Resident Student Handbook - Amenities

Residential facilities provide lobbies and study lounges for the use of the housing residents. In addition, volleyball and basketball courts are available for use. However, users must adhere to the posted quiet/courtesy hours.

University Village West and Pine Grove Apartments each have a community center allowing groups to gather for programming or meetings. Each community center is equipped with television, game equipment and a kitchen area. When these spaces are not reserved, students are welcome to utilize them for study or recreational purposes.  

To reserve a community center, please connect with the Resident Director of the facility at least one week prior to the event. It is important to review the reservation form in its entirety before making a reservation. To find out if space is available, please email reslife@svsu.edu.

All university housing facilities are fully-furnished. While it is not necessary to bring furniture, students are encouraged to personalize their rooms. However, please do not put holes in any surfaces. The most common damage charges assessed to residents are for tack holes in walls and adhesive damage from tape. University furnishings and property are not to be removed from the rooms. 

For a complete list of furnishings and other amenities by residential facility please refer to the list below. 

Washers and dryers are available in each complex (see below). The cost of operating machines is included in your room rate. Damages, to personal items resulting from use, are not the responsibility of the University.   

The Campus Recreation Center, located inside the Ryder Center, offers cardio equipment, free weights and a wide variety of fitness equipment. There is also an Olympic-sized pool, various courts, weight rooms, a variety of fitness classes and intramural opportunities. Students interested in intramurals are advised to visit the Campus Recreation website.

A $12.00 per semester Residential Leadership fee is included in the housing rates. These fees are used for various programs and events for the residents of the complex.

MJ Brandimore House offers storage space available for rent on a first-come, first-serve basis through a request form available in the Housing Portal. The rental rate is $50/semester (Spring and Summer each count as half a semester at half the semester rate) billed to to the student account.

Storage unit dimensions are 36 inches wide by 36 inches deep by 44 inches high. Students are responsible for providing their own lock to properly secure the space and insurance of property. SVSU will not be held liable for the contents for any reason during the time of the rental agreement. Students cannot store perishable or illegal items. 

Students will be required to remove their property at the end of the rental period. Housing Operations has the right to remove the lock and contents. Abandoned property will be donated or discarded after 30 days from the notification date. 

Please Note: University furnishings and property are not to be removed from rooms. 

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.

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

All SVSU resident students are eligible to register one vehicle for parking in resident lots on campus at no charge. Upon receiving a housing assignment, students may apply on-line via “Manage my Account” for a parking permit (SVSU user name and password required) or complete the process upon Housing Check-In. Permits will be available at Parking Services on check-in and move-in day for all pre-registered individuals.  All overnight vehicles must be registered through University Police. Upon check-in and move-in day, all vehicles must be parked in the assigned residential lot by midnight. 

Overnight guests must register their vehicles with University Police and Parking Services and park in designated overnight parking lots only. 

Residents are reminded to always lock their vehicle and remove valuable belongings. Motorcycles are considered motor vehicles and must be operated and parked in areas designated for all vehicles. Motorcycles are not permitted on lawns, near or inside the buildings.

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:  Dial Area Code First

Example: 989-964–4255