

Calling all community-engaged students: our Fall Spartan Day of Service with MSU Future Alumni is coming up on Saturday, October 3rd! Choose your volunteer site, connect with your fellow Spartans, and make an impact in the community.

We’re honored to share that this event has been selected by AmeriCorps as a 9/11 Day grant recipient! This fall, we’re joining the movement to permanently transform the anniversary of 9/11 into America’s Day of Doing Good and carrying this legacy of community service through the semester.

All volunteers will receive round trip transportation, breakfast, lunch, and a Days of Service t-shirt. Explore our volunteer sites and register today at https://ow.ly/7FMa50ZIVz4!

You don't have to go far to enact social change and learn from connection with community! Here are some events and oppor...
09/03/2026

You don't have to go far to enact social change and learn from connection with community! Here are some events and opportunities from across campus you may be interested in...

📞 The Center for Survivors needs fall volunteers for their Survivor Advocacy and Crisis Intervention team! Volunteers will answer anonymous calls and chats as well as provide in-person support for survivors as they navigate their next steps. Training will take place in late September through October. Apply by 5PM on Sunday, September 13th at centerforsurvivors.msu.edu/volunteers!

🕊️ Join CCEL and Religious, Spiritual, and Secular Identities for our International Peace Day Celebration on September 17th! We will start with interfaith dialogue at the Peace Pole in the People's Park before marching to the Alumni Memorial Chapel. There, our conversation will continue with a discussion of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. All students, faculty, staff, and community members are welcome!

♻️ The Great Michigan Compost Tour is making a stop at the MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center on September 18th, 11AM-3PM! All students, faculty, staff, and community members can learn more about how our campus's vermicomposting operations repurpose food waste and fuel climate resilience. While you're there, explore the Surplus Store and join Student Upcycle Friday for sustainable crafts during the same times!

🪴 Our on-campus partners at the Plant Biology Teaching Conservatory are looking for up to 5 volunteer social media content creators! This virtual opportunity runs through May 7th, 2027. This is great for communication majors, digital artists, and anyone who loves plants. Register today with your MSU NetID on SpartansVolunteer!

Volunteering is a great way to build career skills while helping organizations continue their support of communities! Sw...
09/01/2026

Volunteering is a great way to build career skills while helping organizations continue their support of communities! Swipe to learn more about the benefits of volunteer experience ➡️

Want to add volunteering to your resume? Get involved with CCEL's programs and connect today with the Career Services Network to learn what employers are looking for 💚

Welcome to a new year, Spartans! Don't forget to:✅ Read your syllabi✉️ Sign up for our mailing list at https://ow.ly/Hr8...
08/31/2026

Welcome to a new year, Spartans! Don't forget to:

✅ Read your syllabi
✉️ Sign up for our mailing list at https://ow.ly/Hr8n50ZHk5W
✍️ Discover your Civic Profile through our Civic Spartans Semester at https://ow.ly/FvFH50ZHk5X
🤝 Join us at the Volunteer Fair on September 19th to meet nonprofits - RSVP at https://ow.ly/4zb050ZHk5V
🗳️ Register to vote and make your plan for the election on November 3rd
💚 Have a great semester!

Want to learn more about community-engaged learning at MSU this year? Visit CCEL at Sparticipation on August 30th, 1-5PM...
08/28/2026

Want to learn more about community-engaged learning at MSU this year? Visit CCEL at Sparticipation on August 30th, 1-5PM! Find our booth at Section A, Row E, Table 2 to get all your questions answered and pick up some CCEL swag. We will also be joined by and the Michigan Department of State at Table 1 if you need to check or update your voter registration. See you there!

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Rm 101 Student Services Building
East Lansing, MI
48824

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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