In addition to the below observed holidays, the university is closed on the following dates for 2026-2027:

December 28, 29, & 30, 2026 - Additional Paid Days
January 1, 2027 - Additional Paid Day

All faculty and staff along with their spouses and dependents (up to age 26) are recognized as members of the Fitness Center and may use the facility free of charge. 

• Check out the facilities at the Campus Recreation Center and hop on a treadmill, bike, rower or elliptical machine
• Swim some laps in our Olympic sized pool
• Walk or jog around our indoor track
• Play a little racquetball with friends
• Join the Cardinal Aquatics Program
• Sign up for a fitness class or personal trainer
• Visit Ryder Center Membership Information for more information

Non-employees will be required to obtain membership cards to access the facility.  The process to acquire these membership cards must be initiated by an SVSU faculty or staff member online here.

A variety of information and resources are available to improve health and well-being by inspiring, educating, and empowering employees to engage in positive health and lifestyle behaviors that lead to lifelong wellness. Visit here to learn more.

SVSU's corporate partnership with the Great Lakes Loons & Saginaw Spirit includes complimentary tickets for faculty and staff to the Loons & Spirit home games. We would like to offer you the perk of attending a game for free. Staff and faculty can receive four (4) non-transferable tickets for one home game per season. 

Tickets will remain paperless this year, and those who reserve a game through Cardinal Perks will receive tickets in their SVSU email. 

Please log in and retrieve your tickets here.

Click here to access pass information. 

Purchase a car for an unbeatable price, gain free program benefits, and enjoy the touch of a devoted concierge assisting you through the entire process. Click here to access the SVSU Vehicle Concierge Program.

Meal Plans

Faculty and staff may elect to purchase a number of meals allowing them to dine at the Marketplace at Doan an all-you-care-to-eat eatery at a discounted price. 

Declining Balance (DB)

Declining Balance functions like a dining debit card and can be used at any on-campus dining locations, convenience stores or the Marketplace at Doan.

The Cardinal Athletic Club is a vital segment of the SVSU community. Memberships support the athletic department in providing scholarship aid and operational funding to more than 500 SVSU student-athletes participating in 20 varsity sports. Each donation assists us in our mission of building champions in the classroom, in competition, and in life. Membership support comes with a variety of associated benefits, such as reserved seating at football games, game-day hospitality, reserved parking and club merchandise. 

The Michigan Education Savings Program allows employees to save money for educational expenses. Account earning will grow on both a federal and state tax-deferred basis until the beneficiary is ready to go to college. The funds may be used at almost any eligible institution in the nation.

Wildfire is offering a special set of perks exclusively for Saginaw Valley State University students, alumni, faculty, and staff. With a convenient location near SVSU's campus, let Wildfire help you today and tomorrow.

Click here to learn more: Wildfire Credit Union SVSU Workplace Perks

By showing your SVSU Employee ID Card, you will receive 10% off at the Bookstore! The SVSU Bookstore is located in Curtiss Hall and is operated by Barnes and Noble. It has Cardinal gear, snacks, computer accessories, software, textbooks, and a variety of gifts. This discount is for in-person purchases only.

By showing your SVSU Employee ID Card, you will receive 10% off at the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum gift shop! The Museum is open Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. The gift shop offers a variety of merchandise, such as handmade tiles, cards, apparel, books, candles, jewelry, ornaments, art kits, and more! This discount is for in-person purchases only.

SVSU employees can enjoy discounted admission to Bavarian Blast Waterpark through the Affiliate Day Pass Program — a fun perk for you and your guests!

Click below to access the Bavarian Blast Affiliate Ticket Portal: https://book.bavarianinn.com/ecomm/package/packagebuilder/23511825/?packageid=89647&promocode=SVSUAFFIL

For ticket availability or waterpark questions, please contact Bavarian Blast Waterpark directly.

Employee Discount Details

• 15% off current day pass rates Monday–Friday

• 10% off current day pass rates Saturday–Sunday

• Discounts apply to day passes only

• Subject to availability, Blackout dates apply (see below)

2026

• January 1 – New Year’s Day

• January 17–18 – MLK Break

• February 14–16 – President’s Day Break

• March 20 – April 6 – Spring Break (tentative)

• May 23–25 – Dog Bowl & Balloons Over Bavarian Inn

• July 3–4 – Independence Celebration

• September 5–7 – Labor Day Weekend

• November 25–28 – Thanksgiving Break

• December 18–30 – Winter Break

• December 31 – New Year’s Eve

2027

• January 1 – New Year’s Day