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Campus is Fired Up and ready. Are you? See where you'll live, all your dining options and even explore student groups to join.

Check out these common questions about campus life.

    The East, South and Towers Housing Communities
    As a campus resident, you’ll be part of a housing community that brings together several different residence halls or apartments. Each housing community give you access to a residence hall director/residence director, a care advocate and an assistant director.

    Living Learning Communities
    Live in community with students who share your interests. Focusing on everything from music to engineering to public service and beyond, our living learning communities give you a built-in support system.

    Interest areas of LLC: Business, Education and Human Services, Health Professions, Honors, Leader Advancement, MAC Scholars, Public Service, Music, Science and Engineering.

    Glad you asked!

    Familiar eats on campus
    Starbucks, Einstein Bros Bagels, Ponder, Idli Dosa Indian Restaurant, Shake Smart, Ignite Donuts, Slim Chickens, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, Subway, Which Which and Build pizza by design.

    Buffet style or made-to-order options on campus
    Breakfast bars, pizza and pasta, grilled food, bowl recipes made to order (without wheat, gluten and the top 9 allergens), deli, salad bar, vegetarian and vegan selections and a dessert station.

    There are also around 100 restaurants in the Mount Pleasant area to try, not including fast food.

    For starters, student tickets to CMU's Division 1 athletic events are free. There are plenty of student organizations to join (300+), including club and intramural sports. You'll have access to the fitness center's pool, hot tub, sauna, weight room and much more.

    There are also around 500 events that take place locally every year, like concerts, festivals, farmers markets, art walks and more.

    Find your people

    Picture this: Around 300 student organizations, 45+ club sports and 30+ intramural sports. If you want to meet people with similar interests, you can find a registered student organization for that.

    search STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

    Make connections with CMU Greek life, build your network with pre-professional organizations or boot up with our eSports team! There is at least one organization for every area of study, plus ones for social justice, community service and leadership.

    Have an idea for a group that isn’t there? You can start one!

    Make a difference

    Getting involved is a part of your education. Being active in the CMU community is all about meeting new people, hearing their stories and learning how to work with others.

    Find new friends while making a positive impact through community service and volunteering. Spend time giving back to the Mount Pleasant community with the Mary Ellen Brandell Volunteer Center

    Want to help out somewhere else in the world? CMU is also a national leader in alternative breaks, giving you the chance to volunteer locally and globally.

    Find out how you can get involved and don't miss out on this huge part of #LifeAtCentral!

    Aerial photo of Towers Community at Central Michigan University.

    Housing

    There are 17 residence halls on campus. Something else that sets us apart – there are no community bathrooms in student housing at CMU. We get it.

    There are also 9 Living Learning Communities open to incoming freshmen who have specific interests – business, health, public service and more. Here, you can live where you learn and learn where you live. Competitive scholarship recipients will also be placed in the Honors Program Living Learning Community.

    EXPLORE LIVING ON CAMPUS

    Student at CMU Dining facility

    Dining

    Each residential community has a connected restaurant, so you’re never more than a quick stroll to your next meal. 

    Pull up a chair! Try our 3 residential dining restaurants. Want something specific? Other dining options across campus include Build Pizza, Freddie’s, Slim Chickens and Shake Smart. Looking for coffee? We have Starbucks, Ponder Coffee and Einstein Bros. Bagels. Need a snack on the go? Grab some fuel at one of our 2 markets on campus.

    Food is important to learning, and we believe no student should worry about their next meal. The CMU Student Food Pantry is there to help.

    See CMU Dining

    CMU Alumni and Friends Cruise to Christmas Markets

    Details:

    Travel back through centuries as you stroll along cobblestone streets in grand European cities adorned with twinkling Christmas trees and charming wooden market stalls filled with handcrafted treasures. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and scents of the season — sparkling lights, angelic carolers, hot mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, sausages and sweet treats of every kind. Book by October 5, 2026, in order to take advantage of these special rates. 

    ❗️Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Experience some of Europe’s most iconic Christmas Markets: 
    Nuremberg’s Christkindlesmarkt – Germany’s largest and oldest
    Regensburg’s Artisan Market at Thurn & Taxis Castle – one of Bavaria’s most romantic castles
    Vienna’s stunning Christmas Markets appearing around every corner 
    Budapest’s traditional handmade holiday market 

    Enjoy the sights, sounds, and scents of the season — sparkling lights, angelic carolers, hot mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, sausages and sweet treats of every kind. Book by October 5, 2026, in order to take advantage of these special rates.

    📎  Click HERE to view the full itinerary 

    🚢 Cruise Details 

    Departs | Monday, November 29, 2027  
    Returns | Monday, December 6, 2027 

    Sailing aboard AmaWaterways’ AmaBella 
    (Enchanting Danuabe River Itinerary) 

    📎 Please review this document for full ship details and room layouts. 

    🛏 Stateroom Pricing (Per Person, Double Occupancy) 
    **Airfare is NOT included in pricing below

    Piano Deck 
    Fixed Windows | 170 sq. ft. 
    Category D & E – $4,299 

    Violin & Cello Decks 
    French Balcony* | 170 sq. ft. 
    Category C – $5,668

    Cello Deck 
    French + Outside Balcony | 210 sq. ft. 
    Category BB – $6,208 

    Violin Deck 
    French + Outside Balcony | 210 sq. ft. 
    Category BA – $6,388 

    Cello Deck 
    - French + Outside Balcony | 235 sq. ft. 
    Category AB – $6,568 

    Violin Deck 
    French + Outside Balcony | 235 sq. ft. 
    Category AA – $6,748 

    Suite – Violin Deck 
    French + Outside Balcony | 350 sq. ft. 
    $7,998 

    *French Balcony windows open but do not provide exterior step-out space. 

    ❗️Important Cabin Info
    All rooms require a $850.00 per person deposit to reserve your spot
    LIMITED single rooms available 
    Port Charges and gratuities are included
    All travelers must be 21 years of age or older

    ✅Book by October 5, 2026

    To reserve your spot today, contact: 
    Kim Barber '10 
    Travel Consultant. Globetrotter Travel 
    517-920-0465 | kimbarber@my.globetrottertravel.com 

    *Please ask Kim about insurance and the pre/post-cruise travel options.

    Date: November 29 - December 6
    Time: All Day
    Sponsor: Alumni Relations
    Contact: Alumni Relations alumni@cmich.edu 989-774-3312
    RSVP BY: October 5
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