River Trail Neighborhood

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Owen Hall

Owen Hall is a favorite to both underclassmen and graduate students. All rooms in Owen Hall are single rooms. The hall is home to a Sparty’s Refresh and the allergen-free Thrive dining hall. Students living in Owen Hall have the option to choose a dining plan, but this is not required.

Fun fact: Owen Hall is named after Floyd Owen, class of 1902, who provided part of the funding to build the hall. It was the first co-ed hall with male and female students living in their respective wings.

Owen Hall Location

McDonel Hall

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.

McDonel Hall Location

Shaw Hall

Shaw Hall is known by Spartans for being conveniently located at the heart of campus and across the street from the CATA bus station. The hall is home to The Vista, a newly renovated residential dining facility.

Fun fact: Shaw Hall is named for Robert Sidey Shaw, MSU’s 11th president who led the University through the Great Depression.

Shaw Hall Location

Van Hoosen Hall

Van Hoosen Hall is known by Spartans as an apartment-style residence hall. The hall is available to women in their second year at MSU. Van Hoosen Hall has a community building that is used for social events and houses resident laundry facilities. The hall is does not require students to select a dining plan. For 2023-24 Van Hoosen apartments will hold three residents each. 

Fun fact: Van Hoosen Hall is named after Dr. Sarah Van Hoosen, a fifth-generation farmer and a leading genetic researcher who donated land to MSU.

Van Hoosen Hall Location

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