School of Planning, Design and Construction at Michigan State University

School of Planning, Design and Construction at Michigan State University The MSU School of Planning, Design & Construction programs are Construction Management, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Urban & Regional Planning.

The School of Planning, Design and Construction (SPDC) is a part of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) at Michigan State University. It consists of four separately accredited programs: Construction Management, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture and Urban & Regional Planning. Under the leadership of Dr. Scott G. Witter, faculty and staff work daily to provide a quality edu

cational experience for students in these fields, encouraging the creativity and innovation that drive these industries.

SPDC prepares the leaders and innovators of tomorrow by prioritizing practical education through real-world learning exp...
09/11/2026

SPDC prepares the leaders and innovators of tomorrow by prioritizing practical education through real-world learning experiences locally and around the globe!

On September 8th through September 11th, students from Nürtingen-Geislingen University in Germany visited East Lansing to work with Urban & Regional Planning students for a redevelopment workshop.

Over three days, the students planned, prepared, and presented redevelopment plans to their peers, professors, and local professionals.

Interested in the theories, practices, and industries that shape the world around you? Learn how you can become a Sparta...
09/09/2026

Interested in the theories, practices, and industries that shape the world around you? Learn how you can become a Spartan, Built to Lead!

MSU's School of Planning, Design and Construction prepares the leaders and innovators of the built environment disciplines through four, nationally accredited degree programs; Construction Management, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Urban & Regional Planning.

SPDC will host Prospective Students Day October 2, 2026 from 10am to 12pm in the Human Ecology Building at 552 W Circle Dr, East Lansing, MI 48823.

Join us to learn more about our school, our programs, and how enrolling at SPDC could be the first step in building your future!

Sign up today by scanning the QR code or clicking this link: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8uj5KaXS55CudCK

Spartans attending the annual ASLA Conference in Los Angeles:Be sure to join our MSU Landscape Architecture Alumni and S...
09/08/2026

Spartans attending the annual ASLA Conference in Los Angeles:

Be sure to join our MSU Landscape Architecture Alumni and Student Reception on September 17, 2026 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar.

Meet fellow Spartans to build and grow your network of LA alumni!

To RSVP, scan the QR Code or visit: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5uxaJx5rGgiPDCK

First week of classes done, and we're ready for the weekend!
09/04/2026

First week of classes done, and we're ready for the weekend!

We're feeling pretty good about the first week of class 😎SPDC students are back in action and ready to advance industry ...
09/03/2026

We're feeling pretty good about the first week of class 😎

SPDC students are back in action and ready to advance industry and innovate for the future!

Make sure to keep up with SPDC on all our socials to follow everything our amazing faculty and students accomplish this year!

Are you as excited for the start of the semester as we are?!We love to see the hallways come alive as students return fo...
09/02/2026

Are you as excited for the start of the semester as we are?!

We love to see the hallways come alive as students return for the fall semester.

Be sure to stay connected so you can see all the wonderful things happening at SPDC this year!

We're half way through the first week of class!SPDC started the new academic year with welcome activities for new studen...
09/02/2026

We're half way through the first week of class!

SPDC started the new academic year with welcome activities for new students to learn about the school, join breakout sessions focused on our four unique programs - Construction Management, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Urban & Regional Planning - and hear from fellow students.

2026-27 is going to another great one at SPDC!

The 2026 Peter & Linda Riguardi Travel Fellowship was a great success!Students from all four programs at SPDC visited Lo...
09/01/2026

The 2026 Peter & Linda Riguardi Travel Fellowship was a great success!

Students from all four programs at SPDC visited London, touring project sites and historic examples of built environment planning, design and construction.

This experiential learning opportunity is vital to preparing SPDC students for professional success as leaders and innovators in industry.

Thank you to Peter & Linda Riguardi, whose endowment sponsors this learning experience, and thank you to everyone involved that makes this trip possible!

The new academic year starts today!In preparation, SPDC faculty and staff came together for the annual Kick-Off Meeting,...
08/31/2026

The new academic year starts today!

In preparation, SPDC faculty and staff came together for the annual Kick-Off Meeting, sharing updates, discussing pressing issues, and enjoying team building exercises !

We also had special guests drop in from other departments as well as the CANR Dean, Matthew Daum, Ph.D.

Everyone here is excited for another great year at SPDC!

SPDC faculty and staff are excited to welcome the 2026-27 academic year!
08/31/2026

SPDC faculty and staff are excited to welcome the 2026-27 academic year!

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Human Ecology Bldg, 552 W Cir Drive, Rm 101
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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