Residential Community Living Guide - 2027 — 2028 by Central Michigan University

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Residential Community Living Guide 2027-2028

Our Mission

The Office of Residence Life is committed to providing residents a comfortable, educational, diverse and caring community where academic success, personal growth and social responsibility are valued.

Our Vision

To provide generations of college students a nationally recognized, cutting-edge, living environment.

Educational Priority

The Office of Residence Life aims to cultivate connected communities where students feel safe, supported, and engaged. By promoting wellness, personal growth and academic success, we prepare students to lead balanced lives grounded in empathy, responsibility, and meaningful impact.

Dear CMU STUDENT, Congratulations on being accepted to Central Michigan University for the 2027-2028 academic year. It truly is a privilege to be a CMU student! We are very excited to welcome you to your new on-campus home. Please acquaint yourself with the residence life website at reslife.cmich.edu before you begin the application process for a residence hall. While this booklet provides an overview of living on campus, we encourage students to visit our website for more detailed information about each community. CMU Institutional Research studies have shown that students who live on campus are more likely to achieve better grades, will be more involved in campus and community activities, are more likely to graduate in four years, and will form closer friendships with a wider variety of people. If you have any questions please contact us at reslife@cmich.edu or by calling 989-774-3111. Office of Residence Life Central Michigan University

To apply for CMU residence housing, please see page 4.

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Campus RESIDENCY POLICY Central Michigan University’s campus residency policy requires that first- and second-year students live on campus. Those who reach the four-semester requirement at midyear are required to complete the entire term of the contract for the academic year (fall and spring semester). • Early Middle College students are classified as first-year students and are required to live on campus for two academic years. • Early Middle College students who enter the University with 60 or more credits are required to live on campus fot their first academic year (fall and spring semesters). • Early middle college students with less than 60 credits when entering the University must fufill the two-year residency requirment. • Transfer Students have the option to live on campus. Exceptions and further information may be found online at reslife.cmich.edu. Assignment Priority • Returning housing students • First-year students • Transfer and other students

Housing Contract The Office of Residence Life Housing Contract is a legal contract between you and the university. It is written in legal language that may be unfamiliar to you, however, we encourage you to read it and acquaint yourself with its provisions. The contract may be found online at reslife.cmich.edu. The contract is for the entire academic year (fall and spring semester). Cancellation Policy Students who break the Office of Residence Life Housing Contract without approval from Residence Life officials will owe full housing and food charges for the entire academic year. Students who are approved for release from their Office of Residence Life Housing Contract, for any reason, are subject to cancellation charges that may be found online at reslife.cmich.edu. Please note that MICHIGAN LAW DOES NOT ALLOW A MINOR TO VOID A CONTRACT FOR HOUSING. If you sign this Housing Contract and are under the age of 18, you cannot cancel it merely for that reason. Residence Life Handbook Our priority is to ensure you have a great experience while living on campus. As a member of our community, residents and their guests are responsible for all policies and procedures outlined in the Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities and Disciplinary Procedures, the Office of Residence Life Housing Contract and the Residence Life Handbook. CMU Office of Residence Life

How to APPLY

You are four easy steps away from your new home at CMU!

Phase 1 - Opens Nov. 15

Phase 2 - Opens Feb. 15

Phase 3 - Opens May 15

In phase 1, you will sign the 2027-2028 housing contract and complete a lifestyle questionnaire.

In phase 2, you will select your meal plan and share your housing preferences.

In phase 3, you now can begin searching for a potential roommate. Whether you are looking to live with friend you already know or searching for potential roommate, the application has two ways to help you create your roommate group.

The housing contract is a legal agreement between you and the university. It is written in legal language that may be unfamiliar to you. However, we encourage you to read it carefully, and acquaint yourself with its provisions. The housing contract is for the full academic year, fall and spring semesters. By clicking on the confirm button, you acknowledge and accept the contract in its entirety. The lifestyle questionnaire is helpful when looking for potential roommates. It will allow you to see the percentage you are like other students based on how they answered the questionnaire. 4

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You will be able to select from different board approved meal plans. You will be able to make changes to your meal plan prior to move-in. You even have the first two weeks of the semester to try out your selection to see it fits your needs or change it to a different plan for no fee. In this phase we will ask you to share your interest in one of the six Living Learning Communities, Gender Inclusive Housing or living with a student staff member.

For students who opt into Gender Inclusive Housing, the application with direct you to a page to search for other students who have also opted in. If you have been accepted into one of the six Living Learning Communities or are a recipient of one of the three scholarship programs, you will be directed to a page to search for a potential roommate within your LLC or scholarship community. If you would rather the Office of Residence Life create your housing assignment, you can indicate this here and the application with prompt you to provide your top 3 housing styles. Roommate matching closes June 4, at 11:59 p.m.

