McDonel Hall is known by Spartans for its optimal housing for returning students and those wanting a more quiet, mature atmosphere. The hall houses the Residential Business Program living-learning community. It is also home to a Sparty’s Refresh.
Fun fact: McDonel Hall is named after Irma and Karl McDonel. Karl was secretary to the State Board of Agriculture, which is now the MSU Board of Trustees.
Floor Plans
- Double Room
Floor plan dimensions are approximate — room size and furniture dimensions can vary from room to room.
Virtual Tour
Building style: Midcentury modern
Neighborhood: River Trail
Year built: 1963
Number of Floors: 6
East McDonel Service Center: 517-353-1292
West McDonel Service Center: 517-353-1602
Engagement Center: McDonel
Address: 817 E. Shaw Lane
East Lansing, MI 48825
Building Features
- Suite-style bathrooms
- Double-style rooms
- Gender Inclusive Floors
- Fully furnished
- In-room Wi-Fi
- Cable TV
- Co-ed floors
- Barrier-free housing
- Bike storage
- Music practice room
- TV lounge
- Meeting space
McDonel Hall Location
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East McDonel Service Center
517-353-1292
West McDonel Service Center
517-353-1602

Community Director
Shayli Florine
florines@msu.edu

Assistant Director of Residence Education
Jarrod Becht
bechtjar@msu.edu
517-432-8328

Facilities Manager
Aaron Minnis
517-884-4414
minnisaa@msu.edu

Neighborhood Administrative Coordinator
Cameron Morton
517-884-0745
morton34@msu.edu