ATMs are located on the first floor of the Student Union next to the University Bookstore with Affinity Plus, U.S. Bank, TCF Bank, and ProGrowth Bank as participating financial institutions. TCF Bank also has an ATM located by the Campus Hub.
There are emergency telephones installed in multiple locations around campus, including most parking lots. These phones are identified by blue lights and provide a direct line to Security. For a map of locations of the emergency phones, stop by the Campus Hub or contact Security at 507-389-2111.
Students who have not previously lived on campus at Minnesota State University, Mankato are strongly encouraged to do so. Living in the residence halls is a benefit to students in several ways. Residents can easily meet people and make friends, have timely access to information, and enjoy the convenience of living right on campus. On-campus residents also generally perform better academically and are more likely to graduate. Housing applications and contract information are available from the Department of Residential Life, 111 Carkoski Commons, 507-389-1011. The email address is reslife@mnsu.edu.
Residents who wish to live with others who share a common interest, lifestyle, and/or academic major may choose from among a variety of Common Interest Floors. Such floors include quiet study, coed, upper-class, engineering, intercultural, outdoor recreation, health and fitness, and substance free. There are multiple meal plans from which to choose, depending on your dining needs. All residence halls are open during academic year breaks.
Universities all across America are designing special programs to enhance the success of first year students. Minnesota State University, Mankato has studied these efforts and created Maverick Hall, a unique residential learning environment. First year students choosing to live in Maverick Hall will find themselves part of a vibrant academic community that combines specialized academic resources and rich educational opportunities. Maverick Hall provides a friendly, supportive environment that helps students orient themselves to the University community.
Groups of 15 to 25 students who take two to four fall semester courses together can live on the same residence hall floor in a Learning Community. Participants have the opportunity to develop lasting friendships with students who share common interests and to interact with select campus faculty. Learning Communities are open to all first-year students.
Over 1,000 social and educational activities are offered by the staff and students in the residence halls each year. The opportunities for social interaction, recreation, and personal development allow residents to make the most of their University experience. Residence hall staff also assist residents with such things as academic and personal concerns, community development, and policy/procedural questions.
The Overnight Safety Monitor program is designed to provide an added level of safety in the residence halls from 11:00 P.M. – 8:00 A.M. Overnight Safety Monitors keep a watchful eye on the residence halls by making interior and exterior rounds of the buildings and by ensuring appropriate personnel are contacted to respond to situations. Overnight Safety Monitors are in direct radio contact with University Security and can be contacted by residents via telephone.
Knowing the residence hall policies can save you money and grief, so see the section, "Statement of Student Responsibilities," and read the Residence Hall Student Guide. If you did not get a copy when you moved in, ask for one from your community advisor.
Student Leadership Development and Service-Learning provides information for students who are interested in off-campus housing. Students may receive a printout from a computer database of housing vacancies and students looking for subleasers/roommates. Currently enrolled students may list their housing vacancies at no charge while non-students pay a $5.00 fee. There is also an apartment complex list that has information about various apartment complexes that rent to Minnesota State Mankato students.
Minnesota State University, Mankato students are required to obtain a MavCard and carry it whenever present on campus. You can get your MavCard at the MavCard Office, 117 Centennial Student Union. If currently enrolled, your MavCard allows you to check out Memorial Library books and materials, check out computer workstations in the Academic Computer Center, attend athletic events and various student activities for free admission or at reduced prices, and is used by Campus Dining Services for your Residence Hall meal plan. Your MavCard also has additional functions such as electronic vending and ATM/Debit Card features in conjunction with TCF Bank, our MavCard banking partner.
If your MavCard is damaged, lost, or stolen, there is a $15 replacement fee. There is no charge to replace a defective MavCard; it will be repaired or replaced at the MavCard Office. Remember to take your MavCard wherever you go. Security will request assistance from the Mankato Department of Public Safety in cases of persons without identification and/or refusing to leave the premises.
There are designated Lost and Found drops at departments in each building on campus. For a complete list of building lost and found drops, contact University Security. Items turned into department drops are forwarded to University Security weekly with the exception of MavCards (forwarded to the MavCard Office, 507-389-1707, 117 Centennial Student Union), and computer disks (forwarded to the Academic Computer Center, 507-389-5160, 121 Wissink Center), and residence hall room keys (forwarded to Residential Life Office, 507-389-1011, 111 Carkoski Commons).
For information about parking on campus, please visit the Parking and Transportation Services website. Some of the information you will find includes:
You can also visit the Campus Hub in Centennial Student Union for purchase of permits, current rates, parking maps, and detailed information on the various types of permits available. Information can also be accessed by visiting the Parking and Transportation Services website.
Pets, with the exception of service dogs trained to assist people with disabilities, are not allowed in residence halls or in University buildings, facilities, and recreational areas. Pets are allowed on outside grounds if watched and under the direct control of the owner, who is responsible for "cleaning up" after the pet. If you live off campus, dogs and cats must be licensed and have a veterinarian's certificate for proof of rabies vaccination. If you have a complaint or if your pet has been impounded, contact the Law Enforcement Center, 710 South Front Street, Mankato.
Looking for something to brighten up your room? Try growing a plant. The least expensive way to start is to get slips, cuttings from a plant, or try the University greenhouse. You can also buy potted plants and cut flowers at the Centennial Student Union Court weekly.
Minnesota State has one radio station. KMSU 89.7 FM public radio, located in the Alumni Foundation Center, offers news, and a wide variety of music. Students can gain radio experience as reporters, board operators, announcers, and writers under professional guidance. Call 507-389-5678 or visit the KMSU website for additional information.
