Since 2005, Michigan State University has welcomed young Spartans, ages 8-13, and their grandparents to campus for a unique inter-generational learning experience at Grandparents University. This three-day campus experience is a truly unique, fun-filled experience that actively engages kids in Michigan State academics while creating lasting family memories. Each year, 1,300 guests from throughout the United States and around the world choose from nearly 200 classes offered by more than 25 colleges and units at MSU. Students participate in four classes and unique evening programming, with ample time allocated for exploring all that the MSU campus has to offer.
Since 2005, Michigan State University has welcomed young Spartans, ages 8-13, and their grandparents to campus for a unique inter-generational learning experience at Grandparents University. This three-day camp experience is a truly unique, fun-filled experience that actively engages kids in Michigan State academics while creating lasting family memories. Registration opens April 4. Prior to registering, please review all details on the registration page at alumni.msu.edu/ grandparents.
Schedule of Classes and Activities for 2023 June 27–29
Email GPU@msu.edu for more info.
SESSION 1: TUESDAY, JUNE 27 [100] All About Insects with the MSU Bug House 20 Participants Join MSU Bug House guides for an interactive Bug House tour! Learn about the biology of insects and other arthropods, handle live beetles and cockroaches and participate in an insect-themed craft activity (may include live insects). [101] Are You the Next Olympic Athlete? Measuring Movement in Health and Disease 14 Participants Explore technology that is used to analyze human movement and how it can assess motor skills both in health and disease.
[107] Composting With Worms 20 Participants
Who will compost? Worms will! Learn how to compost food waste generated at home using the power of worms. Participants of this class will have the opportunity to build and take home a bin containing live worms! [108] Harry Potter and the Secrets of British English 50 Participants Harry Potter is a young wizard whose adventures have been enjoyed by people across the globe. But Harry was brought to life by a British author and his world is full of prefects, sticky toffee puddings and getting sorted into school houses. Learn about some of Harry’s culture and vocabulary, and the reasons why American English and British English have become different over time. [109] Disney Trivia 20 Participants In this fun Jeopardy style trivia game, play games like “name that tune” with family teams. [110] Static Electricity with WKAR’s Curious Crew 50 Participants Staticize balloons and Van de Graff fun! Even build an electroscope to explore a “shocking” lesson on static electricity with WKAR’s Curious Crew. [111] Geocaching in the MSU Horticulture Gardens 25 Participants Learn the basics of the popular worldwide hobby of geocaching while touring the beautiful MSU Horticulture Gardens. You will learn what geocaching is all about and how to operate a basic GPS unit. Basic loaner Garmin GPS units will be provided. Please note this class requires a lot of walking and is designed for those who have never geocached before. We will be outside rain or shine (unless there is lightning). Bring rain gear, water and bug spray and wear comfortable walking shoes!
[102] Balloon Twisting 20 Participants
Learn a skill that you can have for a lifetime — twisting balloon animals. Balloons are made of latex, so this session is not recommended if you are allergic to latex. [103] Black Education: 10 Things You Thought You Knew...(But Probably Didn’t) 100 Participants Explore the contributions Black people have made to public education in the U.S. This session will focus on the historical and contemporary implications of desegregation noting the upcoming 70th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision. [105] Calming and Quieting: Tools to Stay Cool When Things Get Hot 20 Participants Your days get busy and can get stressful if you have too much to do. Wouldn’t it be great to know some ways to be calm when you get overwhelmed? In this class we will talk about ways to relax and focus in the moment. We will find examples from nature to help you build new ways of decreasing stress. We will also make calming jars for you to take home. This class is open to ages 10-13 and particularly relevant to boys and girls who are in sports.
[112] Got Violin?! It’s a Cool Tool! 15 Participants
Interested in learning the violin? You can learn how to play the violin alongside your grandparent! Violins are provided.
[106] Carillons: Bells and Their Music 20 Participants
Tour the Beaumont Tower carillon, experience how they are played and learn a brief history of carillons in the U.S. and other countries.
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[113] Hands-on Chemistry 45 Participants
[119] Lights! Camera! Action! 14 Participants Make a short television show using multicam production techniques!
Join us for hands-on chemistry fun! In this course, we will be working as real scientists to understand how the world works. Be prepared to get a little messy as we experiment with chromatography and diffusion art, sugar rainbow, superabsorbent polymers and more! [114] Having Fun with the Business Model Canvas 20 Participants Learn how to use the Business Model Canvas, tool used to bring to a business to life. Explore how businesses operate with a fun and relatable business case.
[120] Make a Basket 12 Participants
Learn basic weaving techniques and make your own simple basket out of reed (both plain and dyed).
[121] Microscope Guessing Game 15 Participants
How does Velcro work? Are all cell phone screens the same? Why does cat hair stick to everything? Use optical and scanning electron microscopes to answer these questions and many more.
