Life at Michigan State University can be a lot of fun, and you are sure to meet tons of new people and enjoy a challenging curriculum. Although you are looking forward to starting your college years, you might be feeling a little lost and not quite sure what to expect. As far as housing goes, here is some information about dorm life at Michigan State University.
Michigan State has an enormous student residence system; it is actually the largest system of its kind in the United States. You'll find everything from small, single rooms to two-bedroom apartments, although the latter are only for grad students, married students and occasionally upperclassmen. The dorms are located in different neighborhoods, there are five neighborhoods, and each has between three and ten residence halls.
For the most part, freshmen and sophomores are required to live on campus, and you will be in a hall that might contain single rooms for just one student with a shared community bathroom or perhaps in a double or even a quad room. Some halls are situated for particular majors to make access to classes easier, and some halls are designated as quiet for those who prefer less noise. In the shared rooms, the beds are elevated, so that you can maximize the square footage of your room. Desks and dressers typically are included as well, depending on the hall and room. You are allowed to bring a small fridge, a small microwave and a futon to enjoy a few comforts of home.
Storage varies depending on the type of dorm room. Some rooms have a single shared closet, some have two closets, and some quad rooms have a long open closet with four sections that includes a clothing bar and a shelf. You can make the most of this space by installing a closet doubler, which you affix to the clothing rack, and it provides you with two rows of hanging space. Plastic bins with drawers can rest underneath so that you can store other items. If you have a closet door, place a pocket organizer on the door and you will also easily increase storage.
To preserve space, don't bring items such as framed pictures or a great multitude books. Instead you can hang up a cork board and display pictures there without taking up desk or shelf space. Invest in an electronic book reader or simply check out books from the campus library from time to time. After all, your textbooks are essential and generally take up a good amount of space. Rather than bring a television, bring a tablet or a laptop and watch programs online instead.
Other than bringing home some clothes and your computer, MP3 player and maybe your tablet, the rest of your stuff can be stored safely at a local East Lansing mini storage facility or perhaps a nearby Bath mini storage facility. These facilities often offer tiny storage units perfect for dorm items. Just be sure to find a mini storage company that allows you to rent by the month, and it also is wise to find a company that provides student discounts as your budget is probably fairly tight anyway. A three-month rental should cost around $100 and possibly less, so shop around to look for the best deal at the most secure, well-lit facility.
Michigan State has an enormous student residence system; it is actually the largest system of its kind in the United States. You'll find everything from small, single rooms to two-bedroom apartments, although the latter are only for grad students, married students and occasionally upperclassmen. The dorms are located in different neighborhoods, there are five neighborhoods, and each has between three and ten residence halls.
For the most part, freshmen and sophomores are required to live on campus, and you will be in a hall that might contain single rooms for just one student with a shared community bathroom or perhaps in a double or even a quad room. Some halls are situated for particular majors to make access to classes easier, and some halls are designated as quiet for those who prefer less noise. In the shared rooms, the beds are elevated, so that you can maximize the square footage of your room. Desks and dressers typically are included as well, depending on the hall and room. You are allowed to bring a small fridge, a small microwave and a futon to enjoy a few comforts of home.
Storage varies depending on the type of dorm room. Some rooms have a single shared closet, some have two closets, and some quad rooms have a long open closet with four sections that includes a clothing bar and a shelf. You can make the most of this space by installing a closet doubler, which you affix to the clothing rack, and it provides you with two rows of hanging space. Plastic bins with drawers can rest underneath so that you can store other items. If you have a closet door, place a pocket organizer on the door and you will also easily increase storage.
To preserve space, don't bring items such as framed pictures or a great multitude books. Instead you can hang up a cork board and display pictures there without taking up desk or shelf space. Invest in an electronic book reader or simply check out books from the campus library from time to time. After all, your textbooks are essential and generally take up a good amount of space. Rather than bring a television, bring a tablet or a laptop and watch programs online instead.
Other than bringing home some clothes and your computer, MP3 player and maybe your tablet, the rest of your stuff can be stored safely at a local East Lansing mini storage facility or perhaps a nearby Bath mini storage facility. These facilities often offer tiny storage units perfect for dorm items. Just be sure to find a mini storage company that allows you to rent by the month, and it also is wise to find a company that provides student discounts as your budget is probably fairly tight anyway. A three-month rental should cost around $100 and possibly less, so shop around to look for the best deal at the most secure, well-lit facility.
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