Lyman Briggs College Student Emergency Fund

The Spring 2023 semester has been difficult for the MSU community, due to the unthinkable violence we faced in February. The greater Spartan community has generously surrounded our students, faculty and staff, with real support.

In the midst of this crisis, financial difficulties for our students have not relented. Unforeseen expenses and financial emergencies put paying for that next semester just out of reach. Small gifts can make a big difference.

In 2022 alone, we received an overwhelming number of requests for LBC student emergency funds, awarding over $12,000. This increased demand has depleted our Student Emergency Fund completely.

A few requests below highlight the very real financial need of our students.

“I've had to pick up more jobs on campus and dedicate more hours to working instead of studying. I'm currently working three distinct positions. The money I earn directly goes towards paying my rent on time and has been an incredible burden to manage. Any funds would help to ease the intense financial issues I'm currently struggling through.”

“My apartment building flooded this past week and I lost everything. I have no living situation, as well as no transportation. I am forced to eat out when I can because I no longer have groceries or a kitchen to cook in. I am already very tight on money and my parents do not support me financially. This situation has led me to work longer hours to make up for additional expenses, which has started to conflict with my schoolwork. I am a student first and any type of support would be greatly appreciated.”

Gifts to the Lyman Briggs College Student Emergency Fund will provide direct financial support to the students who most need our help. Every penny of the Student Emergency Fund is directed to a student's account. Please help ensure our Briggsies have the financial resources to succeed here at MSU.

Your gift will ensure students can continue their Briggs education.

“I am so grateful to my home college for looking out for its students. Thank you so much, Lyman Briggs College, for everything you have done for me.”

Lyman Briggs College is a small college where science-minded students are supported in community. One powerful way we can provide this support and sense of community is by providing the funds to help our most vulnerable students to live and learn in this challenging time.