Minnesota State University recycles all types of paper as well as commingled recyclables, which include plastic, glass, and various metals including aluminum. Hardcover books cannot be recycled unless the covers are removed. Soft-cover books may be recycled. Spiral-bound books should have the spiral binding removed prior to recycling. Building Services, 507-389-6804 is responsible for Minnesota State Mankato's recycling program. The Building Services website for more information.
If you are making an on-campus call ( i.e. Crawford to the Union) drop the 507-389 prefix and dial the last four digits of the phone number. If you need the campus operator, dial 0. When dialing off-campus, dial 9 first, then the whole phone number.
If you receive a nuisance or harassing phone call, you may have that call traced. The following are the instructions to follow when attempting to trace a phone call from campus:
Although you may hear a recording instructing you to dial 911 to report the call, if you are on campus you should dial 2111 for Security to initiate the report. If the police are to be notified, they will be called after Security arrives at the location of the complaint.
A call trace costs $1 each time the service is used, regardless of whether or not it is reported to Security. If the call was not able to be traced, you will hear a recording indicating the inability to trace the call.
If you are receiving telephone calls off campus that are harassing or causing you concern, you can enact a call tracing procedure. Immediately after hanging up from the call you desire to trace, pick up the receiver, press *57, and follow the directions given to you. You will need to contact the Mankato Department of Public Safety in order to obtain further information concerning the call trace.
Currently there is no air service to Mankato.
Post a card on the Rideboard if you need a ride or are willing to offer a ride to someone else. Rideboard is located outside the Student Activities office in 173 Centennial Student Union, 507-389-6076. Cards are available in the Student Activities Student Union.
This service in Mankato and North Mankato is provided for eligible persons with disabilities that result in special mobility concerns. Call 507-625-RIDE for information and reservations.
Stomper Express provides direct service between the campus, Old Navy, Wal-Mart, and River Hills Mall. Stomper Express is free with a MavCard or $1.25 without student ID. The service runs Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings.
Car will not start? Locked your keys in your car? Battery jump starts and door unlocks are provided free of charge on University property by Parking and Traffic Services. If a Parking and Traffic Service Officer is not available, Security officers may elect to provide service, but are not required to provide this service. Vehicle registration proof of insurance and personal identification must be provided. A waiver releasing the University from liability is to be completed. To request these services, call 507-389-2111 to have an available officer dispatched to assist you.
Attending college in Minnesota can become interesting during the winter months. Listen to or watch local radio and television stations to find out if the weather has caused a cancellation of Minnesota State University classes: AM radio KYSM 1230, KTOE 1420; FM radio KMSU 89.7, KXLP 93.3, KDOG 96.7, KEEZ 99.1, KYSM 103.5; television WCCO ch. 4, KEYC ch. 12 (10 on cable), KARE ch. 11, KSTP ch. 5, and KMSP ch. 9. You may also call Minnesota State Information at 507-389-2463. Please do not call the Security Emergency number (507-389-2111) for weather-related information, as this number is dedicated for emergencies and Security related calls. A Web site has been set up with current weather information and can be accessed at www.mnsu.edu/weather. You may also call 800-542-0220 or 345-8900 for information on Minnesota road conditions or log on to http://511mn.org.
An emergency building coordinator has been designated for each building listed. A tornado shelter location for each building on campus is also listed. In the event of severe weather, it is recommended that each building coordinator have access to a portable AM/FM radio in order to follow weather updates.
Note: Sirens are tested first Wednesday of each month at 1 P.M.
| Building | Location |
|---|---|
| Alumni Foundation Center | 1st floor restrooms, break room, mail room, and inner hallway. Alternate Phone-a-thon room |
| Andreas Observatory | Under the telescope, corridor and restrooms |
| Armstrong Hall | Basement corridors, restrooms, and classrooms #4, 29, 38A, & 45 |
| Blakeslee Stadium | Grounds Shop west bleachers |
| Carkoski Commons | North and West basement corridors |
| Conkling Art Gallery | Conkling Occupants should use Nelson Hall shelters |
| Crawford Complex (Residence Hall) | Laundry room in Crawford Complex, North & West basement corridors in Carkoski Commons basement |
| Gage Complex (Residence Hall) | Interior restrooms, kitchens and A&B stairs on floors 1-7 |
| Highland Complex | HC 1700 and HC 1702 |
| Highland North | Highland North West corridor near locker rooms, additional location in Highland Complex and Trafton |
| McElroy Complex (Residence Hall) | McElroy laundry rooms, basement corridor to H & I wings and McElroy service tunnel (access through F, G, H, & I basements) |
| Memorial Library | Stairwells - basement level |
| Morris Hall & MH Addition | East stairwell - first floor landing and basement, MH 102, MH 103, and MH east stairwell |
| Nelson Hall | Lower level - corridor and restroom |
| Performing Arts Center & Andreas Theatre | Basement north and south corridors, restrooms and SW practice rooms #125-142, and Andreas Theatre basement |
| Pennington Hall | Restrooms |
| Student Union & Addition | Basement includes bowling alley, billiards, table tennis, game room.* Student Leadership Area* Secondary shelter for after hours in the NW corner stairwell |
| Taylor Center | Basement: Corridors and stairwells |
| Trafton Center | First floor corridor, center lecture hall rooms #C121-C124. Away from the windows |
| Trafton East | First floor corridor south wall outside rooms #E120-E123 and restrooms |
| Utility Plant | Restroom |
| Wiecking Center | Basement mechanical room |
| Wigley Administration Center | 1st floor restrooms, additional location in the Student Union Basement includes bowling alley, billiards, table tennis, game room, and restrooms |
| Wissink Hall | Academic Computer Center classrooms #115-116 and #125-125A, and restrooms (266), additional locations in Trafton Science Center first floor corridor and center lecture halls. |