Phase 4 - Housing selection mid-June through mid-July Your housing selection timeslot is determined by your housing contract date. During your housing selection timeslot, you will select your living space. If you are in a roommate group, the person with the earliest timeslot will select the living space on behalf of the group. Housing selection for students in one of the six Living Learning Communities or are a recipient of one of the three scholarship programs, will take place on Wednesday, June 23, at 9 a.m. through Thursday, June 24, at 11:59 p.m. Students part of one of the 17 NCAA Division I sports will receive their housing assignment via email on June 30, by 5 p.m.

Spring 2028 Students Students starting in January for the spring 2028 semester will gain access to the housing application beginning in mid-October. In the housing application you will select your meal plan, choose three housing preferences and provide preferred roommates. The Office of Residence Life will assign you a housing space based on your housing preferences and availability.

Gender Inclusive Housing students will receive their housing assignment via email on June 30 by 5 p.m. All other students will go through housing selection in mid-July, and will receive their housing selection timeslot via email on June 15, by 5 p.m. Students will receive priority selection timeslots based on their housing application signed contract date. Students who apply after June 15, will be assigned by the Office of Residence Life.

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Finding ROOMMATES

At CMU, we offer many ways for students to connect with potential roommates.

When finding roommates, you are allowed to choose one roommate to link with. The remaining spaces in your suite will be filled by other pairs or individual students who selected that specific building. Suggested Roommates

This tool is found in the online housing application. It will list other students who have a 2027-2028 housing application. The list will show the percentage they are like them based on the lifestyle questionnaire students filled out in the housing application.

Roommate Search by Details

This tool found in the online housing application allows students to search for those they have already connected with.

Creating a Roommate Group

Once you have connected with your roommate using one of the above ways, now it is time to create a Roommate Group in the online housing application. Students accepted into a living learning community (LLC) MUST choose roommates accepted into the same LLC. To find your chosen roommate, everyone must have started their housing application. The one who creates the Roommate Group is the Group Leader. This person will be the one to invite others to the group, and everyone must accept the request. The Group Leader will select a housing assignment and assign themselves and roommate to a bed space in that room. Roommate matching closes June 4 at 11:59 p.m.

Connect with your class on ZeeMee

You’ll get access to exclusive announcements and student chat groups on ZeeMee, your space to connect, ask questions and meet other admitted students. Inside the ZeeMee app you can: • Find your people before you even get to campus • Take the roommate quiz • Chat with current and future students

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Spring 2028 Students Students starting in January for the spring 2028 semester will be able to provide the name of their preferred roommates. The Office of Residential Life will assign roommates based on availability.

Welcome HOME In the Office of Residence Life, we use a residential curriculum to create intentional experiences that support you throughout the year—right when you need them most. Our approach centers on three connected ideas: Me (you as an individual), We (your residential community) and Us (your connection to Central Michigan University and the world beyond campus). Through these themes, our staff create engaging communities and meaningful experiences that bring our educational priority to life.

Educational Priority Statement The Office of Residence Life aims to cultivate connected communities where students feel safe, supported, and engaged. By promoting wellness, personal growth and academic success, we prepare students to lead balanced lives grounded in empathy, responsibility, and meaningful impact.

Me – Individual Needs • Goal: Students will develop a deeper understanding of their personal values, identities and well-being practices to foster self-awareness and intentional personal growth.

• Themes:

• Wellness and Safety • Personal Development • Academic Success • Life Skills

We – Community Needs • Goal: Students will engage in respectful interactions within their residential community, building skills in empathy, collaboration and conflict resolution to contribute positively to their living environment. • Themes: • Community Belonging • Involvement • Healthy Relationships • Conflict Management

Us – Connection to Larger Campus & Beyond • Goal: Students will explore their role within the broader CMU and global communities, cultivating a sense of belonging, civic engagement and social responsibility. • Themes: • Service Learning • Community Involvement • Being a Good Human

94% of residents surveyed agreed or strongly agreed that they belong in their residential community.

94% of residents surveyed agreed or strongly agreed they have opportunities to attend programs and events in their residence hall community.

96% of residents surveyed agreed or strongly agreed that they know who to contact if they need help or support.

88% of residents surveyed knew their paraprofessional staff members’ name after two weeks of living on campus.

Source: Fall 2026 Micro-surveys 8 CMUofOffice of Residence Life (average two different surveys)

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“Living on campus has given me the opportunity to explore who I am and recognize the unique value I bring to the community. Through connections with others, I’ve learned the importance of supporting and growing with those around me.” JENSEN POWELL / Wichita, Kansas

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Living Successfully with ROOMMATES Research shows that living in a community with people from different backgrounds, values, personalities and interests is an integral part of the college experience. Our goal is for students to learn from their on-campus living experience, so it is important to understand that a space change is not the first consideration when issues arise between roommates.

No space change will be granted until the roommates have completed/modified the Roommate Agreement Workbook and attempted to mediate the conflict with the assistance and support of Residence Life staff. Please keep in mind that the Office of Residence Life does not move students due to differences of race, ethnicity, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation, physical ability, or any other social identity.

