Housing 2020-21

Voted #1 Campus Housing in the USA

HOUSING & DINING

CardinaI Nestled in a nature preserve in the valley of our region is a beautiful campus filled with a dedication to its students.

When our students aren’t in class, they go home to the highest-ranked dorms in the nation. We welcome you to the Cardinal family — your home away from home.

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* 2020 NICHE POLL

Pine Grove is home to SVSU upperclassmen.

Your degree is the ultimate goal — but college is also about friendships, leadership, finding hidden talents and new passions.

CAMPUS ENTERTAINMENT: • Valley Nights – Free movies on campus • Theater programs • Rhea Miller Concert Series • Intramural and club sports teams

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS:

FRESHMAN PROGRAMS FOR LIVING ON CAMPUS: GLOBAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARS: This competitive program includes a living community for motivated students to prepare for and complete an international study abroad experience.

SVSU hosts over 200 clubs and registered student organizations (RSOs) to choose from. Not only are RSOs fun and a great way to meet other students with similar interests, but they also look good on a résumé.

Students who are leaders of an RSO are able to show that they are active leaders in the SVSU community.

HONORS PROGRAM: An honors designation is the most universally recognized sign of academic distinction achieved in higher education. Pursue enriched academic experiences in Honors courses, seminars, research projects and social activities.

CAMPUS HEALTH & SAFETY:

LIVING LEADERSHIP PROGRAM: Reach your leadership potential in a living community where leadership is a focus.

• University Police Department: svsu.edu/universitypolice • CampusAlert • Operation ID • Proactive COVID-19 response plan: svsu.edu/nestplan • Saginaw Valley Covenant HealthCare on campus • University Wellness Program • Running/walking trails • Fitness Center

To learn more about freshman programs, visit svsu.edu/freshmanprograms

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thrive.

We are more than a school...We’re the student section of a fired-up basketball game, painted red and cheering loud. We are Tekes and Alpha Sigma Alphas turning students into brothers and sisters.

We’re festivals and movie nights, dorm hangouts and coffeehouse open mic events. We’re even a community fundraising team, making a difference in the lives of those around us!

HOUSING RESIDENTS’ ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH: • Private bathrooms • High-speed wireless Internet • Living and study areas • Air conditioning • Courtesy telephones in public areas • Fully furnished rooms • Laundry facilities on each floor (included in rates) • Smoke-free environment • Convenient parking (permit required, no extra fee) • Parcel lockers • Printing center in each living area

ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE:

• Fast meals • Short walking distances to classes • Saving gas money • Global experiences with neighbors • Better opportunity for involvement and meeting new peers • Being around for late-night campus activities

CARDINAL TIP: Campus dining at Marketplace at Doan, as well as the C-Store, are just a short walk from all freshman housing units.

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FIRST YEAR SUITES

LIVING CENTERS

The suites are designated for first-year students. The unique apartment-like design provides students with a living/ study room, private bathroom and kitchenette.

MJ Brandimore House, Living Center South, and Living Center Southwest also house first-year students. The four room styles in the building are complemented by study lounges and laundry facilities on each floor.

Two- or three-person efficiency units.

Four- or five-bedroom apartments house 6-8 students, respectively.

Suite styles house four students and four bedrooms; plenty of private bedroom options.

CARDINAL LIVING: All freshman units are fully equipped with air conditioning, wireless Internet service and kitchenettes.

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dine.

For those starving for the ultimate on-campus experience, SVSU provides an inspiring menu for the soul … not to mention an inspired menu of diverse dining options. Rotating daily offerings and food festivals are available at the campus’s largest dining facility, the Marketplace at Doan; a Mongolian grill, a salad bar, a bakery and brick oven pizza are some of the more popular picks, but there’s plenty more.

EATING MADE EASY. And that’s not including the popular restaurant chains located on campus.

Students also enjoy meals from: • Starbucks • Cardinal Cafe • Papa John’s - Subway • Einstein Bros. Bagels - Freshens Salads & Smoothies • The POD convenience store - Grille Works • The C-Store - Panda Express • The POD at Ryder Center For more information about dining at SVSU, visit svsufood.com or use social media handle @SVSUFood on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

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CARDINAL TIP:

CARDINAL TIP:

The Marketplace at Doan features stations and meal options that vary daily. To check out weekly menus and specials, visit svsufood.com

Order and pay for your food in advance and avoid waiting in line with GRUBHUB.

“The best part about living on campus at SVSU are the amenities. Students are given space that allows them to flourish academically and in their social lives. That feeling of openness — when you’re not cramped close to each other — actually brings people together. You will meet people from diverse backgrounds and find common interests: Whether it’s playing basketball, throwing Frisbees, eating ice cream or going to a movie screening on campus. It’s a great experience. In terms of size, space and facilities, SVSU offers the best deal when it comes to student housing.”

Bijesh Gyawali, economics major from Kathmandu, Nepal

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HOUSING & DINING

Housing Operations Curtiss 118 7400 Bay Road University Center, MI 48710 (989) 964-4255 housing@svsu.edu svsu.edu/livingoncampus Visit svsu.edu/nextsteps to get started on your Housing & Dining plan at SVSU!