Department Resources
Resources for department employees. For securtiy reasons, access may require net id login.
- By-Laws, Policy and Procedure
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Computer / IT Support / Microsoft 365
Access to Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access)
This is free to anyone who is actively a student or employed at MSU. Login and download.
Steps to Download 365:
- Access the Portal: Go to spartan365.msu.edu or portal.office.com.
- Sign In: Enter your full MSU email address (netid@msu.edu) and password.
- Verify: Complete the multi-factor authentication (MFA) process.
- Look for Apps on the left side
- Install: Click the "Install Apps" at the top of the page
- Run Installer: Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions.
For Help: Contact the IT Service Desk at (517) 432-6200 if you face issues.
Technical Support - Computer issues, classroom issues, Spartan 365, etc.
To purchase computers, printers, keyboards, software, etc., through MSU.
- Out‑of‑pocket purchases for computer hardware and software are no longer reimbursable by the university. All items must be ordered through the department.
- The MSU store mainly offers Mac and Dell computers.
- If you are considering another option, contact Mark
- Select the item(s) you would like to purchase.
- Screenshot your order (see example below) and send the screenshot to Mark (include account to be charged if known)

Additional support areas
- ICER, Institute for Cyber Enabled Research
(High performance compute/research tools) The Institute for Cyber-Enabled Research (ICER) houses MSU's High-Performance Computing Center (HPCC) and provides user support to facilitate computational and data science research and instructional activities. ICER provides training, consulting, and the development of hardware and software infrastructure solutions.
- Health College Research Services
Health Colleges Research Services (HCRS) provides pre- and post-award support to units in the Colleges of Human Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, and Nursing.
- Courtesy Committee Information
- Email Handbook - Department
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Faculty Funds Request
Please complete the request form and it will be forwarded to LACE and/or the chair.
- GA/Hourly Funding Request
- Parking - Campus
- Research Proposals
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Software Request/Renewal
Access the form to request software licences or renewals for programs such as SAS. SPSS, etc.
- Stationary
- Travel Request
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MDHHS Newsletter
These newsletters provide a quarterly update for public health professionals, academics, health care providers and anyone interested in population health in the state of Michigan.