Sharing a living space with others can be stressful, and conflicts may arise. We know that roommate conflict can be uncomfortable to deal with. However, there are benefits to experiencing conflict; these types of situations provide us with opportunities to strengthen our communication skills, better understand our values, and learn to compromise and negotiate — all of these are necessary real-world skills.

To find your chosen roommate, everyone must have started their housing application. The one who creates the Roommate Group is the Group Leader. This person will be the one to invites their roommate to the group, and they must accept the request. The Group Leader will select a housing assignment and assign themselves and their roommate to a bed space in that room.

Space changes are a last resort in dealing with roommate conflict except in emergency situations. If a request to change space is the result of difficulties with current roommate(s), the student will first have a conversation with their roommate(s) and communicate their concerns and needs. This conversation should take place in person (not by text or social media) in a manner that seeks to resolve, not escalate, the conflict.

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How to be ROOMMATE READY College life is full of new experiences, including living with roommates. First-time roommates often have questions about what to expect and what to do when moving in with their new roommates.

How do I find alone time?

Even the most social people need their space. A common concern for sharing a small living space is finding time to be alone. If you find yourself in need of a little ‘me time’ try exploring campus to find your own favorite retreat spot. This could be anything from a reading nook to a shady bench outside. Just a place that you enjoy. Another trick is to learn your roommate’s schedule. Chances are you won’t have the exact same class schedule, so when you know they’ll be out for an hour or two plan to use the room for some personal time.

When should I check in with my roommate?

While roommates aren’t responsible for each other, it’s a common courtesy to let them know if you’ll be out of town for a few days or spending the night with a friend. It’s also nice to send a text if your roommate isn’t back by the time they said they’d be. Who knows? They may have changed plans!

Whatever the case, be sure to have a conversation with your roommate about if and/or when they want you to check in. This way roommates can help keep each other safe without making anyone feel pestered. It’s also smart to exchange emergency contact information to use in the event of an accident.

How can I be a good roommate?

A huge part of being a good roommate is cleanliness. This doesn’t just mean keeping your half of the room nice and tidy. Your roommates use common spaces too. Most people would prefer roommates who clean up after themselves and do their fair share of the chores. Remembering to be considerate and polite is another sure way to be a good roommate. Little things like keeping the noise levels to a minimum, having good communication, and asking before borrowing something go a long way in maintaining healthy roommate relationships.

How do I befriend my roommate?

Some people work better as friends than as roommates, and others make better roommates than friends. There are, however, those roommates who have the potential to become your lifelong friends.

Whether you think this might be the case, or whether you just want to make new friends, the best way to befriend your roommate is to spend time with them. Invite them to go do something with you or start a conversation. A good tip for improving your roommate conversations is to ask questions that require more than a yes or no answer. Try asking questions like “What was your favorite part of class today?” or “What’s your favorite place on campus?”. At the end of the day, the best thing you can do to prepare yourself for living with a roommate is to have a positive attitude and an open mind. No roommate situation is perfect but being ready and willing to make things work with your new roommate can help even the trickiest situations. Remember you could receive a new roommate at any time as The Office of Residence Life fills vacant spaces in your room, or as people move rooms across campus, so it’s important to be roommate ready. You may also find yourself moving to a new space. The roommates you start with may change over time, and being flexible and having conversations early on is important.

For tips on resolving conflict, visit the Housing Safety and Student Support page on our website. CMU Office of Residence Life

Gender Inclusive HOUSING The Office of Residence Life, the Office of LGBTQ Services and Gender Equity Programs, and the Division of University Engagement and Student Affairs (UESA) are dedicated to providing residents a comfortable, educational, diverse, and caring community for all students, including those whose gender identity and expression differs from the sex assigned to them at birth. If you would like more information on housing for transgender and non-binary students and mixed gender housing options at CMU, please contact: the Office of Residence Life at 989-774-3111 or Office of LGBTQ Services and Gender Equity Programs at 989-774-3637. Applying for Gender-Inclusive Housing means that each student assigned to the living space will agree to share that space regardless of assigned gender at birth, legal gender, or gender identity. All students who are eligible to live in the residence halls can choose to live in gender inclusive housing. Students who request gender-inclusive housing should understand gender identity and gender expression and actively seek to contribute to inclusion in their community. 12

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Where can I live?

We offer Gender Inclusive Housing options in all our residential communities. In your housing application you will need to apply for Gender Inclusive Housing on the ‘Housing Preferences’ step. This allows you to connect with other students that also opted into Gender Inclusive Housing.

Finding Roommates

After opting into Gender Inclusive Housing in your housing application, you will be able to connect with other students that have also applied. The Suggested Roommates and Roommate Search by Details tools can be used to assist with finding roommates. Once you have connected with your roommate using one of the above ways, now it is time to create a Roommate Group in the online housing application. The one who creates the Roommate Group is the Group Leader. This person will be the one to invite their roommate to the group, and they must accept the request. The Office of Residence Life will assign you to a Gender Inclusive Housing space based on your preferences. While we do our best, housing and roommate preferences are based on availability.

