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Federal Government Shutdown Updates

A federal government shutdown began on October 1, 2025. Federally funded projects may experience delays in communication, funding actions, and approvals. Please refer to the Sponsored Programs Administrion office for guidance. learn more

Center for Integrative Studies in General Science

The mission of the Center for Integrative Studies–General Science is to provide MSU students with an understanding of major concepts in the biological and physical sciences and the process of scientific inquiry that leads to new discoveries, and a deeper appreciation for how science is connected to other kinds of knowledge.  Students in ISGS classes develop critical thinking skills through active learning that empowers them to make observations and reach conclusions based on scientific reasoning, and to realize the critical role of science in their own lives.