Grandparents University
Uniting Spartan Generations
This pause in 2025 will allow the MSU Alumni Office to assess and evaluate the program’s longevity and scope, ensuring the program remains sustainable and impactful.
Your interest and participation are what make Grandparents University special and we’re deeply grateful for your continued support. We encourage you to stay connected with us by visiting our website and following us on social media to stay informed about upcoming events and programs.
Since 2005, Michigan State University has welcomed young Spartans, ages 8-13, and their grandparents to campus for a unique inter-generational learning experience at Grandparents University (GPU).
GPU is a campus experience that actively engages participants in MSU academics while creating lasting family memories. Each year, participants from around the country and world choose from classes offered by MSU's colleges and units. Grandchildren and their grandparents participate in three classes and unique evening programming with ample time allocated for exploring all that the MSU campus has to offer, and experience college life by living and dining in an MSU residence hall.
View the photos from our 2024 Grandparents University program.
Registration and Scholarships
Housing and Meals
All participants in Grandparents University experience college life by living and dining in an MSU residence hall. Registration includes lodging in Holmes or Akers Hall and meals in MSU's award-winning dining services. Explore where you'll be staying at GPU.
Volunteers and Instructors
Grandparents University would not be successful without the work of many who give of their time annually as instructors and volunteers in a host of other capacities. Volunteering your time creates a memorable experience for future Spartans, alumni and friends of MSU.
Instructor application is now closed.
Volunteer registration is now closed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about GPU? Check out our FAQ page.
A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors
Grandparents University is organized by the faculty and staff within colleges and units across campus. The MSU Alumni Office would like to thank the following contributors for sponsoring Grandparents University:
