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Distinguished Student Awards Office

The Distinguished Student Awards Office (DSAO), formerly National/International Fellowships & Scholarships helps undergraduate, graduate students and recent alumni pursue major national and international awards by providing information and direct support throughout the competitive application process. The DSAO maintains a database of award opportunities and resources, and provides personal and professional development programming, career advice and mentoring that benefits applicants beyond the awards process.

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MSU nominates three students for prestigious Udall Scholarship

March 23, 2026 - Featured News

By Anneliese Mackel and Kristin Janka EAST LANSING, Mich. – Michigan State University has nominated three students for the nationally competitive Udall Scholarship. Winners will...

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