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Attention residents: beginning next week any pumpkins left outside will be picked up by our grounds crew. If you do not want your pumpkin picked up, please move your pumpkin inside. Residents in living centers should remove their pumpkins from hallways and dispose before they begin to decompose. Pumpkins left on carpet to rot will result in a cleaning fee. Pumpkins may be picked up sooner if they are decomposing - decomposing pumpkins are a tasty treat for critters and bugs. 🎃

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RED PRIDE FRIDAY - SVSU has once again claimed the top spot in Niche's Best Dorms rankings.

For the fifth straight year, SVSU residence halls have been named No. 1 among the nation’s four-year public universities on the Niche list of best dorms in America for 2024. The university’s dorms are ranked No. 3 in the nation among all colleges and universities, public and private.

In addition, SVSU was named the No. 1 college campus in Michigan for the fourth straight year.

Student satisfaction is the most significant factor in Niche’s Best College Dorms ranking. The following factors are considered for ratings: student surveys about campus housing (70%), average housing cost (10%), housing capacity (10%) and housing crime rate (10%).

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💢WEATHER UPDATE💢

Students can donate unopened, non-perishable foods, gently used clothing, and other home goods to benefit our local and campus community. Boxes are already placed and ready for donations in MJBH, LCS, and LCSW lobbies. This is a great option for students who have things they’d prefer not to pack up and move next week 😉

Hot off the press!

Happy International Women’s Day! The housing team is made up of four incredible women who love what they do and SVSU! Happy to celebrate Dawn, Alex, Reneé and Sharon on this wonderful day! ♥️

Already trying to figure out how you’re gonna take everything home next month? Housing offers storage to our residential students for Spring and/or Summer semester. Located in MJB, storage lockers in a secure closet are available for rent on a first-come, first-serve basis. $50 for both Spring and Summer semesters, or $25 individually. More information can be found in the housing portal - which is where the sign up form is located 🙂

PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS (AND THEIR FAMILIES) - This Saturday, SVSU's Office of Undergraduate Admissions is conducting a special event called A Day in the Nest. This conference-style event gives students and families the opportunity to explore at their own pace and choose presentations that cater to their needs and interests. No matter where you are on your journey to start college this Fall, we invite you to attend this day created especially for students like you! We have professors who are eager to meet you, 'Next-Steps' and 'Career Readiness' presentations, campus tours, a student services fair, computer labs set up for you to complete business, and so much more!

Learn what it takes to be a member of the Cardinal Family this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register today at svsu.edu/visit.

‼️Front desk hours impacting this coming Thursday and Friday‼️Our office will be open December 19-22nd from 8-4:30pm to help with any typical front desk needs. Between December 23-January 2nd the university will be closed and mail delivery will not be available. We will resume mail delivery as soon as we can after reopening January 3rd, thanks for your patience 😁

Happy Holidays!! As we close out the semester, a few reminders...
1.) Books can be returned to the Bookstore [look for rental due dates] and/or sold if you prefer not to keep.
2.) Students do not have to move out completely and will keep their key; we encourage taking home any valuables and items needed for winter break. Rooms must left in health/safety condition. Students in first year areas MUST check out with the RA before leaving. Upperclass (second year+) students are not required to leave for winter break but please stay in touch with your roommate(s) so they know where you are. Various project work is still taking place over winter break so SVSU personnel may be keying in over winter break to prepare for summer projects; units specifically affected will be emailed directly.
3.) All first year students must vacate within 24 hours of their final exam OR by Friday, 12/16/22, 4pm. Exceptions can email [email protected] for consideration.
4.) Dining will close for winter break on Friday, 12/16/22 and will re-open for first meal on Sunday, 1/8/23. While first year students are invited back on Friday, 1/6/23, starting at 8:00am, you will need to bring food or use your kitchens until Sunday's first meal.
5.) The university will close starting 12/23/22 and will re-open on 1/3/2023. Anyone approved to stay or in upperclass areas can use the RA duty phone for emergent items.
6.) Mail/packages will have limited delivery and high volume as we open in January with no services when the university is closed. Remember, SVSU does not participate in Saturday service.
7.) There is still availability for Fall 2023/Winter 2024. The contract opened on December 1st and a completed contract with $200 prepayment will have a Room Selection date/time assigned on the your home screen in the housing portal. Roommate Matching will start in January, stay tuned.
8.) Check the SVSU email periodically over winter break. The university is still open outside the class session dates and many offices are sending important communication to you for action items.
THANK YOU for an amazing fall semester. This is the time your stress peaks; lean on your support systems for reassurance and love even more...all of the campus community is cheering for you! We wish you and your families all the best this holiday season and cannot wait to see YOU again in 2023!