[115] Intro to Archery 20 Participants
[122] Name that Animal 15 Participants
Explore the world of archery with the opportunity for novice and advanced shooters to shoot both recurve and compound archery equipment. The class will include primarily spot target shooting indoors, however, we have the facility to shoot outdoors and allow participants to try out state-of- the-art video archery system (TechnoHunt 400). [116] Intro to Theatrical Costumes and Construction 16 Participants Explore what it takes to make theatrical costumes. This class will be very “hands-on.” Learn a few basic sewing skills and come away with a small tote bag that you sew yourself. [117] Journal Making with the Writing Center @ MSU 15 Participants Create your own creative journal to write your story in! During the class sessions, participants will be provided with a journal of their choice and decorating materials (i.e. markers, stickers, scrapbooking material, scissors, glue, etc.) to construct their journal. The Writing Center will also provide various prompts to include in the journals to think, reflect and write about.
Guess an animal based off of a special adaption it’s made to thrive inside the environment that it lives in. After the guessing, there will be a brief discussion regarding the animal in question so participants can learn even more about the amazing adaptations around us. [123] Physical Therapy 101: Spartans Will Move 40 Participants Discover how physical therapists help people improve their ability to move, perform daily activities, recover from injury and live a healthy, active lifestyle. Get up and get active! Learn and perform treatments commonly used in physical therapy for a variety of medical conditions. [124] Physics is Fun 100 Participants Come and see interesting and exciting physics demonstrations about the most important physical laws governing our world. [125] Pickleball 24 Participants Learn the basics of pickleball in an active, fun atmosphere. [126] Pizza Making Seminar 10 Participants Learning how to make pizza from scratch and using different technics, sauce and toppings.
[118] Learn to Use a Laser Cutter 20 Participants
Learn about laser cutting and how to make a keychain design in a vector graphics program. Customize your keychain and watch your design cut on the laser cutter.
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[127] Play-Making Now! 30 Participants
[134] Theatre Games and Improvisation 40 Participants Explore a fast-paced, fun and interactive experience using a series of theatre games often used by actors and improv companies. No experience necessary, just a sense of adventure and willingness to have fun! Participants should dress comfortably.
Use your imagination to envision what’s not yet but can be, and take the initiative to make it happen. We will use a Play-Makers playbook to share stories about our own ideas and learn about other Play- Makers from around the world. We will also enjoy making a collaborative art piece together. [128] Science of Star Wars 140 Participants Learn about the science of different types of planets, spaceships and more inspired by Star Wars. We will also have a chat about engineering while making light sabers. [129] Sparty On! Photo Editing With Free Online Tools 30 Participants Learn how to use web-based apps to edit, retouch and combine images. We’ll create a Spartan-themed collage and talk about careers that use these types of tools. [130] STEM Building Tours 20 Participants Enjoy a 30-minute walking tour of the STEM Teaching and Learning facility. What once was the power plant for the University, now encompasses state-of-the-art technologies and spaces for STEM education and collaboration.
[135] Time Travel — from MAC to MSU 20 Participants
Rewind the clock! See the past — in the present. Enjoy an enlightening stroll around the beautiful historic area of campus. We’ll take a walking tour through the history of the ever-changing campus and see how student life has changed from the 1800s. We’ll travel through time from the oldest point on campus to one of the newest – and imagine the future beyond!
[136] Tour de Campus by Bike! 15 Participants
Explore MSU’s beautiful campus by bike. We’ll see all the newer bike-friendly facilities that have been installed in the past decade or so that you might not know about. [137] Tour of Lasch Family Golf Center — Home to MSU Golf 50 Participants Tour the home of the MSU men’s and women’s golf teams. The Lasch Family Golf Center is one of the most acclaimed facilities in collegiate golf. [138] Traveling Technology Free 25 Participants Have you ever wondered how people traveled without GPS? Do you think you could find your way around using just a map? In this class you will learn how to read an Atlas, reach destinations using maps, use tools to plan a road trip and receive take-home material to use on your next adventure. [139] Veterinary Nursing — A Bandaging Lab 30 Participants Work through a case where a veterinary patient experiences a broken leg. We will discuss findings and patient care from the veterinary nurses perspective. We’ll bandage the legs of stuffed puppies demonstrating the bandage techniques required by surgery.
[131] The Hidden Maze 10 Participants
In an escape room format, students will explore disability, impacts of disability and common barriers in society, and engage with an experience of what it means to navigate our society with a disability.
[133] The Spirit in the Stick 12 Participants
Lacrosse is one of the most popular sports in the U.S., but did you know it’s the national summer sport of Canada? Learn about the history of the creator’s game and practice lacrosse basics! Arm and throwing skills can be taught to wheelchair participants with upper body mobility, but will be held on grass surfaces. Boys and girls under the age of 12 preferred. Not suitable for advanced athletes. Please bring your own stick.
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SESSION 2: WEDNESDAY MORNING, JUNE 28 [200] A Smashing Time With Nuclei at FRIB 24 Participants See inside MSU’s Facility for Rare Isotope Beams, a world-leading nuclear research laboratory. Get hands-on with a model “nucleus” to learn how and why we smash nuclei at half the speed of light, then tour the lab and find out what exciting discoveries await the new linear accelerator! [201] All About Insects with the MSU Bug House 20 Participants Join MSU Bug House guides for an interactive Bug House tour! Learn about the biology of insects and other arthropods, handle live beetles and cockroaches and participate in an insect-themed craft activity (may include live insects). [202] American or Canadian? The Culture and Charm of Canada 30 Participants View images, videoclips, historical facts, music and food of Canada and invite participants to compete in a quiz challenge on knowledge of Canada. Savor Canadian treats and learn new and interesting facts about Canada. This session is being presented in honor of the 65th anniversary of the MSU Canadian Studies Center!
