Please access room assignments through mySVSU using the THD - The Housing Director [housing portal].  SVSU login name and password required. To engage with your roommates before coming to campus, you can contact them via email using the SVSU email system located in the portal. We suggest that you not purchase belongings with roommates in case changes are made before you move in.

We want to ensure that students have the meal plan that best supports their needs. To make any changes, please email housing@svsu.edu and fill out the meal plan change form anytime thru Friday, September 2, 2022. 

Your ID card will be distributed at check-in if you did not receive it at our SOAR or TOP orientations. You’ll need it for identification and to access meal plans and building entrances. 

All University housing facilities are furnished. In response to COVID-19, our shared bedrooms have been converted to single bedrooms, but the extra set of furniture must stay, as we do not have additional storage on campus. While it isn’t necessary for you to bring furniture, we do encourage you to personalize your room, as long as the furniture is approved by roommates and maintains fire egress.  Please do not put holes in any surfaces. Also, the Housing Operations Office does not endorse any adhesive product for hanging items on walls. 

Students who will be keeping a vehicle on campus will have the opportunity to register their vehicles with Parking Services in advance by going online to www.svsu.edu/universitypolice and clicking on Parking Services. Permits will also be available at Parking Services on check-in day for all pre-registered individuals. In alignment with our commitment to affordability, permits are free of charge to students. Students are required to provide their driver’s license and valid vehicle registration in order to register vehicles. Parking lot assignments will be provided when you register your vehicle. Students who will be keeping a vehicle on campus need to park their vehicles in a residential lot by midnight when checking in. You may not drive on sidewalks or grass under any circumstances. 

The Resident shall be responsible for maintaining such renter’s liability insurance as the Resident chooses. The University shall have no responsibility for the personal possessions of the Resident [per Section 9 of the University Contract]. Residents may want to check personal home insurance providers for additional coverage. 

At SVSU, the safety of our campus community is always our priority. We strongly encourage all students to enroll in Campus Alert— SVSU's Emergency Notification System. Enrollees receive official notifications via cell phone, text messaging, landlines and email, in the event of a critical incident or campus closing due to adverse weather. Enrollment takes just a few minutes and can be completed online by visiting www.svsu.edu/universitypolice/campusalert. Parents, if you choose to have your student register your contact information, please be advised that you will also receive notification of campus closures due to adverse weather, which are often issued early in the morning. 

What to Bring:

• bathing suit and towel
• blankets, pillows, linens and mattress pad (mattress size 36"x 80" also called extra-long twin)    
• cleaning equipment and supplies (mop, bucket and broom)
• clock radio with battery back-up
• computer with Ethernet cord
• desk supplies
• extension cord and surge protector
• flashlight
• kitchen supplies and snacks
• laundry detergent, softener and laundry basket
• pictures and mementos from home
• small spring rod with curtain for armoire
• spending money
• sports equipment
• study lamp (halogen bulbs are prohibited)
• toilet paper, soap, shampoo and shower supplies
• trash bags
• SpectrumU TV (streaming)
• vacuum cleaner

What the University Provides:

Review the list of amenities provided. University furnishings are not allowed to be removed from the room. Residents interested in bringing additional or larger items (i.e. furniture) are encouraged to wait until after check-in and move-in to receive consent from roommates due to space limitations.

What to Leave at Home:

Be aware of items on the university's Prohibited/Monitored Items List. Students are not allowed to have pets (except non-carnivorous fish, halogen lamps, spider lamps, open element appliances (George Foreman grills, heating plates, toaster ovens, etc.), open flames (candles, incense, etc.), weapons, firecrackers, and metal-tipped or plastic-tipped darts and dartboard. Possession of items on the prohibited list will result in fines and possible disciplinary actions. 

Mattresses are 36" x 80" and are also called extra-long twin.

In an effort to protect our residents and comply with FERPA, Housing Operations will not disclose directory information except to students of SVSU. Students may also elect to remain unlisted by contacting the Registrar’s Office.

