MEDIA + InFormation

Current Students

Current Students

Our students are doing amazing work. They are sharing their work at conferences, winning scholarships and awards and making a difference in the world. 

Research Opportunities

The SPARTIE Lab

Social and Psychological Approaches
to Research on Technology-Interaction Effects

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The team is researching the impacts of AR and VR.  They are discovering interesting implications and best practices for using these new technologies.

They have presented their research at -
CHI 2025

Meaningful XR

ICA 

In 2025 there were over 12 publications that Dr. Ratan helped co-author, in notable journals like: Computers & Education, ArXiv, Oxford Handbook of Media Psychology, and many more

Contact Dr. Robbie Ratan for information about how to get involved!

The SCAMP lab

Social Cognition And Media Psychology

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In this lab we are exploring the interplay between media, technology and humans.

Research Focus: the intersections of social cognition, media psychology and communication. 
Collaborative Environment: As a team of scholars and students with diverse backgrounds and expertise, SCAMP Lab offers a unique and collaborative environment where innovative ideas, rigorous research, and the pursuit of knowledge converge to create meaningful insights into the dynamic world of media and communication.
Interdisciplinary Approach and Methods: Our approach is grounded in empirical social science and rooted in theories from  psychology, communication, sociology, and cognitive science. We employ a diverse range of research methods including, quantitative surveys, experimental designs, eye-tracking, psychophysiology, real-time response measures, computational approaches, and mixed-method studies.
Our group has presented at dozens of leading conferences and published in leading journals. Dr. Dave Ewoldsen and Dr. Nancy Rhodes lead and facilitate this group. Please contact them to find out meeting times and how to get involved.  
Listing of publications: https://www.scamp-lab.com/publications

Health Resources

Olin Health Center

All services are by appointment. In addition to the main Olin Center Office, there are health centers in many of the residential living communities. MSU student receive three free visits a year.Getting the care you need as soon as possible helps you and your fellow Spartans stay healthy!

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Counseling and Mental Health

Graduate school is very demanding and we have many people waiting to help you maintain your mental health. Many counseling services are free. Support ranges from peer support groups to psychatrists.

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MSU Fitness Centers

As you might notice as you walk around our spacious campus, fitness opportunities are everywhere.  There is fitness on demand- you pay for the classes or use of facilities as you go. There are group classes, swimming, weights, running… check it out. The jogging/walking trails are the best!

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Writing Center

Improving your writing skills is one of the key activity you need to succeed in grad school. MSU offers FREE peer writing assistance. You can have up to two sessions every week to meet with someone to discuss your writing. Brainstorm for ideas. Check for clarity. Make sure you are correctly paraphrasing…. so much more!  writing.msu.edu

iThenticate

Check your papers BEFORE submitting them. This service would be extremely expensive, but as an MSU graduate student you can access this for FREE! Click on this link for more information to set up your account today.