Student SUPPORT Meet the Office of Residence Life Team!

Office of Residence Life is committed to providing residents a comfortable, educational, diverse and caring community where academic success, personal growth and social responsibility are valued. The Office of Residence Life includes the following units: Facilities Operations, Care Advocate Program, Central Office in Ronan Hall and Residential Education. Executive Director: The Executive Director provides strategic direction to the Office of Residence Lifeincluding residential education, housing operations and facilities. The Executive Director reports to the Vice President of University Engagement and Student Affairs (UESA) and serves on the UESA leadership team. This position partners with key campus partners to develop a strategic vision, budget and facilities plan for all on-campus housing. Director: Director for Residential Education provides vision and leadership for safe, healthy and educational residential community and programs. The Director directly supervises and offers support to the Assistant Directors of Residence Life. They also offer oversight on Office of Residence Life operations in collaboration with the Executive Director of Residence Life. Assistant Director (AD): The Assistant Director is responsible for the entire community of residence halls and/or apartments within an area of campus (East, South, Towers communities). They supervise the residence hall director staff and participate in the senior leadership duty rotation.

Residence Hall Director (RHD): The Residence Hall Director is a full-time, live-in, professional staff member responsible for the daily operations of residence halls. They supervise RAs, Engangement Coordinators, CCAs, and most RHDs supervise a front desk operation and/or advise hall council. They provide support to all residents in their building and are a part of a professional staff duty rotation. Resident Assistant (RA): The Resident Assistant plays a crucial role in fostering community and facilitating the learning and growth of residential students. An RA is responsible for cultivating a healthy atmosphere within their floor and residence hall, supporting residents with personal and academic issues and helping them connect with one another and with CMU. They may also leverage existing campus activities and community events in Mount Pleasant to address the needs and interests of residents. Engagement Coordinator: The Engagement coordinator plays a vital role in cultivating a sense of belonging for every resident in the community. This position focuses on civic engagement, identity development and community involvement. Engagement Coordinators also serve as a bridge to campus resources and partnerships, fostering a community of empathy, care and connection .Community Council Advisor (CCA): The Community Council Advisor position is dedicated to enhancing leadership and resident opportunities for success. The CCA guides both students and staff, advising student leaders to improve their organizations and personal development. They work to foster a sense

of community within the residence hall by creating leadership opportunities and leveraging councils, conferences and departmental tools for student success to facilitate meaningful conversations and goal setting. Building Maintenance Worker (BMW): Staff members who keep our facilities in working order and address maintenance concerns. They respond to all concerns reported in the online work request system and respond to after-hours facility emergencies as warranted. Care Advocate Program For more than 25 years, the Care Advocate program has been a cornerstone of support for students living on campus. Sponsored by the Office of Residence Life, the Care Advocate program places licensed mental health professionals directly in the residence halls. Their mission is to provide staff consultation, support, crisis intervention and proactive prevention efforts addressing mental health issues, and to act as a bridge to partner offices supporting the personal growth and academic progress of students. Housing Accommodations Services and support are available on campus for students who have a documented disability that significantly impacts one or more major life functions. Students must register online with Student Disability Services. The Office of Residence Life will work directly with the Student Disability Services office to implement any approved housing accommodations for students with a documented disability. CMU Office of Residence Life 13

Designed for

STUDENT SUCCESS 17 Residence Halls and 1 Apartment Community

East Community Emmons Hall Herrig Hall Saxe Hall Woldt Hall Celani Hall Fabiano Hall

South Community

Community

East Community

Beddow Hall Merrill Hall Sweeney Hall Thorpe Hall

Towers Community Carey Hall Cobb Hall Troutman Hall Wheeler Hall Campbell Hall Kesseler Hall Kulhavi Hall

Apartment Community

South Community

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Open During Open During Air Thanksgiving Fitness Microwaves Lofts Semester Allowed Conditioning and Spring Center Allowed Break Break

Emmons

Herrig

Saxe

Woldt

Celani

Fabiano

Beddow

Merrill

Sweeney

Thorpe

Carey

Towers Community

University Apartments

Housing Location

Apartment Community

Cobb

Troutman

Wheeler

Cambell

Kesseler

Kulhavi

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On-Campus AMENITIES Residence Hall Front Desk

The residence hall front desk operation provides security and a customer service function. The desk staff help monitor the residence halls. They view video cameras and report any suspicious activity to University staff. All residence hall front desk operations are staffed 24 hours per day. The front desk helps assist residents with their needs and questions. The desk staff can contact paraprofessional staff on duty if there is a building issue that the staff needs to respond to. In addition, the front desk staff assists with mail and package distribution.

Kitchenettes

A shared kitchenette is available on the each floor of the residence halls, allowing residents to prepare their own food. They include a refrigerator, range, sink, counter top space and microwave.

Laundry

Residents should not have to worry about finding coins or swiping when it comes to doing laundry. Students who live on campus will enjoy laundry included in their semester rate.