Residents are instructed to provide the following contact information to family members and friends in cases of emergency or concern.

Emergency Situations – contact University Police at (989) 964-4141

Non-Emergency Situations during normal business hours contact:

Housing Operations
(989) 964-4255

Monday – Friday 
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Desk operations are located in the lobbies of all Living Centers. Desk staff can assist with contacting on-duty staff and local phone numbers. Any customer service issue can be reported to the desk operations staff. 

Residents may check out vacuum cleaners, brooms and other items through the Front Desk Operations.

Mail and packages are delivered by 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday.  The University does not participate in Saturday delivery. 

Mail and packages may take extra delivery time as SVSU participates in a central mailing operation with Delta College using the “48710” zip code. Hence, express shipping of packages is not recommended, as express shipping only guarantees to drop shipments at the university and not to the end recipient. Once a package has been received and is processed, students will receive an email with instructions on how the package can be picked up. The package will either be in a locker in the MJ Brandimore House lobby or able to be picked up at the front desk of MJ Brandimore House.

Typically, your school address is not your permanent address. Therefore, residents cannot complete a change of address form through the United States Postal System. As a result, it is important to update your temporary mailing address with businesses and other important individuals. The same is true when vacating SVSU housing, mail and packages will only be delivered to students residing on campus. Housing Operations does not forward mail or packages upon your departure and they will be returned to the sender. Students are responsible for providing their permanent and current mailing address to the SVSU Office of the Registrar.

Name
Complex, Building and Room Number (*see below)
7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 

*Example of how to address:
First Year Suites A-1A
Merry Jo Brandimore House 101A
Living Center South 1101A
Living Center Southwest 2101A
University Village 405-1A
Pine Grove 7570-1A

NEW!  SVSU now has SpectrumU streaming TV.  Login credentials required and SpectrumU only works on campus using our network.  Coaxial service is no longer supported on our campus. 

Any problems experienced with SpectrumU streaming television service should be reported by submitting an IT Support ticket.  For channel information, download the channel guide: SVSU Cable Channel (1,039KB)  .

Wireless access is available in all housing areas and on campus. Information regarding access can be found at www.svsu.edu/its. Questions can be directed to IT Support Center at (989) 964-4225 or via email at support@svsu.edu.

Students must comply with the technology use policy.

Computer labs are also available for students who do not wish to bring systems.

SVSU residents traditionally choose to communicate using their personal cellular telephones. The university recognizes that cellular coverage may be inconsistent within the freshman residential facilities. Courtesy telephones are located in the corridors of freshman residential facilities. Local telephone service is provided at these courtesy phones.

Residents assigned to freshman residential facilities who have unique circumstances or would otherwise like to be considered for an in-unit phone are advised to contact Housing Operations at (989) 964-4255.

On-Campus Calls: Dial the Last Four Digits

Example: Housing extension 4255

Off-Campus Calls (Saginaw, Bay City, Midland):  Dial Nine First and you must now include the area code and a preceding "1"

Example: 9–1-989-964–4255

Damages: Residents are provided with room condition forms to document room and furnishing conditions at move-in. Room condition forms should be submitted within seven days of occupancy to any unit. [Room Condition Report (175KB)    ] Residents are liable for missing items or actual damage to the unit or any ancillary facility (hallways, stairwells, lobbies, study lounges, laundry rooms, etc.), including furniture, appliances, equipment and for maintaining the unit in a safe and sanitary manner. In the event of such damage, the university will hold all residents of a unit jointly liable for damage charges, and resident(s) will be billed accordingly. Please report any damages immediately so that responsibility can be determined while occupants are still residing. The list of damage fines are below:

Bathroom Ceiling ($50) 

Bathroom Countertop ($125) 

Bathroom Door Damage ($75) 

Bathroom Door Replacement ($225) 

Bathroom Floor ($200) 

Bathroom Shower Head ($25) 

Bathroom Sink ($50) 

Bathroom Toilet ($75) 

Bathroom Towel Rack ($25) 

Bathroom Wall Damage ($50) 

