First-Generation Stoling Ceremony

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.

Fall 2025 Graduates: You are welcome to pick up your stole this semester or during First-Gen Week hosted November 3rd-7th, 2025.

Pick up times and locations: 

Monday, November 3^rd from 11AM-1PM at the Rock! 

Tuesday, November 4^th between 10AM-5PM at Bessey 209

Wednesday, November 5^th from 9AM-3PM at Bessey 209

Wednesday, November 5^th from 4:30PM-5:30PM at the Untion Ballroom! Please come and stay for the program at 5:30PM! 

Thursday, November 6^th from 10AM-7PM at Bessey 209

Friday, November 7^th from 10AM-3PM in the Multicultural Center Multipurpose Rooms during ASMSU First-Gen Fall Fest

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