[141] We Are All African (and a little bit Neanderthal) 10 Participants Learn basic concepts of genetics and evolution and apply them to create a phylogenetic tree. We’ll interpret the results gleaned from peer-reviewed publications on human evolution.
[142] Where Does Milk Come From? 25 Participants
Tour the MSU Dairy Teaching and Research Center, meet some cows up close and learn where milk comes from! [143] Who Stole the Last Cookie? 25 Participants How do courts and the law determine what happened and when? What if taking the last cookie was a crime? How do you prove your innocence and your family member’s guilt? [144] The Sound Factory: Music Making for All Ages! 50 Participants Make music and explore ribbon sticks, shakers, maracas and other simple sound-making creations, including slightly more complex frame drums and rainsticks. [145] The Sound Factory: Music Making for All Ages! 50 Participants Make music and explore ribbon sticks, shakers, maracas and other simple sound-making creations, including slightly more complex frame drums and rainsticks.
[203] Basic Cake Decorating 12 Participants
Learn basic cake decorating skills and some fun ideas for specialty cakes, cupcakes and cookies.
[204] Be an Ancestry Detective 40 Participants
In this class, we will generate a family tree together using a free version of Ancestry.com and learn how to use free tools available through your local library. Attendees will learn tips for family tree research, including how to conduct family interviews and record multi-generational family traditions and memories.
[205] Be an Archaeologist for a Day 15 Participants
Learn about what it takes to be an archaeologist alongside the MSU Campus Archaeology program’s archaeology staff and faculty.
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[206] Black Education: 10 Things You Thought You Knew...(But Probably Didn’t) 100 Participants Explore the contributions Black people have made to public education in the U.S. This session will focus on the historical and contemporary implications of desegregation noting the upcoming 70th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision. [207] Build an Exhibit, Build a Science Center 30 Participants Build STEM exhibits using easily available materials. Help build an entire science center where you can see an exhibit, touch it, play with it, experiment with it, break it (accidentally), repair it, rebuild it, improvise it, make a copy and take it home. [208] Building Your Dream Community 40 Participants Take part in an activity and review how the availability of resources impacts communities. We’ll build our own communities with the materials or “resources” available and communities will be compared and discussed. [209] Bumps and Bruises — Household First Aid 30 Participants Learn about first-aid for common household injuries from senior paramedic instructors. [210] Cake Pops, Chocolate and Sprinkles Oh My! 25 Participants Learn how to make cake pops — from mixing, to dipping, to decorating. [211] Cash Conversations with MSU Federal Credit Union 50 Participants Learn about money and play games that focus on saving, spending and sharing money. You’ll have the opportunity to work together with your family member(s) to practice ways to manage money, discuss future plans and have fun! [212] Disney Trivia 20 Participants In this fun Jeopardy style trivia game, play games like “name that tune” with family teams!
[213] Eggstravaganza 16 Participants
Learn how eggs are graded and how to determine interior and exterior quality. Enjoy demonstrations and hands-on testing to see how eggs alter the foods we make with them. Learn about egg packaging, including what all the labels and stamps mean. [214] Geocaching in the MSU Horticulture Gardens 25 Participants Learn the basics of the popular worldwide hobby of geocaching while touring the beautiful MSU Horticulture Gardens. You will learn what geocaching is all about and how to operate a basic GPS unit. Basic loaner Garmin GPS units will be provided. Please note this class requires a lot of walking and is designed for those who have never geocached before. We will be outside rain or shine (unless there is lightning). Bring rain gear, water and bug spray and wear comfortable walking shoes!
[216] Got Violin?! It’s a Cool Tool! 15 Participants
Interested in learning the violin? You can learn how to play the violin alongside your grandparent! Violins are provided. [217] Harry Potter and the Secrets of British English 50 Participants Harry Potter is a young wizard whose adventures have been enjoyed by people across the globe. But Harry was brought to life by a British author and his world is full of prefects, sticky toffee puddings and getting sorted into school houses. Learn about some of Harry’s culture and vocabulary, and the reasons why American English and British English have become different over time. [218] Having Fun with the Business Model Canvas 20 Participants Learn how to use the Business Model Canvas, tool used to bring to a business to life. Explore how businesses operate with a fun and relatable business case.
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[219] History of Sparty 50 Participants
[224] Journal Making with the Writing Center @ MSU 15 Participants Create your own creative journal to write your story in! During the class sessions, participants will be provided with a journal of their choice and decorating materials (i.e. markers, stickers, scrapbooking material, scissors, glue, etc.) to construct their journal. The Writing Center will also provide various prompts to include in the journals to think, reflect and write about.
You have seen him at athletic events, in parades, around campus on game day, in ESPN commercials, at weddings, birthday parties, alumni club events and promoting literacy to children in schools. He is everywhere; he is loved and he is an embodiment of what it means to be a Michigan State Spartan. Have you ever wondered how our beloved Sparty became the MSU icon he is today? In this session you will learn the origins of Sparty, the Sparty Mascot Program and get a rare inside look at what it is like to portray Sparty. There are many exciting aspects of the program that most Spartans do not have the opportunity to witness. Join us for an in-depth look of Sparty, the gentle giant. [220] Humor and Laughter: Always the Best Medicine at Any Age! 30 Participants Genuine and spontaneous humor and laughter are the best ways to promote self-care every day! But, what are the positive health effects of humor and laughter on the mind-body-spirit? This fun, interactive class will brighten your day, cause you to smile and be a foundation for bringing joy and laughter in your life every day!
