School of Planning, Design and Construction

The ASLA Club is the MSU Student Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), and aims to provide resources, support and networking opportunities for students of landscape architecture as well as for students in related fields. As a student organization, we offer a wide range of events, including our annual career fair, practitioner-led hand drawing and digital communication workshops, community engagement projects and peer mentoring events. We work closely with the Michigan Chapter of the ASLA (MiASLA) and attend national ASLA events around the country annually. For more information about the group, email the ASLA Club or visit the ALSA Club website.

Diverse Leaders in Construction (DLC) believes anyone can be a leader with the right support, guidance and encouragement from peers and mentors. DLC was formed to empower students to find and strengthen their leadership skills, no matter their history or background. A key component of our mission is to engage in community outreach and enrichment activities, which helps shape students into the future leaders of tomorrow. 

Formerly the MSU Student Chapter of ASID, we decided to create a general Interior Design Student Organization (IDSO), so that we could bring more options and resources to the students. The IDSO is a group unique to MSU, where we promote interior design as a profession by providing professional and educational resources for our members. The ASID (the American Society of Interior Designers) and IIDA (the International Interior Design Association) are two national organizations that we work with. Become a member today, and get connected with professional designers around the state! For more information about the group, email IDSO or visit the IDSO website.

Latiné Students and Allies (LSA) welcomes all SPDC Latiné students and allies to an inclusive space for professional development and community. LSA strives to provide student enrichment activities and support opportunities that reflect the interests and needs of both SPDC's Latiné students as well as SPDC students looking to engage in community and allyship.

Professional Women Builders (PWB) is a student organization created in response to the needs expressed by females with professional interests in the building industry. Our mission is to promote, encourage, and enhance the academic, professional, and social progress of women in construction and building communities. The program or activity is open and welcoming without regard to protected identity - such as gender, race, ethnicity, or background - and aims to include allies that reflect its commitment to inclusivity and collaboration. The group does not discriminate on any basis and actively welcomes individuals from all identities who share an interest in building a more supportive and equitable academic and professional environment. For more information about the group, visit PWB on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

The Student Builders and Contractors Association (SBCA) promotes the exploration of options in the construction industry and career goals. Membership is open to all construction management students and affiliated majors. Throughout the academic year the SBCA conducts regular meetings on industry-related topics. Programs have featured contractors, developers, bankers, building inspectors and attorneys specializing in construction. The SBCA is supported by the Associated General Contractors of America, the National Association of Home Builders, and the Associated Builders and Contractors. For more information about this group, email SBCA.

Sigma Lambda Chi (SLC) International Construction Honor Society offers students the opportunity to be recognized locally and internationally for their academic accomplishments as construction majors. The purpose of the society is to provide recognition to outstanding students in construction curricula. The SLC was founded in 1948, with MSU’s CM program as one of the founders, and was granted the Alpha chapter. For more information about the group, please email the chapter advisors Professor Matt Syal or Assistant Professor George Berghorn.

The Urban & Regional Planning Student Association (URPSA) is the student organization of the Urban & Regional Planning Program. The group exists to promote the personal, professional and intellectual development of urban and regional planning students, and to facilitate and encourage active participation in program, university and community matters. For more information about the group, email URPSA or visit URPSA's web page.