Parking

Freshman status for parking is defined as 25 or less earned credit hours. Residence hall parking permits are distributed to sophomores, juniors and seniors on first-come basis. All freshmen will be assigned to the Maroon lots (63, 70 and 75) located south of their residence halls. When students with Maroon permits need to load/ unload their vehicle at their residence hall, they can stop into the Parking Services office to obtain a free 1-hour loading/unloading permit. This will allow the Maroon permitted students to have closer parking for one hour while loading/unloading. For more information about parking, visit the Parking Services website.

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“ I remember, my sophomore year, a big group of new friends sat, studied and supported each other for hours while waiting for the annual “midnight scream”. And even though we all came from different backgrounds and studied a wild range of majors, I felt so connected and supported by this new family I found in the dorms!...And then we all went outside to scream all of our frustrations out and play tag in the dark hahaha” ALEXANDRA SHAUL / Riverview, Michigan

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Residential COMMUNITIES CMU has 17 residence halls in three residential communities and 1 apartment community. Learn more about what each community has to offer. The residence halls in the South and Towers communities close during the Thanksgiving, semester and spring break periods. The East Community and University Apartments remain open during the break periods. CMU Dining operations close for the break periods. Kitchenettes are located on each floor of the East Community halls.

All residence halls and University Apartments are tobacco and smoke free for the health of all students.

For more information, see reslife.cmich.edu.

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East COMMUNITY The East Community is made up of six residence halls: Celani, Emmons, Fabiano, Herrig, Saxe and Woldt. Students in East live in suite-style housing with private bathrooms. East is home to the Business Residential College, Health Professions Residential College, the Science and Engineering Residential College and the School of Music Residential College. The East Community halls remains open during Thanksgiving, semester and spring break periods. CMU Dining operations are closed. Kitchenettes are located on each floor of the halls.

Dine & Connect

Located in the East Community, our all-you-care-toeat dining hall offers something for everyone. Enjoy comforting classics at the Homestyle station, flavorful plant-based dishes at Rooted, and creative rotating options at Bowl Life. For guests with dietary needs, Delicious Without provides allergen-friendly meals free from gluten and the top nine allergens. Craving something fresh or made-to-order? Stop by Flame for burgers and chicken hot off the grill, build your perfect plate at the salad bar, or grab a sandwich from the deli. And of course, don’t miss our ever-popular pizza station!

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Located just above our largest convenience store on campus, The Market at Woldt, which features a variety of frozen and grab to go items, a late-night hot spot for Sushi and a Pizzeria with its own area to sit and hang out.

Celani and Fabiano Halls

Highlights: • Remains open during Thanksgiving, semester and spring break periods. • Fitness Center for East residential students only. • Centrally located near the Student Activity Center, McGuirk Arena and Kelly Shorts Stadium. • Residential dining unit open 7 days a week.

Available to transfers, students in their second year of the residency requirement and students outside the residency requirement.

Emmons, Herrig, Saxe and Woldt Halls

This four-person floor plan offers two bedrooms, a common space and one bathroom. Available to first-years, transfers, students in their second year of the residency requirement and students outside the residency requirement.

These premium halls offer individual bedrooms with loftable furniture, two bathrooms, a common space and air-conditioning for four students. These halls have a premium room charge.

South COMMUNITY Beddow, Merrill, Sweeney*and Thorpe halls are centrally located on campus. Students live in suite-style housing with private bathrooms. The South Community is home to the Education and Human Services in Beddow Hall and Honors Program Residential Community in Thorpe Hall. The South Community halls remain open for Thanksgiving and Spring break. These halls are closed for semester break.

Beddow, Merrill, Sweeney* and Thorpe Halls

Merrill Virtual Food Hall

Merrill Virtual Food Hall makes dining easy and flexible. Guests can order exclusively through Transact Mobile Ordering, using a meal swipe for a convenient to-go meal or to enjoy in our newly renovated dining space. The hall features five unique stations: 500 Degrees, serving pasta and pizza favorites; Breakfast & Co, offering morning classics all day; Delicious Without, providing allergen-friendly options; Chef’s Table, showcasing chef-inspired creations; and Global Grill, delivering bold international flavors. Open Monday through Thursday with late-night hours, Merrill Virtual Food Hall is designed to fit your schedule and satisfy every craving. Highlights: • Centrally located on campus near academic buildings. • Residential dining unit open for late-night options. Monday through Thursday.

*Sweeney Hall is offline for renovations for the 2027-2028 academic year. CMU Office of Residence Life

Towers COMMUNITY Carey, Cobb, Campbell, Kesseler, Kulhavi, Troutman and Wheeler halls offer suite-style living for first-year students and upper-level students. The Towers is home to the Multicultural Advancement and Cofer Scholars and Public Service Residential College.

The Towers Community halls remain open for Thanksgiving and Spring break. These halls are closed for semester break.