[225] Microbe Art 101 20 Participants
Explore the field of colorful microbes by delving into agar art, learning about synthetic pigments that bacteria have been engineered to produce and naturally colored microbes. This class will have everyone using microscopes to see some colorful samples first-hand and then designing agar art for themselves.
[226] Microscope Guessing Game 15 Participants
How does Velcro work? Are all cell phone screens the same? Why does cat hair stick to everything? Use optical and scanning electron microscopes to answer these questions and many more.
[222] Intro to Archery 20 Participants
[227] Name that Animal! 15 Participants
Explore the world of archery with the opportunity for novice and advanced shooters to shoot both recurve and compound archery equipment. The class will include primarily spot target shooting indoors, however, we have the facility to shoot outdoors and allow participants to try out state-of- the-art video archery system (TechnoHunt 400). [223] Intro to Theatrical Costumes and Construction 16 Participants Explore what it takes to make theatrical costumes. This class will be very “hands-on.” Learn a few basic sewing skills and come away with a small tote bag that you sew yourself.
Guess an animal based off of a special adaption it’s made to thrive inside the environment that it lives in. After the guessing, there will be a brief discussion regarding the animal in question so participants can learn even more about the amazing adaptations around us.
[228] NinjAnatomy 50 Participants
Get ready to move! Join us for a dynamic blend between the martial arts and anatomical sciences. Basic kicking and punching techniques set the scene for discussing a variety of anatomical topics, including the cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems. Show off your newly gained skills by breaking a real wood board! [229] Pickleball 24 Participants Learn the basics of pickleball in an active, fun atmosphere.
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[230] We are Stars 135 Participants
[238] Traveling Technology Free 25 Participants Have you ever wondered how people traveled without GPS? Do you think you could find your way around using just a map? In this class you will learn how to read an Atlas, reach destinations using maps, use tools to plan a road trip and receive take-home material to use on your next adventure. [239] Tree-mendous Care 20 Participants What do trees need to be healthy? In this session, you will see how the campus arboretum is maintained at Michigan State University. Experience basic instruction in tree climbing with ropes and saddles. Learn from arborists about the care that trees need and see demonstrations of tree spraying and injection techniques. See how MSU repurposes wood from trees that are removed from campus. Leave with ideas for tree care in your community! [240] Veterinary Nursing — A Bandaging Lab 30 Participants Work through a case where a veterinary patient experiences a broken leg. We will discuss findings and patient care from the veterinary nurses perspective. We’ll bandage the legs of stuffed puppies demonstrating the bandage techniques required by surgery. [241] Virtual Bargaining as Workers and Managers 10 Participants Experience how workers and managers bargain in a small virtual labor market. [242] What’s Lurking in the Water? Exploring the Red Cedar River 30 Participants Learn about water in a river by observing the animals that live in the Red Cedar River. We’ll handle live river critters and mammal furs and learn how to fillet a fish.
What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins. Connect life on Earth to the evolution of the universe by following the formation of hydrogen atoms to the synthesis of carbon and the molecules for life. Narrated by Andy Serkis. [231] Sled Dog School 20 Participants Learn about the world of sled dogs as we head to Sled Dog School.
[232] Spartans Talk Dollars and Cents 25 Participants
Let’s talk money! Being ready for the future and knowing how to manage your money is an important life skill. Join MSU Extension staff as you explore the world of finances and increase your money smart knowledge through fun, hands-on activities. [233] Sparty On! Photo Editing With Free Online Tools 30 Participants Learn how to use web-based apps to edit, retouch and combine images. We’ll create a Spartan-themed collage and talk about careers that use these types of tools.
[234] Teamwork and Timbers 15 Participants
Assemble a 1/4 scale timber frame barn and learn about barn construction tools and timber frame barn history.
[235] The Hidden Maze 10 Participants
In an escape room format, students will explore disability, impacts of disability and common barriers in society, and engage with an experience of what it means to navigate our society with a disability.
[243] Who Stole the Last Cookie? 25 Participants How do courts and the law determine what
[237] Time Travel — from MAC to MSU 20 Participants
Rewind the clock! See the past — in the present. Enjoy an enlightening stroll around the beautiful historic area of campus. We’ll take a walking tour through the history of the ever-changing campus and see how student life has changed from the 1800s. We’ll travel through time from the oldest point on campus to one of the newest – and imagine the future beyond!
happened and when? What if taking the last cookie was a crime? How do you prove your innocence and your family member’s guilt?
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SESSION 3: WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, JUNE 28
[244] Yoga for EveryBODY 26 Participants
Yoga for EveryBODY is a mix of yoga, breathing exercise and pairs yoga. A great way to connect, loosen up and have fun. This class will be interactive and awesome!
