First-Generation Stoling Ceremony

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Spring 2026

Celebrating Milestones, Embracing Possibilities

The Office of First-Generation Student Success is proud to announce the Second Annual Stoling Ceremony for first-generation students at Michigan State University.

We are extremely grateful to Mike and Michele Alston for their generous gift to make this event possible. The Alston’s are excited to play a role in building affinity and sense of belonging for first-generation students.

All first-gen students graduating in Spring, Summer, and Fall of 2026 are invited to attend the Stoling Ceremony.

If you have any questions, please contact us at firstgen@msu.edu.

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First Gen Stoling Ceremony Graphic with Green Cap and First-Gen Stole

The 2026 First-Gen Stoling Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, April 22nd in the Kellogg Center. Stay tune for more information!

If you have any questions, please contact us at FirstGen@msu.edu. Thanks!


Apply to be the Student Keynote Speaker!

This information will be updated early Spring 2026 for the 2026 Stoling Ceremony. Stay Tuned!

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