Bedroom Blinds ($35) 

Bedroom Carpet Damage ($50) 

Bedroom Carpet Stain ($100) 

Bedroom Chair ($150) 

Bedroom Closet Door Damage ($75) 

Bedroom Closet Door Replacement ($100) 

Bedroom Desk ($75) 

Bedroom Door Damage ($75) 

Bedroom Door Replacement ($225) 

Bedroom Drawer ($60) 

Bedroom Lamp ($40) 

Bedroom Light Globe ($75) 

Bedroom Mattress Damage ($150) 

Bedroom Smoke Detector ($100) 

Bedroom Wall ($45) 

Bedroom Window Screen ($60) 

Bedroom Window Sill ($100) 

Cable Port ($30) 

Carbon Monoxide Detector ($100) 

Door Adhesive ($40) 

Door Frame Damage ($150) 

Door Repaint ($60) 

Exterior Grease Stain ($75) 

Fire Extinguisher Missing ($110) 

Furnace Door ($140) 

Improper Checkout ($100) 

Kitchen Bulletin Board ($50) 

Kitchen Counter Damage ($115) 

Kitchen Dining Chair Damage/Missing ($100) 

Kitchen Dining Table ($250) 

Kitchen Drawer Damage ($60) 

Kitchen Floor ($150) 

Kitchen Microwave ($50) 

Kitchen Oven Not Clean ($100) 

Kitchen Refrigerator Dents ($100) 

Kitchen Refrigerator Drawer Broken ($500) 

Kitchen Stove ($50) 

Living Room Carpet Damage ($250) 

Living Room Burn in Carpet ($100) 

Living Room Carpet Stain ($120) 

Living Room Chair Damage ($400) 

Living Room Coffee Table ($200) 

Living Room End Table ($75) 

Living Room Entertainment Center ($50) 

Living Room Lamp ($100) 

Living Room Sliding Door Screen ($75) 

Living Room Sofa Cushion ($100) 

Living Room Sofa Damage ($250) 

Living Room Sofa Replacement ($800) 

Lost Key ($50) 

General Cleaning ($50)

Patio Damage ($100) 

Public Area Damage ($75) 

Thermostat ($150) 

Wall Adhesive ($50) 

Wall Repaint (1 Wall) $100 

Wall Repaint (2 Walls) $150 

Wall Repaint (3 Walls) $200 

Wall Vent Damage ($50) 

Every attempt is made to determine parties responsible for any and all damages that occur. In the instance where responsibility cannot be determined, the charge, including labor, will be distributed among all residents of the facility.

University property, other than furnishings assigned to the licensed premises, is not allowed in student rooms. Such items will be removed and a charge will be levied to the occupants.

By signing the Housing Contract, students agree to make payment(s) according to the payment schedule. If students plan to utilize scholarships, student loans or any other student financial aid, they must submit the appropriate application materials to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid in a timely manner to ensure adequate time to complete any required review processes and their ability to meet payment deadlines. Failure to meet payment deadlines will result in the student's removal from registered classes and university housing. Students are not released from their Housing Contract if they re-enroll during the contract period.

A limited number of loft kits are available for university housing bed furniture (Living Centers, University Village, and Pine Grove 7800-7809 buildings only). Only university-provided lofts are permitted. The fee associated with the loft kit request is non-refundable once delivered. Students are responsible for loft kit assembly and tear down.  

Loft kits can be requested by emailing housing@svsu.edu using the student's SVSU email address and including the following:

• Email Subject Line: Loft Kit Request
• Last Name
• First Name
• SVSU ID Number
• Room Assignment (if known) including Building and Room

A $50 fee will be assessed to the student account once delivered. The fee is subject to change.

Although pets outside of non-carnivorous fish are not permitted in campus housing, documented Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) and service animals are. In order to have an ESA or service animal reside in university housing, students must apply to be approved through the Office of Accessibility Resources and Accommodations. To learn more about the approval process for ESA and service animals, visit http://www.svsu.edu/access/policies/emotionalsupportanimals/.