North Neighborhood
Campbell Hall is known by Spartans for its picturesque views and proximity to the MSU Union, a hub for events and home to student-favorite restaurants. The hall offers a music living-learning option.
Fun fact: Campbell Hall is named after Louise Campbell who led the MSU Home Economic Outreach in the 1920s and began the practice of teaching and training for rural women.
Campbell Hall Location
Gilchrist Hall is known by Spartan’s for its quiet, serene study lounges and beautiful green spaces that surround the building. The hall offers a music and Honors College living-learning option.
Fun fact: Gilchrist Hall is named after Maude Gilchrist who graduated from Michigan’s Agricultural College (former name of MSU) and was the dean of the Women's Department.
Gilchrist Hall Location
Mayo Hall was renovated in 2009 and is known by Spartans for its long-standing history. Originally named Sylvan Lodge, the hall was located in a small park which can be seen in a group of trees east of the building. The hall offers a music living-learning option.
Fun fact: Mayo Hall is named after Mary Mayo who started women’s courses at MSU.
Mayo Hall Location
Landon Hall was renovated in 2014 and is known by Spartans for its historic architectural design. The hall offers a music living-learning option. It is also home to the Heritage Commons dining hall, a favorite among students for its unique menu and variety of options.
Fun fact: Landon Hall is named after Linda Landon, the first female instructor at MSU. It is also touted as the first post-World War II hall built on campus.
Landon Hall Location
Yakeley Hall is known by Spartans for its traditional, ivy-covered design. The hall offers a music and Honors College living-learning options. Yakeley is the only female-only residence hall on campus.
Fun fact: Yakeley Hall is named after Elida Yakeley who was the secretary to President Snyder from 1903 to 1908. During her time at MSU, Yakeley became the first registrar, a position she held for 30 years.
Yakeley Hall Location
Williams Hall is known by Spartans for its scenic views and private study spaces. The hall is considered a residence hall apartment and students don’t need to select a dining plan.
Fun fact: Williams Hall is named after Sarah Williams, the wife of MSU’s first president.
Williams Hall Location
Snyder Hall is known by Spartans for its ivy-covered design, theater for performing arts, art studio and gallery and language proficiency room. The hall offers an Honors College and Residential College of Arts and Humanities living-learning option. It is also home to The Gallery dining hall, a favorite among students, and a Sparty’s Refresh.
Fun fact: Snyder Hall is named after former MSU President Jonathan L. Snyder.
Snyder Hall Location
Phillips Hall is known by Spartans for being the perfect place to check out some cool artwork or practice your piano-playing skills. The hall offers an Honors College and Residential College of Arts and Humanities living-learning option. It is also home to The Gallery dining hall, a favorite among students, and a Sparty’s Refresh.
Fun fact: Phillips Hall is named after T. Glenn Phillips, MSU class of 1902, who developed the master plan for the growth of campus in the 1930s and 1940s.
Phillips Hall Location
Mason Hall is known by Spartans for its open common areas and proximity to Grand River Avenue, perfect for a day out with friends. The hall offers an Honors College living-learning option.
Fun fact: Mason Hall is named after Stevens T. Mason, the first governor of Michigan.
Mason Hall Location
Abbot Hall is known by Spartans for its beautiful wood ornamentation and decorative plaster details. Its cozy lounges make it the perfect spot for students to study and catch up on homework. The hall offers an Honors College living-learning option.
Fun fact: Abbot Hall is named after Theophilus Abbot, MSU’s third president from 1862-84.