Events
Promoting connectivity and engagement, WACSS holds many annual events in person and via zoom. The Annual Spring Forum provides panel discussions with campus leaders addressing connections between our work and administration, DEI, unions, WorkLife, and WACSS. The event attracts attendees from all across the campus. Building on this theme, WACSS hosts the Annual Summer Social in the Gardens. We also launched a book club named Beyond the Book, which grew 120% from Fall 2022 to Spring 2023, to increase networking opportunities, encourage discussion amongst staff and promote professional relationships.
BEYOND THE BOOK - BOOK CLUB
The Spring 2025 book club selection is Privilege and Prejudice: The Life of a Black Pioneer by Dr. Clifton Wharton Jr.
Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 12:00-12:30 ET - Kickoff/Welcome
Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 ET - Discussion 1
Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 ET - Discussion 2
Thursday, April 24, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 ET - Discussion 3
Sign up for the book club HERE.
BOOK-CLUB BONUS! - Open to Everyone!
WACSS Presents: Dr. Wharton’s Legacy Shines On
As Wharton Center celebrates 43 years, named in honor of MSU’s 14th President, Dr. Clifton Wharton JR., we honor the visionaries who transformed a bold idea into the premiere performing arts center of Michigan. From its founding dream to its vibrant present, Wharton Center has not only elevated the cultural landscape on campus—but across the entire state.
Through this presentation we will learn highlights of Wharton Center and its evolution as an organization and discover how its statewide arts education initiatives now reach over 30,000 students each season, inspiring the next generation through the power of performance.
You are invited to register for a Zoom webinar!
When: May 21, 2025 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: WACSS Presents: Dr. Wharton’s Legacy Shines On
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://msu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_d19xr_LXTuOvolfeUQkAmQ
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Annual Spring Forum
Investing in the Greatest Asset - YOU!
Took place on Wednesday, March 19, via Zoom
Gather with the Workforce Action Committee for Spartan Staff (WACSS) as we learn from university leaders how MSU is investing in support staff and how you can invest in yourself through personal branding and professional development opportunities. President Kevin Guskiewicz, Interim Provost Thomas Jeitschko, Vice President Jabbar Bennett, and our panelists Vice President Christina Brogdon, Assistant Dean Marla McGraw, and Ms. Julie Rorick will share valuable insights with us.
This event was recorded and you can watch it HERE.
Upcoming Events
Summer Social
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 11:30am – 1:30pm at the MSU Perennial Gardens
The summer social at the MSU Horticulture Gardens will provide a photo opportunity with Sparty, a strolling light lunch buffet, live music, and bring Spartans in person to network.
This event is free and fills fast, so please REGISTER HERE.
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All available WACSS-hosted event recordings can be found on MediaSpace.