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Fall Move-In
Summary of Fall Move-In
Housing Rates
Packing List for On-Campus Housing
It is recommended that students bring the following items when they move in. All items should be coordinated with roommates prior to moving in.
SPSS Access and Download Instructions
Information on how to access and download SPSS statistical software, including licensing instructions.
Furniture Dimensions & Lofting Instructions
Furniture Dimensions & Lofting Instructions
Applying for On-Campus Housing
How to apply for housing for freshmen, first-years, returning students, transfers, and graduate students.
How to Connect to a STRATUS Remote Desktop Session
How to connect to STRATUS from a Windows or macOS device.
Early or Late Move In
Information guide with details about arriving to campus housing on a different day or time than assigned.
Getting Started with STRATUS
How to Clear Your Browser Cache, Cookies, and History
Follow these instructions to clear cache, cookies, and browser history in either a Mac or PC. Clearing cache often resolves many issues when using Blackboard.
How to Login to Blackboard, the Learning Management System (LMS)
Details on how to login to Blackboard, the Learning Management System (LMS) at GVSU including troubleshooting steps if there are any issues.
Roommate Agreement
How to set up and submit a successful roommate agreement.
Move-In Guide
A guide on how to prepare, navigate and have fun during Move-In at GVSU.
Residential Building Addresses
List of residential building addresses for both GVSU campuses.
HRL Community Living Standards
The Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Office of Housing and Residence Life (HRL) upholds all state, local, and federal laws as well as the GVSU Student Code and all documented University Policies. Housing policies are designed to support the mission and goals of HRL. Violation of the housing-specific policies and procedures outlined below may result in referral through the HRL Conduct Process and/or referred to the Office of Student Conduct.
Managing Email on iPhone and iPad
If you're suddenly unable to access your mail on your iPhone or iPad, or things aren't working quite as expected, this guide can help you troubleshoot your issue by removing and re-adding your account on your device.
Duo | How to Sign Up
Instructions on how to sign-up and activate your Duo account
Amenities
Check out the list of Amenities provided by GVSU Housing and Residence Life.
Student - Edit Your Profile in Blackboard Learn with the Ultra Experience
This article explains how students can edit their profiles in Blackboard Ultra.
LastPass | Getting Started
This article describes the steps needed to request LastPass and how to get started with the installation process
Adobe Acrobat Pro Installation Instructions for Faculty & Staff
Instructions for installing Adobe Acrobat Pro for faculty and staff who purchase a license through the IT Technology Supply Office.
COVID-19 Information
GVSU Housing COVID-19 Information for Vaccinated Students, Non-Vaccinated Students, Quarantine Resources, and Isolation Resources.
Duo | Connecting a New Phone to Duo Mobile
Instructions for setting up Duo on a new mobile device, only if you still have access to your old mobile device.
Housing FAQ's
First-Year Housing Assignments