All of us in the Division of Residential and Hospitality Services are going through a number of unexpected changes during the COVID-19 outbreak. With that in mind, we hope the below resources will be of value to you.
Additionally, please visit msu.edu/coronavirus/resources for a number of important resources for MSU team members and their families, including Teladoc, a national network of U.S. board-certified physicians, pediatricians and behavioral health providers that lets you resolve your routine medical and/or mental health concerns, on-demand 24/7.
Remote Work
With many of us working remotely for the first time, it's critical to remember that changes to our work day routine can be stressful. Here are some things to keep in mind to help you adjust.
- Zoom Video Conferencing Tools for Free
- 7 Essential Tips for Working From Home During the Coronavirus Pandemic
- 9 Creative Ways to Stay Connected to Your Coworkers When You're All Working From Home
- 7 Tips for Working From Home With Kids
- Working from home: Your common challenges and how to tackle them
- 7 Tips for Successfully Managing Remote Teams
- Managing Employee Stress and Anxiety During the Coronavirus
For Your Family
With schools and daycares closed, as well as fluctuations in employment, the below resources are intended to help ease the transition.
Educational Resources
- Michigan Science Center Virtual Science Lessons
- Amazing Educational Resources
- WKAR Curious Crew
- Busuu – Free Language Lessons for Kids
- Interactive Map Locating Free Meals for Children
- PBS: How to talk to your kids about Coronavirus
- Astronauts Reading Stories from Space
- Khan Academy
- Study for the SAT and ACT
- Free printable math sheets from Sylvan Learning
- Learn another language with Duolingo
Work-Related
- Job Assistance – Peckham
- Comcast offering "Internet Essentials" package
- EveryoneOn – Low-cost Internet and Affordable Computers
Dining
- Open Restaurants in the Lansing Area
- Grubhub Suspends Collecting Fees
- Burger King Offering Free Kids Meals
- Local Organizations Offering Meals
Health and Wellness
- Honey Space for Parents
- Les Mills At-Home Workouts
- Mental Health Care - AFSP
- Maintaining Relationships While Practicing Social Distancing
- Daily Burn One Month Free
- People's Yoga Virtual Yoga
Arts and Entertainment
Staying home doesn't have to be boring! Below are links to some fun options that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your couch.
- Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens Home Safari
- 15 Broadway Plays and Musicals You Can Watch On Stage From Home
- NASA Media Library
- 500+ Museums and Galleries From Your Couch
- Artists Providing Activities for Kids
- Podcasts for Kids
- WKAR Concert Livestreams
- Capital Area District Libraries offer streaming services
- Scribd – One Month Free Access to Unlimited Books and Audio Books
- Milwaukee Zoo Livestream
- Sparty Coloring Pages
- Free Online Boredom-busting Resources