[300] 14 Billion Years of Nuclei 24 Participants
[245] Zeke the Wonderdog 60 Participants
Learn how the elements have been formed over the entire history of the universe, what we still don’t know, and how MSU’s Facility for Rare Isotope Beams will help reveal the origins of heavy nuclei! [301] American or Canadian? The Culture and Charm of Canada 30 Participants View images, videoclips, historical facts, music and food of Canada and invite participants to compete in a quiz challenge on knowledge of Canada. Savor Canadian treats and learn new and interesting facts about Canada. This session is being presented in honor of the 65th anniversary of the MSU Canadian Studies Center!
Zeke the Wonderdog and friends will be putting on a fun event with group participation. Learn how to teach a trick — maybe even to Zeke! [246] Lights! Camera! Action! 14 Participants Make a short television show using multicam production techniques!
[247] Composting with Worms 20 Participants
Who will compost? Worms will! Learn how to compost food waste generated at home using the power of worms. Participants of this class will have the opportunity to build and take home a bin containing live worms! [248] Learning to Love Writing and Words 50 Participants View onscreen the steps in making the award- winning children’s book, “Mr. Mouthful Learns His Lesson.” We’ll review the choices a writer must make — and the book itself. Then we’ll also explore words, wordplay and important features of language. All children who attend will receive a free copy of the book. [249] Korean Language and Culture Jam 20 Participants Join us on a language and culture experience through the country of South Korea. Learn important Korean phrases, fun games, crafts and information about a popular Korean dish you can easily make at home!
[302] Animal Disease Detectives 50 Participants
Animals can’t tell you when they’re sick or point to where it hurts. Learn how veterinarians and laboratory technologists help to diagnose disease and protect both animal and human health. Participants will investigate and diagnose cases on their own. This is a two-hour class.
[303] Balloon Twisting 20 Participants
Learn a skill that you can have for a lifetime — twisting balloon animals. Balloons are made of latex, so this session is not recommended if you are allergic to latex. [304] Build an Exhibit, Build a Science Center 30 Participants Build STEM exhibits using easily available materials. Help build an entire science center where you can see an exhibit, touch it, play with it, experiment with it, break it (accidentally), repair it, rebuild it, improvise it, make a copy and take it home. [305] Building Your Dream Community 40 Participants Take part in an activity and review how the availability of resources impacts communities. We’ll build our own communities with the materials or “resources” available and communities will be compared and discussed.
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[306] Bumps and Bruises — Household First Aid 30 Participants Learn about first-aid for common household injuries from senior paramedic instructors. [307] Cake Pops, Chocolate and Sprinkles Oh My! 25 Participants Learn how to make cake pops — from mixing, to dipping, to decorating. [308] Calming and Quieting: Tools to Stay Cool When Things Get Hot 20 Participants Your days get busy and can get stressful if you have too much to do. Wouldn’t it be great to know some ways to be calm when you get overwhelmed? In this class we will talk about ways to relax and focus in the moment. We will find examples from nature to help you build new ways of decreasing stress. We will also make calming jars for you to take home. This class is open to ages 10-13 and particularly relevant to boys and girls who are in sports. [309] Crafting Around The World 20 Participants Discover cultures through traditional crafts. [310] Creating, Prototyping and Innovating 30 Participants Prototyping is a user-experience design practice where quick sketches, drawings and “wireframes” are developed for an idea, app or product. In this session, we’ll talk about why designers prototype and more importantly, we’ll do some brainstorming and prototyping together to create a new, interactive app: an ice-cream finder!
[312] Digging for Money: Ancient Greek Coins and Archaeology 14 Participants Get a little messy as you dig for coins from Ancient Greece! After you find them, you will then solve the mystery of what’s on them, where they came from and even their connections to Greek mythology. [313] Disney Trivia 20 Participants In this fun Jeopardy style trivia game, play games like “name that tune” with family teams!
[314] Good Form Running/Walking 15 Participants
We spend our whole lives on the move: running, walking, skipping, trotting...you name it! While these concepts are familiar and innate to us, it can come as a surprise that we could actually be moving BETTER! Good Form focuses on the simple, essential steps that allow for efficient and healthy running and walking.
[315] History of Sparty 50 Participants
You have seen him at athletic events, in parades, around campus on game day, in ESPN commercials, at weddings, birthday parties, alumni club events and promoting literacy to children in schools. He is everywhere; he is loved and he is an embodiment of what it means to be a Michigan State Spartan. Have you ever wondered how our beloved Sparty became the MSU icon he is today? In this session you will learn the origins of Sparty, the Sparty Mascot Program and get a rare inside look at what it is like to portray Sparty. There are many exciting aspects of the program that most Spartans do not have the opportunity to witness. Join us for an in-depth look of Sparty, the gentle giant.
[311] Diary of a Michigan Kid 50 Participants
[316] Intro to Archery 20 Participants
In “Diary of a Wimpy Kid,” readers learn what life is like for Greg Heffley. Did you know that historians use diary entries as a way of learning about what life was like many years ago? In this session, you’ll get a chance to “time travel” by asking a kid from many years ago some questions about their life, and by making your own audio diary that kids many years in the future might someday listen to!
Explore the world of archery with the opportunity for novice and advanced shooters to shoot both recurve and compound archery equipment. The class will include primarily spot target shooting indoors, however, we have the facility to shoot outdoors and allow participants to try out state-of- the-art video archery system (TechnoHunt 400).
