Amenities

All on-campus housing units have wireless Internet, in addition to the WiFi throughout campus. There are also email kiosks and large computer labs available for your use. Personal Internet routers are not allowed on campus and will negatively impact the entire GVSU Internet network when used. While personal wireless routers are not allowed on campus, students can register their TV and gaming devices through gvsu.edu/it. Switches, however, are allowed on campus. Residents may purchase their own switch or call CTS for one at (616) 331-2101 if there are more residents in their unit than ports.

Connecting to the Network

GVSU Students/Residents

• Log on to the GV-Student network using your GVSU network credentials. 

Guests & Visitors:

• Connect to the GV-Visitor network.

Gaming/Wifi-Enabled Devices:

• Any gaming/wifi-enabled device (gaming console, smart TV, etc.) must be registered with Information Technology before it can connect. Click here to register your gaming device. Once registered, connect to the GV-GameNet network using your GVSU network credentials. 

Off-Campus Network Access

Click here for information about connecting to the GVSU network using a VPN.

Spectrum U Live Streaming:

We are excited to announce that the Spectrum U streaming live TV service has replaced our traditional coax cable TV.  This service can be accessed on multiple devices when on campus in Allendale or downtown when connected to GV-Student WiFi or Game-net for a TV.  Please see the instructions below on how to connect to Spectrum U on your chosen device. 

Connect Through TV

To connect to Spectrum U through the TV, you must use a Roku TV, Roku device, or Apple TV (Chromecast, Firestick and other smart TV’s won’t have the App). You must first register your device (Request Form - Device Registration (gvsu.edu)), which typically is a quick process during normal business hours. If you have any issues registering a device, please contact the IT help desk (616-331-2101). Once connected, you will download the Spectrum U App. It is important to note that there are other Spectrum Apps and only the Spectrum U App will work! You will not need to log-in, you will only need to accept terms and conditions, then away you go!

Connect Through Phone or Tablet

To connect through your phone or tablet, you must be on GV-Student WIFI. Once connected, you will download the Spectrum U app. It is important to note that there are other Spectrum Apps and only the Spectrum U App will work! You will not need to log-in, you will only need to accept terms and conditions, then away you go!

Connect Through a Laptop

To connect to a laptop, go to https://spectrumutv.com while connected to GV-Student WIFI. You will not need to log-in, you will only need to accept terms and conditions, then away you go

The Health & Safety Check process occurs once a semester. The inspections are conducted by the Resident Assistants of each community. Health and Safety Checks have four primary goals: (1) find and correct any potential issues that may pose a threat to life, limb, or property; (2) ensure that the unit is hygienic and/or suitable for healthy living; (3) identify any potential facility issues that require a work order; (4) and identify any damages that the resident may be responsible for. 

Prior to inspections, residents are notified at least one week in advance by the Living Center Director. Residents are notified should they pass or fail an inspection. Should a resident fail an inspection, they are given up to 48 hours to correct the violation after which, a return inspection will be conducted. Depending on the nature of the violation, the resident may be charged for damages or be required to go through the housing judicial process.