Travel Logistics

Participants are responsible for their own lodging and transportation. Below is information on transportation and suggestions on where to stay.

Travel:

Airports

  • The Capital Regional International Airport (LAN)

Located in Lansing, MI, it is the closest airport to the MSU campus. This airport is served by Delta (with nonstop service to Detroit (DTW) and Minneapolis (MSP)), American Airlines (with nonstop service to Chicago (ORD) and Washington DC (DCA)), and United Airlines (with nonstop service to Chicago (ORD). For more information: https://www.flylansing.com/

  • Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)

The nearest major International Airport is in Detroit, Michigan, offering nonstop flights to various destinations in Europe and Asia. It is located approximately 85 miles from the MSU campus. For more information: https://www.metroairport.com/

Ground Transportation

  • Michigan Flyer

Transportation from Detroit Metro Airport to campus (East Lansing) is available through the Michigan Flyer. To book the Michigan Flyer ticket: https://www.michiganflyer.com/

  • Uber/Lyft

Hotels:

Here is a list of recommended hotels in the area:

NOTE: Our summer school has applied for a USDA-NIFA workshop grant. Should we receive this grant, we will provide complimentary accommodation for each participant for 5 nights, from Sunday, May 25, to Friday, May 30, 2025. Information will be updated soon!

Food Options

The following meals are included during the workshop:

  • Light breakfast every day
  • 2 coffee breaks every day including beverages and snacks
  • Lunch every day
  • Social dinner on Thursday

Here is a list of food options available near campus:

  • Starbucks
  • Jimmy Johns
  • Local restaurants

VISA

International participants are responsible for securing travel visas to the USA. An invitation letter will be provided before the payment of the tuition fee has been received. It is the participant's responsibility to contact the USA embassy or consulate in their country.

Insurance: Evidence of health insurance is required for participants, at their own cost.