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[317] Intro to Theatrical Costumes and Construction 16 Participants Explore what it takes to make theatrical costumes. This class will be very “hands-on.” Learn a few basic sewing skills and come away with a small tote bag that you sew yourself. [318] Journal Making with the Writing Center @ MSU 15 Participants Create your own creative journal to write your story in! During the class sessions, participants will be provided with a journal of their choice and decorating materials (i.e. markers, stickers, scrapbooking material, scissors, glue, etc.) to construct their journal. The Writing Center will also provide various prompts to include in the journals to think, reflect and write about. [319] Learning to Love Writing and Words 50 Participants View onscreen the steps in making the award- winning children’s book, “Mr. Mouthful Learns His Lesson.” We’ll review the choices a writer must make — and the book itself. Then we’ll also explore words, wordplay and important features of language. All children who attend will receive a free copy of the book.
[324] Name that Animal! 15 Participants
Guess an animal based off of a special adaption it’s made to thrive inside the environment that it lives in. After the guessing, there will be a brief discussion regarding the animal in question so participants can learn even more about the amazing adaptations around us.
[325] NinjAnatomy 50 Participants
Get ready to move! Join us for a dynamic blend between the martial arts and anatomical sciences. Basic kicking and punching techniques set the scene for discussing a variety of anatomical topics, including the cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems. Show off your newly gained skills by breaking a real wood board! [326] Pickleball 24 Participants Learn the basics of pickleball in an active, fun atmosphere. [327] Pizza Making Seminar 10 Participants Learning how to make pizza from scratch and using different technics, sauces and toppings!
[328] Play-Making Now! 30 Participants
[320] Make a Basket 12 Participants
Use your imagination to envision what’s not yet but can be, and take the initiative to make it happen. We will use a Play-Makers playbook to share stories about our own ideas and learn about other Play- Makers from around the world. We will also enjoy making a collaborative art piece together. [329] Sled Dog School 20 Participants Learn about the world of sled dogs as we head to Sled Dog School.
Learn basic weaving techniques and make your own simple basket out of reed (both plain and dyed).
[321] Microbe Art 101 20 Participants
Explore the field of colorful microbes by delving into agar art, learning about synthetic pigments that bacteria have been engineered to produce and naturally colored microbes. This class will have everyone using microscopes to see some colorful samples first-hand and then designing agar art for themselves.
[322] Microscope Guessing Game 15 Participants
How does Velcro work? Are all cell phone screens the same? Why does cat hair stick to everything? Use optical and scanning electron microscopes to answer these questions and many more.
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[330] Spartans Talk Dollars and Cents 25 Participants Let’s talk money! Being ready for the future and knowing how to manage your money is an important life skill. Join MSU Extension staff as you explore the world of finances and increase your money smart knowledge through fun, hands-on activities. [331] Sparty On! Photo Editing with Free Online Tools 30 Participants Learn how to use web-based apps to edit, retouch and combine images. We’ll create a Spartan-themed collage and talk about careers that use these types of tools. [332] STEM Building Tours 20 Participants Enjoy a 30-minute walking tour of the STEM Teaching and Learning facility. What once was the power plant for the University, now encompasses state-of-the-art technologies and spaces for STEM education and collaboration.
[336] The Spirit in the Stick 12 Participants
Lacrosse is one of the most popular sports in the U.S., but did you know it’s the national summer sport of Canada? Come learn about the history of the Creator’s Game and practice lacrosse basics! Arm and throwing skills can be taught to wheelchair participants with upper body mobility, but will be held on grass surfaces. Boys and girls under the age of 12 preferred. Not suitable for advanced athletes. Please bring your own stick.
[337] Time Travel — from MAC to MSU 20 Participants
Rewind the clock! See the past – in the present. Enjoy an enlightening stroll around the beautiful historic area of campus. We’ll take a walking tour through the history of the ever-changing campus and see how student life has changed from the 1800s. We’ll travel through time from the oldest point on campus to one of the newest – and imagine the future beyond!
[338] Tour de Campus by Bike! 15 Participants
Explore MSU’s beautiful campus by bike. We’ll see all the newer bike-friendly facilities that have been installed in the past decade or so that you might not know about. [340] Traveling Technology Free 25 Participants Have you ever wondered how people traveled without GPS? Do you think you could find your way around using just a map? In this class you will learn how to read an Atlas, reach destinations using maps, use tools to plan a road trip and receive take-home material to use on your next adventure. [341] Virtual Bargaining as Workers and Managers 10 Participants We will experience how workers and managers bargain in a small virtual labor market. [342] Science of Star wars 140 Participants Learn about the science of different types of planets, spaceships and more inspired by Star Wars. We will also have a chat about engineering while making light sabers.
[333] Teamwork and Timbers 15 Participants
Assemble a 1/4 scale timber frame barn and learn about barn construction tools and timber frame barn history.
[334] The Hidden Maze 10 Participants
In an escape room format, students will explore disability, impacts of disability and common barriers in society, and engage with an experience of what it means to navigate our society with a disability. [335] The Historical Student Experience at MSU 16 Participants Explore life at Michigan State University through historical photographs and documents. Use your history detective skills to discover what students did for fun, the rules they were expected to follow and what it was like to live in the dormitories. Join the university archivists, who care for over 165 years of MSU history, for this interactive class.
