Welcome to State!!

On this episode of the Spartan Transfer Hub, we sat down with Dr. Georgia Sawyer, the Director of New Student Orientation, Jake Brody, an NSO Student Coordinator, and Ashley Hewlett-Lemke, the Program Coordinator for the Transfer Student Success Center (TSSC) to discuss Welcome to State, presented by MSUFCU. NSO and TSSC want to ensure our transfer students feel a sense of belonging on campus, and attending Welcome to State events is a great way to make friends, connect to campus, and make the most of your Spartan experience!

For more information and to see the full list of events, visit
https://orientation.msu.edu/news-and-events/events

Follow NSO on Instagram at @msuorientation
https://www.instagram.com/msuorientation/

Follow TSSC on Instagram at @msutransfersuccess
https://www.instagram.com/msutransfersuccess/

Creators and Guests

Host

Katie Goble

Katie Goble is a senior at Michigan State University studying Strategic Communication and Public Relations. She transferred to MSU from Lansing Community College in the Fall of 2025, and she is loving her time as a Spartan! She is here to prove that any transfer student can make the most of their experience by building their support system and finding community on and off campus.

What is Spartan Transfer Hub?

Spartan Transfer Hub is a podcast for transfer students at Michigan State University, and beyond, brought to you by the Transfer Student Success Center (TSSC).

Each episode features conversations with MSU staff, faculty, and fellow students, highlighting key resources, programs, tips and individual stories to help you navigate your transfer journey. From academic support to campus involvement, Spartan Transfer Hub connects you to the tools and people that make a difference.

Find us on Impact89fm.org, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more!
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/msutransfersuccess
Website: https://spartantransferhub.transistor.fm