The Eatery The Eatery is a spacious, all-you-care-toeat dining destination offering comforting classics and flavorful plant-based dishes at the Kitchen station, along with creative rotating options at Studio 989. For guests with dietary needs, Delicious Without provides allergen-friendly meals free from gluten and the top nine allergens. Craving something fresh or made-to-order? Stop by Flame for burgers and chicken hot off the grill, build your perfect plate at the salad bar, or grab a sandwich from the deli. And of course, don’t miss our ever-popular pizza station! To top it off, enjoy sweet treats from the Sweet Shoppe and sip on refreshing smoothies all day at our new Smoothie Bar—exciting additions that make The Eatery a must-visit spot. 20

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Highlights: • Centrally located on campus near academic buildings. • Residential dining open 7 days a week.

Carey Hall

This two-person floor plan offers full-XL beds, updated finishes, one bedroom and one bathroom. There is a premium room charge. Available to first-years, transfers, students in their second year of the residency requirement and students outside the residency requirement.

Carey Hall

Cobb, Troutman and Wheeler Halls

This two-person floor plan offers one bedroom, a common space and one bathroom. Troutman Hall is home to residents of the Multicultural Advancement and Cofer Scholars and Cobb Hall is home to residents of the Public Service Residential College. There is a premium room charge. Available to first-years, transfers, students in their second year of the residency requirement and students outside the residency requirement.

Cobb, Troutman and Wheeler Halls

Kulhavi Hall

Campbell and Kesseler Halls

Available to first-year students only.

Available to transfers, students in their second year of the residency requirement and students outside the residency requirement.

This hall is a dedicated space for first-year students looking for private bedrooms. This four-person floor plan offers individual bedrooms with loftable furniture, two bathrooms, a common space and air-conditioning. There is a premium room charge.

Kulhavi Hall

These premium halls offer individual bedrooms with loftable furniture, two bathrooms, a common space and airconditioning for four students. These halls have a premium room charge.

Cambell and Kesseler Halls

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University APARTMENTS The University Apartments Community is a two-building residential housing area, located on the north end of campus. The West Building is for undergraduate students outside of the CMU Residency Requirement and the East Building is for graduate students. The West Building includes a fully equipped fitness center for both buildings’ residents and a meeting room. Oversized elevators provide access to all floors in both buildings. A two story lobby and spacious lounge, furnished with comfortable seating and a large flat screen TV, is centrally located in each building. The one-, two-and four-bedroom air-conditioned units are designed with a high degree of sound isolation. They offer spacious great rooms with large windows. University Apartments are semi-furnished units. All utilities and internet are included in the semester rate. In room dishwashers, microwaves, washers and dryers are included in each unit. Furnishings include a couch, end table, coffee table, queen size bed in each bedroom, dresser, desk and desk chair. One- and four-bedroom units have a kitchen table and four chairs while two-bedroom units have a raised table with bar stools. 22

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Highlights: • Remains open during Thanksgiving, semester and spring break periods. • Each unit has a full kitchen. • In-unit laundry. • Fitness Center for University Apartments residential students only. Available to transfers and students outside of the residency requirement.

One-Bedroom

Two-Bedroom

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Living Learning COMMUNITIES Living Learning Communities

In an effort to integrate the use of all of our campus resources in the education and preparation of the whole student, we join with faculty members in several departments to offer the following living learning communities for the 2027–2028 academic year: • Business Residential College in Herrig Hall • Education and Human Services Residential College in Beddow Hall • Health Professions Residential College in Emmons Hall • Honors Program Residential Community in Thorpe Hall • Leader Advancement Scholars in Merrill Hall • Multicultural Advancement and Cofer Scholarship (MAC Scholar) Residential College in Troutman Hall • Public Service Residential College in Cobb Hall • School of Music Residential College in Herrig Hall • Science and Engineering Residential College in Woldt Hall Residential colleges offer students the opportunity to share a residence hall, classes, programs, and study opportunities. Each community has a spirit all its own, but all living learning communities provide an environment in which students are surrounded by friends with whom they achieve mutual success.

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Does this sound like a good fit for you?

If so, on your online housing application, please check the living learning community that interests you. You will be contacted with more information and instructions about how to complete the application for the living learning community that interests you. If you have specific questions about a living learning community, please contact the director at the listed email address. For more information, online, please visit reslife.cmich.edu. Membership in a learning community has been shown to increase student engagement resulting in positive educational outcomes, including higher grades, satisfaction with college, persistence rates, and graduation rates. Note: Living learning communities comprise one or more floors of a residence hall, so students who do not have an interest in a specific academic program may still apply for these halls, with the exception of the Honors Program Residential Community in Thorpe Hall.

Finding Living Learning Community Roommates

If you wish to search for a roommate, you will be able to search for a roommate within your specific Living Learning Community in your housing portal in phase 3 beginning May 15. Accepted LLC students MUST choose roommates that are accepted into the same LLC.