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[343] What’s Lurking in the Water? Exploring the Red Cedar River 30 Participants Learn about water in a river by observing the animals that live in the Red Cedar River. We’ll handle live river critters and mammal furs and learn how to fillet a fish.
[350] Instrument Explorers 20 Participants Do you know how to make a sound on the saxophone? Why does the bassoon have many keys but the trumpet only has a few? Are your arms long enough to play the trombone? Find out as we explore woodwind, brass and percussion instruments in this hands-on workshop. [351] Biomass (plant material) to Biofuel 15 Participants Next-Generation! Learn how to make biofuel out of soybeans. Biofuel is produced from plants as well as microbes. In this class we will discuss converting biomass to bioenergy. We will learn how to make biofuel from soybeans and also have a debate on “food vs. fuel.”
[344] Where Does Milk Come From? 25 Participants
Tour the MSU Dairy Teaching and Research Center, meet some cows up-close and learn where milk comes from! [345] Who Stole the Last Cookie? 25 Participants How do courts and the law determine what happened and when? What if taking the last cookie was a crime? How do you prove your innocence and your family member’s guilt?
[347] Zeke the Wonderdog 60 Participants
Zeke the Wonderdog and friends will be putting on a fun event with group participation. Learn how to teach a trick — maybe even to Zeke! [348] Bringing Michigan to the World through Advertising 24 Participants Explore the role of advertising in shaping our understanding of the world around us. We’ll learn about the latest trends in advertising and have the opportunity to create their own advertisements focused on a place in Michigan. This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in the power of advertising and the impact it has on our perceptions of the world, especially Michigan. [349] Lights! Camera! Action! 14 Participants Make a short television show using multicam production techniques!
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[406] Cash Conversations with MSU Federal Credit Union 50 Participants Learn about money and play games that focus on saving, spending and sharing money. You’ll have the opportunity to work together with your family member(s) to practice ways to manage money, discuss future plans and have fun!
[400] Are You the Next Olympic Athlete? Measuring Movement in Health and Disease 14 Participants Learn about the technology used to analyze human movement and how it can be used to assess motor skills both in health and disease.
[407] DIY Upcycled Pallet Project 15 Participants
[401] Basic Cake Decorating 12 Participants
Work with your hands and experience the fun of creative reuse! Upcycle wood sourced from disassembled pallets and make a unique craft to take home. Why pallets? The MSU Surplus Store & Recycling Center collects thousands of pounds of pallets that arrive at MSU carrying supplies and equipment necessary for campus operations. Join us to repurpose some of the wood! [408] Crafting Around The World 20 Participants Discover cultures and crafts as we create crafts. [409] Creating, Prototyping and Innovating 30 Participants Prototyping is a user-experience design practice where quick sketches, drawings and “wireframes” are developed for an idea, app or product. In this session, we’ll talk about why designers prototype and more importantly, we’ll do some brainstorming and prototyping together to create a new, interactive app: an ice-cream finder! [410] Disney Trivia 20 Participants In this fun Jeopardy style trivia game, play games like “name that tune” with family teams!
Learn basic cake decorating skills and some fun ideas for specialty cakes, cupcakes and cookies.
[402] Be an Ancestry Detective 40 Participants In this class, we will generate a family tree together using a free version of Ancestry.com and learn how to use free online tools available through your local library. Attendees will learn tips for family tree research, including how to conduct family interviews and record multi-generational family traditions and memories. [403] Beef Cattle Awesomeness: A Crash Course in Modern Beef Production 24 Participants Get an insider’s look at the MSU Beef Center cow/ calf and feedlot units, while learning about the management of a modern beef cattle operation. Learn why beef cattle farmers need to be concerned with forage production, growth and development, genetics, breeding, nutrition, health, beef quality and so much more. See why cows are so cool — and why modern beef cattle production is both an art and a science. Walking required. [404] Bumps and Bruises — Household First Aid 30 Participants Learn about first-aid for common household injuries from senior paramedic instructors. [405] Cake Pops, Chocolate and Sprinkles Oh My! 25 Participants Learn how to make cake pops — from mixing, to dipping, to decorating.
[412] Eggstravaganza 16 Participants
Learn how eggs are graded and how to determine interior and exterior quality. Enjoy demonstrations and hands-on testing to see how eggs alter the foods we make with them. Learn about egg packaging, including what all the labels and stamps mean. [413] Explore Static Electricity with WKAR’s Curious Crew 50 Participants Staticized balloons and Van de Graff fun! Even build an electroscope to explore a “shocking” lesson on static electricity with WKAR’s Curious Crew.
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[414] Geocaching in the MSU Horticulture Gardens 25 Participants Learn the basics of the popular worldwide hobby of geocaching while touring the beautiful MSU Horticulture Gardens. You will learn what geocaching is all about and how to operate a basic GPS unit. Basic loaner Garmin GPS units will be provided. Please note this class requires a lot of walking and is designed for those who have never geocached before. We will be outside rain or shine (unless there is lightning). Bring rain gear, water and bug spray and wear comfortable walking shoes!
