Office of Academic Student Affairs and Services

The College of Social Science Office of Academic Student Affairs and Services is a central source of information and assistance for students in all departments and schools in the College. Academic Specialists are available to answer questions concerning College and University programs such as study abroad and internship preparation, to interpret college requirements, to explain academic policies and procedures, and to refer students to appropriate resources across the University. Additionally, students experiencing difficulties are encouraged to come to this office for assistance. 

Lynn Forsblom
Academic and Student Affairs Director
201 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 355-6676
Fax: (517) 432-0928
forsblom@msu.edu

Oumatie Marajh
Study Abroad, International Internships and Study Away Director
224 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 353-9202
Fax: (517) 432-0928
marajhou@msu.edu

Regan Kania
Academic and Student Affairs Assistant Director
201 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 355-6676
Fax: (517) 432-0928
kania@msu.edu

Kristi Coleman
Field Career Consultant
201 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 355-6676
Fax: (517) 432-0928
colem239@msu.edu

Domestic Internships (SSC 493.001)
201 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 355-6676
Fax: (517) 432-0928
internships@ssc.msu.edu

Vicki Shaver
Administrative Professional
Study Away Programs
224 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 353-1770
Fax: (517) 432-0928
shaverv@msu.edu

Jennifer Abbott
Office Assistant, Graduate Programs
201 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 355-6676
Fax: (517) 432-0928
abbottjs@msu.edu

Nicole Elenbaas
Secretary, Study Abroad & Study Away
224 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 432-4541
Fax: (517) 432-0928
elenba19@msu.edu

Ben Thompson
Secretary, 201 Receptionist, Internships
201 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 355-6676
Fax: (517) 432-0928
thomp890@msu.edu

Shirley Potts
Secretary, Undergraduate
201 Berkey Hall
Phone: (517) 355-6676
FAX: (517) 432-0928
pottss@msu.edu