Business Residential College in Herrig Hall

Join the Business Residential College (BRC) and begin developing business skills as soon as your first week on campus! BRC students enjoy a competitive advantage, live in the same residence hall, take many classes together, and participate in professional development programs and leadership activities. Through BUS 109: Collegiate Success for Business Students, a course offered exclusively to BRC students, you will cultivate essential business skills, participate in a resume building workshop, professional dress seminar, and LinkedIn lab. Students report this unique class positively impacts their adjustment to college, as well as their academic performance! BRC members quickly develop their CMU network with faculty, upper class business student leaders, and community business professionals. The BRC will provide you with experiences that will prepare you for leadership positions, internships, career opportunities and friendships that will last a lifetime. For more information, please contact Lori Driessnack at BRC@cmich.edu.

Education and Human Services Residential College in Beddow Hall

The Education and Human Services Residential College (EHSRC) is a community that supports freshmen and transfer students who are pursuing education and human service related professions. This unique living-learning environment helps prepare students for the ideal college experience and for future success in an education or human services related career. For more please contact ehsrc@cmich.edu

Health Professions Residential College (HPRC) in Emmons Hall

Our motto, “The HPRC is the place where strangers become friends and leave as family,” describes the friendships and peer support available to you in this living learning community for students interested in any health-related career. Our goal is to help students succeed in college and to achieve their career goals through helpful connections, identifying personal passions, and offering many diverse service and leadership opportunities. A sense of belonging and care impacts your ability to succeed in your studies and grow into the person you were always meant to be! For further information about the Health Professions Residential College, please email hprc@cmich.edu.

Honors Program Living and Learning Community in Thorpe Hall

Thorpe Hall is the home of the Honors Program living and learning community at CMU. All first year Honors students live in Thorpe Hall during their initial year at CMU. Current and transfer students applying for Track II Honors Program admission have the option of living in Thorpe Hall if space is available. Beyond housing Honors students, Thorpe Hall has limited space available each year for non-Honors students seeking to live with other high academic ability students in a studious, supportive and vibrant atmosphere. For more information about the Honors Program, please contact 989-774-3902 or email honors@cmich.edu.

Leader Advancement Scholars in Merrill Hall

Each year, 40 incoming students with a demonstrated record of involvement and service receive the Leader Advancement Scholarship (LAS). LAS students develop their leadership skills through courses, workshops, conferences, and volunteer opportunities. First-year LAS students live in

Beddow Hall and also receive an upper class mentor to help them successfully transition to CMU and the Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute community. For more information about the Leader Advancement Scholarship, please contact 989-774-5323 or email cmulead@cmich.edu.

Multicultural Advancement and Cofer Scholarship (MAC Scholar) Residential College in Troutman Hall

The MAC Scholar Residential College is the home to 80 scholarship recipients within the MAC Scholarship Program. These students are known as Diversity Champions and share a common interest of advancing inclusion and equity of all students regardless of race, religion, and gender or sexual expression. First-Year MAC Scholars live in Troutman Hall to cultivate a community as cohort, while continuing this through several required course, attending various cultural heritage events, and engaging volunteering opportunities. For more information about the MAC Scholar Residential College, please contact 989-774-3925 or email mass@cmich.edu.

The School of Music Residential College in Herrig Hall The School of Music Residential College (SoMRC) is a place where music majors and minors share common interests and goals making the SoMRC an environment conducive to learning and support. For further information about the School of Music Residential College, please contact the School of Music at 989-774-3281 or musicadmit@cmich.edu.

Science and Engineering Residential College in Woldt Hall

Expand your academic experience at CMU by living and learning alongside other STEM students. Enjoy a welcoming environment designed to support your academic success and personal growth during your time at CMU.

As a resident in the Science & Engineering Residential College you’ll enjoy: • Increased interactions with STEM faculty, professionals, and alumni • Personalized student support services such as tutoring, academic advising, and study abroad exploration • Peer support from upper-class SERC mentors living in the residential college • Academic field trips to various locations worldwide (previous trips have included, but are not limited to, Chicago, Washington D.C., & Paris, France) • Career-related programs exploring a variety of STEM careers • Volunteer opportunities • Priority registration for your CMU classes For more information about the Science and Engineering Residential College (SERC), please contact Rachel Anderson at ander4rm@cmich.edu

Public Service Residential College in Cobb Hall

Public Service Residential College (PSRC) is an inclusive community of students who desire to make a difference in the lives of people and shape society. It is ideal for majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) and preparing for meaningful careers in private practice, human services, non-profit agencies, government, humanities, social justice or abroad. Mentors, coursework and relevant experiences support students as they begin making a positive impact and meaningful relationships. For more information about the PSRC, call Kathy Rise at 989-774-3491 or email Kathy.Rise@cmich.edu.

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CMU DINING At Central Michigan University, we are re-inventing

the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by offering new technology in future semesters, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success. Stay tuned for more information.