[418] Intro to Theatrical Costumes and Construction 16 Participants Explore what it takes to make theatrical costumes. This class will be very “hands-on.” Learn a few basic sewing skills and come away with a small tote bag you sew yourself. [419] Learning to Love Writing and Words 75 Participants View onscreen the steps in making the award- winning children’s book, “Mr. Mouthful Learns His Lesson.” We’ll review the choices a writer must make — and the book itself. Then we’ll also explore words, wordplay and important features of language. All children who attend will receive a free copy of the book. [420] Lights! Camera! Action! 14 Participants Make a short television show using multicam production techniques!
[415] Diary of a Michigan Kid 50 Participants
In “Diary of a Wimpy Kid,” readers learn what life is like for Greg Heffley. Did you know that historians use diary entries as a way of learning about what life was like many years ago? In this session, you’ll get a chance to “time travel” by asking a kid from many years ago some questions about their life, and by making your own audio diary that kids many years in the future might someday listen to!
[421] Microbe Art 101 20 Participants
[416] History of Sparty 100 Participants
Explore the field of colorful microbes by delving into agar art, learning about synthetic pigments that bacteria have been engineered to produce and naturally colored microbes. This class will have everyone using microscopes to see some colorful samples first-hand and then designing agar art for themselves. [422] Microscope 25 Participants Assemble your own foldscope, an optical microscope, and view samples using original light.
You have seen him at athletic events, in parades, around campus on game day, in ESPN commercials, at weddings, birthday parties, alumni club events and promoting literacy to children in schools. He is everywhere; he is loved and he is an embodiment of what it means to be a Michigan State Spartan. Have you ever wondered how our beloved Sparty became the MSU icon he is today? In this session you will learn the origins of Sparty, the Sparty Mascot Program and get a rare inside look at what it is like to portray Sparty. There are many exciting aspects of the program that most Spartans do not have the opportunity to witness. Join us for an in-depth look of Sparty, the gentle giant.
[423] Microscope Guessing Game 15 Participants
How does Velcro work? Are all cell phone screens the same? Why does cat hair stick to everything? Use optical and scanning electron microscopes to answer these questions and many more. [424] MSU PD K9 Unit Demonstration 50 Participants Observe and interact with the MSU PD’s K9 Unit. There will be a classroom session explaining the various roles and responsibilities of the K9 Unit followed by multiple K9 demonstrations.
[417] Intro to Archery 20 Participants
Explore the world of archery with the opportunity for novice and advanced shooters to shoot, recurve and compound archery equipment. The class will include primarily spot target shooting indoors, however, we have the facility to shoot outdoors and allow participants to try out state-of-the-art video archery system (TechnoHunt 400).
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[425] Name that Animal! 15 Participants
[431] The Historical Student Experience at MSU 16 Participants Explore life at Michigan State University through historical photographs and documents. Use your history detective skills to discover what students did for fun, the rules they were expected to follow and what it was like to live in the dormitories. Join the university archivists, who care for over 165 years of MSU history, for this interactive class.
Guess an animal based off of a special adaption it’s made to thrive inside the environment that it lives in. After the guessing, there will be a brief discussion regarding the animal in question so participants can learn even more about the amazing adaptations around us.
[426] Physics is Fun! 150 Participants
[433] Transforming Grass to Gas 24 Participants
See interesting and exciting physics demonstrations about the most important physical laws governing our world. [427] Sled Dog School 20 Participants Learn about the world of sled dogs as we head to Sled Dog School. [428] Spartan Nursing 101: Simulation, Stethoscopes and Syringe Water Fights! 30 Participants Experience being a Spartan Nurse in the simulation lab and learn how to take vital signs, listen to lung sounds and insert a NG tube. Race against participants in a scavenger hunt of the lab, meeting some of our skills task trainers including Trach Jake, Surgical Sally, Chester Chest and of course, our favorite “patient,” HAL — a simulation manikin that breathes, blinks and even talks as you provide nursing care! Learn fast, or you might be the most unfortunate victim of the syringe water fight! These are just a few of the activities you may experience while working as a spartan nurse-in-training in an environment that looks and feels like a hospital! [429] Sparty On! Photo Editing with Free Online Tools 30 Participants Learn how to use web-based apps to edit, retouch and combine images. We’ll create a Spartan-themed collage and talk about careers that use these types of tools.
Did you know that the plants growing in the prairies and forests around us can be used to make the fuels and products we use every day? Join us to meet MSU scientists researching how we can use the superpowers of microbes to transform grass into gas. Interactive and hands-on activities will allow you to uncover for yourself some of the mysteries that remain to be solved as we create a more sustainable future. [434] Traveling Technology Free 25 Participants Have you ever wondered how people traveled without GPS? Do you think you could find your way around using just a map? In this class you will learn how to read an Atlas, reach destinations using maps, use tools to plan a road trip and receive take-home material to use on your next adventure. [435] Veterinary Nursing — A Bandaging Lab 30 Participants Work through a case where a veterinary patient experiences a broken leg. We will discuss findings and patient care from the veterinary nurses perspective. We’ll bandage the legs of stuffed puppies demonstrating the bandage techniques required by surgery.
[437] We are Stars 135 Participants
What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins. Connect life on Earth to the evolution of the universe by following the formation of hydrogen atoms to the synthesis of carbon and the molecules for life. Narrated by Andy Serkis.
[430] The Hidden Maze 10 Participants
In an escape room format, students will explore disability, impacts of disability and common barriers in society, and engage with an experience of what it means to navigate our society with a disability.
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