About Murray & VanSteeland:

Murray and VanSteeland Living Centers fully furnished apartments and primarily for returning residents, transfer students, and graduate students. First year residents are eligible to reside in Murray and VanSteeland if they request to be in the Gender Justice House or International House. Murray and VanSteeland apartments provide residents with increased privacy and space, while still being close and convenient to classes and campus resources. They are located on south campus near The Blue Connection, Library, Niemeyer Honors College, and the Kirkhof Center. Residents can enjoy the privacy of their own bedroom and additional living space, all while still enjoying the community that has been built. Outside, there is a volleyball and basketball court, and a large courtyard where you will typically see students lounging or playing outdoor games. 

Amenities:

• Utilities included (heat, electricity, internet, cable, water, A/C)
• Laundry rooms
• Fully furnished
• Private bedrooms
• Private bathrooms
• Wifi
• Cable/Ethernet - 2 connections per room
• Lounge and study rooms
• Community kitchens
• Student mailboxes
• Gaming tables
• 24/7 secure access
• Elevator

Furnishings:

• Closet
• Bed frame and mattress (twin XL)
• Desk with organizer
• Bookshelf
• 3-drawer dresser
• Chair
• Kitchen
• Table/Chairs
• Couch
• Easy chairs
• Stove
• Refrigerator

Exact room dimensions and layout vary. Furnishings and finishes may vary as well. We strongly recommend to wait until move-in to purchase items such as extra furniture or rugs once you are able to take exact measurements and determine how you want to set up your room.

Room Options & Rates:

1-Bedroom Apartment: $4,260

2-Bedroom Apartment: $3,830

4-Bedroom Apartment: $3,220

*All rates listed are per person, per semester. No meal plan required. Optional meal plans may be purchased.

Community Desk:

Front Desk Location: South E Apartments

Desk Phone: (616) 331-0170

RA Duty Phone: (616) 889-6814

Residential Address:

Murray Living Center:
10498 South Campus Dr. Apt. #
Allendale, MI 49401

VanSteeland Living Center:
10438 South Campus Dr. Apt. #
Allendale, MI 49401

Community Staff:

All Living Centers offer Resident Assistants, Graduate Assistants and Professional Living Center Directors. Resident Assistants are typically undergraduate students at the sophomore level and above. Our Graduate Assistants are typically enrolled in the College Student Affairs Leadership program and all Living Center Directors have Master’s Degrees in College Student Affairs Leadership or similar degrees. All staff attend training prior to student arrival in the fall so that we can best serve our residents.

Murray & VanSteeland Staff:

Living Center Director: (left)
Jasmine Padin
(616) 331-4297
padinja@gvsu.edu

Assistant Living Center Director: (right)
Taylor Ross
(616) 331-4294
s_rosst@gvsu.edu