Health & Wellness

• Special Diets — If you have special dietary needs or an allergy, please contact us. We have a lot of options to choose from and will connect you with our Registered Dietitian (RD) and Executive Chef. • Meet Our Dietitian — We have a RD on staff to ensure all dietary concerns are met. For more information, please contact Brianna Archangeli at archa1bm@cmich.edu. • Healthy Eating — Eating healthy, balanced meals will help you study and keep you looking and feeling your best! Balanced U is your guide to finding foods that are right for you. Signage describing this program will be placed throughout the dining halls for easy navigation. • What About Allergens —CMU Dining aims to provide our students with the support they deserve by accommodating those with food allergies and intolerances. We understand the effort it takes to manage one’s diet with food allergies and we want to be able to provide a safe place for those in need. 26

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Navigating your options can be done using our Dine on Campus app, where each ingredient in our recipes is listed. Our Delicious Without stations can be found in each residential dining hall and consist of recipes without the top nine allergens or gluten. Our allergen management guide can be found on dineoncampus.com/cmichdining.

Stay Connected

Check out Campus Dining on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to stay connected to the latest updates. Visit our website for menus, nutrition information, current hours of operation, add-on FLEX Dollars, job openings, FAQ’s and so much more. Web: www.dineoncampus.com/cmichdining Email: dining@cmich.edu Facebook: Central Michigan University Dining X: cmichdining Instagram: cmichdining

Food for the Future

Central Michigan University has a long-standing commitment to protect, preserve, and restore the environment. Through a variety of innovative programs and policies, we work closely with the communities of which we are a part to reduce the impact our operations have on the world around us. Our focus on recycling, resource conservation, and waste reduction not only helps us operate more efficiently, but it also lets us ensure that the resources we use today will be available for future generations. • Proudly Fighting Water Waste — CMU utilizes a tray-less dining program to reduce waste and conserve energy. On average it takes one gallon of water to wash three trays. With an average of 1,800-2,200 guests per day, this results in an average water savings of over 600 gallons per day.

Our reusable to-go dishware program reduces our carbon footprint by reducing waste,

plastic, Styrofoam production, transportation and packaging. • Reducing our Carbon Footprint — We offer

animal product alternatives to reduce our overall carbon footprint, greenhouse gas emissions and to encourage a veg-forward diet. A variety of plant-based options and meat alternatives are available at every meal. With a dedicated vegan and vegetarian kitchen station and partnerships with local vendors, we are proud to offer a variety of vegan, vegetarian and veg-forward options.

• Partners in Fair Food & Fair Trade — We are a

proud partner of the Fair Foods Program. The Fair Foods Program protects workers’ human rights, including safe working conditions and better wages. As a partner, we pay a Fair Food premium that goes towards the workers in the form of a bonus. In October 2018, Chartwells announced a major commitment to sourcing Fair Trade, switching to Fair Trade certified coffee and tea at all of their higher education accounts across the U.S. In addition, Chartwells plans to pursue Fair Trade status in partnership with all of their higher education accounts, according to the criteria set by Fair Trade Campaigns, which began with an initial cohort of campuses in spring 2019.

• Skip the Straw — We noticed the negative impact

straws have on the environment and marine life. We want to be part of the solution, so we decided to remove plastic straws from our cafés and many of our retail locations.

Meal PLANS MEAL PLAN OPTIONS FOR THE 2027-2028 ACADEMIC YEAR WILL BE RELEASED IN FEBRURARY. YOU WILL SELECT YOUR MEAL PLAN IN PHASE 2 OF THE HOUSING APPLICATION.

A Meal Plan unlocks delicious meals, coffee, snacks, and more at 16 locations across campus. Your Meal Plan includes Meal Swipes and FLEX Dollars, conveniently loaded onto your Centralcard ID. No need to carry additional cards or cash! What is a Meal Plan?

Meal Plans are the primary way students pay for food and beverages while on campus. The majority of our meal plans are comprised of meal swipes and FLEX Dollars, all of which are loaded onto your Central ID Card.

What is a Meal Swipe?

Each meal swipe gives you access to either an all-youcare-to eat meal in The Eatery in Towers or Dine & Connect in East Community, or a to-go meal at Merrill Virtual Food Hall in South Community. Regardless of which residence hall you live in, your meal swipes gain you access to all three restaurants. Resident students have the advantage of weekly meal swipes that reset every Saturday at midnight, so they start out each week with a full set of meals. At the end of summer, all meal swipes expire and are not refundable or transferable to the next academic year.

What is FLEX?

FLEX Dollars may be used at any of the dining locations at CMU, including the food court, coffee shops, markets, national brands and residential restaurants. Unlike meal swipes, FLEX dollars roll over from fall semester to spring semester but need to be used by the end of spring semester. They will expire on the last day of school. They will not roll over to summer semester or the next school year.

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“Living on CMU’s campus has helped me to deepen my motivation to learn and educate myself, whether that is from the standpoint of a student, a paraprofessional staff member, or just a person within a large, diverse community here on campus. Everyone has a different point of view and education to bring to the table, so every conversation is an opportunity to learn and grow here.” DALTON SARGENT / Marysville, Michigan

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