Our desks will temporarily close tonight while we celebrate the end of the semester as a staff. Thanks for your understanding and happy last week of classes!

Thanksgiving will be here before we know it! Please note this also means that residential mail processing and delivery will be halted when desks are closed. The university will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 24th and 25th.

🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 the housing contract for Fall 2023-Winter 2024 will open for all prospective and current students on December 1st! Save the date! More details to be released in the housing portal in the coming weeks

https://forms.office.com/r/ZG417gL5kR

The SVSU campus community is pleased to welcome George Grant Jr. to serve as the institution’s fifth president. Today (Tuesday, Aug. 9) the SVSU Board of Control announced the appointment during a special meeting. Grant will succeed Donald Bachand, who is retiring after serving as president since 2014.

Grant is currently serving as chancellor of Pennsylvania State University-Berks, a campus of more than 2,100 students. Prior to that, he spent 24 years at Grand Valley State University, including 12 years as dean of the College of Community and Public Service.

“We are delighted that Chancellor Grant has agreed to join SVSU and serve as our next president,” said Vicki Rupp, chair of the SVSU Board of Control. “He is a caring, committed and innovative leader with an outstanding record of success in academic program development, fundraising, and community outreach, among many accomplishments.

A Detroit native, he welcomes the opportunity to return to his home state and to join a university that aligns with his values. He will begin his duties at SVSU December 1.

“I know the history and tradition of SVSU. Its people have a passion for academic exploration and achievement, and it continues to ensure that the opportunities of higher education are attainable to assist students in meeting their full potential,” Grant said.

Read more at https://bit.ly/3BOSXnh.

Move in dates and time are based on your housing placement - check our website for details!

Current SVSU residents can check their email for more details.

Dawn Iseler’s position at SVSU is the Director of Auxiliary Operations for Housing Operations, however, that title doesn’t begin to encapsulate what Dawn contributes to the university. Dawn is a two-time graduate of SVSU, earning both her Bachelor of Business Administration and her Master of Business Administration as a Cardinal. As a student, Dawn knew that the campus community was different at SVSU, with supportive employees and mentors around every corner. Dawn began working for SVSU as a student and has been employed in a variety of offices on campus. “When I come into the entrance of campus, I never feel like I’m punching in,” Dawn shared. “I feel like every day is a fresh start and a new opportunity.”

Dawn works primarily with Housing Operations, which is a vital part of any university. One of Dawn’s favorite moments within her role is check-in for freshman housing during the beginning of the school year. “The energy from freshman check-in sustains you for the whole academic year!” Dawn smiled. However, Dawn cites the people at SVSU as her favorite part of her job. “The faculty, staff, and students are amazing. I feel like I could do almost any job on campus to make my hands useful, but it’s the people I see every day that make it all worthwhile.”

Dawn’s leadership and motivational spirit is inspirational to many that encounter her. Dawn’s focus is always on the students. “I think a lot of what I value and hopefully emulate in my leadership is helping one student at a time. There’s no way to help the masses, but you can help students individually,” Dawn stated. “Being able to advocate for them and provide process improvement when needed is a key part of my job. My focus is not simply answering an email quickly, but giving students something extra or uplifting so they don’t feel just like a number.”

Thank you, Dawn, for sharing your story and exemplifying Red Pride!

The end of the semester will be here before you know it! Check your email and start preparing 🤩

Do you have friends/family coming to SVSU this Fall 2022? We'd enjoy seeing them to make sure all their questions are answered this Saturday.

We will see them again for SOAR but it's a great day to come for a visit and get to know us a bit more before then!

We invite all admitted students and families to Admitted Student Day on Saturday, March 19 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for a special open-house style event. Meet professors and current students, take a campus tour, experience campus dining (free) and connect with student service offices to help guide you on your path to becoming a Cardinal. Learn more and register today - https://bit.ly/347Q8f0.

Current residents, international students, and incoming transfer students can access the 2022-2023 housing contract beginning at 8:00am on Monday, February 14th using the link in email!

Join us, Friday, February 25 for FREE tickets to SVSU Night at the Saginaw Spirit Hockey Game.

Alumni are welcome to stop by the Theater Lobby (located in the Dow Event Center) prior to the game between 6-7 pm for free food & drinks.

Game time is 7:05 pm - We will see you there!!

Get your tickets: svsu.edu/spirithockey

Emails went out to current residents with the following information! ♥️

As always, more details can be found in your email!