Events, Meetings and Speakers
Coming Events Calendar
September to April Monthly Membership Meetings: Second Monday, 1:30 PM MSUFCU, Mt Hope & Farm Lane.
MSURA presents and records the monthly seminars.
Friday, October 9 -- Homecoming Parade
The parade is Friday, Oct. 9, and we’d love to have you join in the fun by walking or riding on the float or passing out candy to children along the parade route. To join us, please contact Rick Vogt at vogtf@msu.edu. Seating is limited, so please respond soon! More details will be emailed to those who RSVP.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 -- Dan Mackey, Human Resources Assistant Director
Learn about any Changes in Health Insurance, How MSU Pharmacy Can Help & Benefits Open Enrollment
Monday, Nov. 9, 2026 -- Tana Fedewa, Director, Center for Survivors (Formerly Safe Place)
Tana Fedewa, LMSW and director of the Center for Survivors (formerly known as the MSU Sexual Assault Program) will be the speaker at the Monday, Nov. 9 membership meeting. Fedewa is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Michigan. Tana advocates for trauma-informed services, response, and interventions on campus and in the community. She values working in a collaborative, innovative, and multi-disciplinary environment at MSU.
Fedewa received her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Women and Gender Studies from Grand Valley State University in 2003. She graduated from Michigan State University with a Master of Social Work Degree and a Child and Family Advocacy Certificate in 2005. She worked as Sexual Assault Therapist, Intensive Outreach Therapist for youth in foster care, and as a Crisis Counselor in a Child Advocacy Center for the first eight years of her career.
In 2014, Tana returned to Michigan State University as a therapist with the Sexual Assault Program. In 2018, Tana was named the director of the MSU Sexual Assault Program and was appointed to the Michigan State University Relationship Violence and Sexual Misconduct Expert Advisory Workgroup. She is actively working to change the culture at Michigan State University.
In her spare time, Tana enjoys reading, camping, traveling, and spending time with her partner, her imaginative and spirited daughters and her energetic puppies, Zoey and Henry.
Sunday, November 22, 2026 -- Williamston Theatre Outing
Join the MSU Retiree Association for a holiday play at Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Putnam Street in Williamston, on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. This event has become an MSURA holiday tradition.
“A Lansing Christmas Adventure” is a charming holiday tale that delivers laughter, nostalgia and a reminder of what the season is all about. This is an original Hawlmark production and a sequel to “A Very Williamston Christmas.” More information at the Williamston Theatre website: williamstontheatre.org.
Costume design is by Karen Kangas-Presdon and the lighting designer is Shannon Schweitzer, both MSU Department of Theatre Faculty members.
MSURA has a block of 25 tickets on hold with the theatre. You must call the theatre direct (517-655-7469) to purchase your own tickets. Mention you wish to sit with the MSU Retirees Association. Tickets for this performance are $25/EA.
NOTE: Tickets for flex pass holders are available for Oct. 20. You can request to sit with the MSURA group. Tickets for the general public go on sale Oct. 27.
Tickets must be purchased no later than Nov. 13. Any tickets not purchased for our section will be releasted to the public after that date. If you miss this deadline you can still purchase tickets if they are available.
This performance includes a preview talk with the director after the show so stay in your seats at the end of the show to participate in the discussion.
Dinner Option: If you wish to join a group for appetizers, drinks, or dinner afterwards, please contact Jacqie Babcock: jbabcock@msu.edu. A reservation has been made at Tavern 109, 109 E. Grand River within walking distance of the theatre. Individuals will pay their own check. We do need to confirm the number attending so let Jacqie know if you can join the group for conversation and thoughts on the performance.
Monday, Dec. 14, 2026 -- Jody Knol, WKAR
Jody Knol, WKAR’s 90.5 classical musical host, will be the guest speaker at the membership meeting on Monday, Dec. 14.
Knol began announcing classical music on 90.5 WKAR while a student at MSU in 1982.
After receiving his degree in Interdisciplinary Humanities — music, theater and political science — Knol worked as chief announcer for WMUK in Kalamazoo for two years before returning to WKAR to host the morning program in 1986.
Trained as a singer, Knol combines his study of music and his stage experience to present the music he loves to listeners.
In January 2026, he celebrated 40 years with WKAR.
Join us for this membership meeting at 2 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 11, 2027 -- Speaker to be announced
Media Literacy, How to Spot Misinformation Online
Monday, Feb. 8, 2027 -- Susan Petrisin, Sparty’s “Mom”
Life of Sparty
Monday, March 8, 2027 -- Kenneth McFarlane, Infrastructure Planning and Facilities Director of Design and Construction
Campus Land Use Plan and Construction Plans
Monday, April 12, 2027 -- Philip Brahar, Director of the MSU Broad Art Museum
Broad Art Museum
Tuesday, May 11, 2027 -- MSU Retirees Association Annual Luncheon
University Club
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Faculty Emeriti Association Lectures
MSU RETIREES ASSOCIATION MONTHLY INFORMAL LUNCH AT BRODY HALL
Held on the second Friday of the month at MSU's Brody Square from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, this informal social event has no program. Bring friends.
The Brody Square dining hall is located on the second floor with an elevator and stairs near the front entrance. Meals can be purchased in advance for a discount at EatAtState.msu.edu or pay full price in person. Advanced purchasing links the meals to your MSU ID card, which then acts as a debit card to pay for meals when entering the dining hall. Daily menus are available on the EatAtState.msu.edu website. MSU Retiree Id cards are available at the MSU ID Office in the MSU International Center.
Parking is available at Kellogg Center parking ramp, Jenison Field House or other employee parking with your MSU Retiree Parking Permit. Permits may be ordered for free on the MSU Parking Office website, Visitor Pay-By-Plate parking is also available.
Board Meetings: Board Meeting Minutes
Members of MSURA are persons officially designated as retired by the Michigan State University Board of Trustees, and their spouses or surviving spouses, (b) upon their written request, persons retired from other employment who had formerly been employed or appointed to adjunct positions by Michigan State University, and their spouses or surviving spouses, and (c) active Michigan State University employees who pay an annual subscription fee as set by the Board of Directors of MSURA.
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