UMSI Central (777 North University)
Purpose
This space is intended to serve as a welcoming, inclusive, and flexible environment for UMSI students to gather, build community, and engage in a variety of activities that support their academic, professional, and personal development. Created to provide a dedicated student-centered space on Central Campus — as most of UMSI’s primary facilities and home base are now located on North Campus — this space offers opportunities for student organization meetings, small group project work, events, workshops, and a lounge for studying and connection outside of the classroom. While the primary focus is on student use, the space will also accommodate staff- and faculty-led events, as well as occasional hoteling needs for meetings. This shared, multipurpose environment is designed to foster a sense of belonging, encourage collaboration, and support a vibrant, engaged UMSI community across both campuses. Students are encouraged to drop-in to use this space. Teaching and course-related spaces, including GSI office hours, will be held at the Collegian.
Hours of Operation
During the academic year UMSI Central is open daily, Monday through Sunday, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. This space is only for UMSI students, staff, and faculty. It will be staffed Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Current UMSI students, staff, and faculty will have MCard access when the space is locked. Any users of the space must vacate the space by 8:00 PM each day.
During Spring / Summer UMSI Central will be closed and is available for use by reservation only.
Reservation Processes
The Great Room
- All reservations must be requested through the UMSI Robin Reservations system and follow the UMSI reservation guidelines and policies.
- UMSI reserves the right to decline any reservation if the space has been over-scheduled.
- This space is not fully private. Others may walk through the space to other study spaces in the lounge.
- This space is meant for larger events and meetings (Capacity: 40 people)
- UMSI staff, faculty, and UMSI-recognized student organizations can reserve this space. UMSI student organizations should contact [email protected] to reserve this space.
- Unless otherwise reserved, this space is available for student drop-in use.
Project Rooms [202, 204, 214, 215]
- All reservations must be requested through the UMSI Robin Reservations system and follow UMSI reservation policies.
- 202, 204, and 215 are meant for smaller group meetings (Capacity: 4-6 people.) 214 can hold up to 10 people. Teaching and course-related spaces, including GSI office hours, will be held at the Collegian.
- UMSI staff, students, and faculty can reserve these spaces.
Hoteling Offices [208, 210, 212, 217 (3 Desks)]
- All reservations must be requested through the UMSI Robin Reservations system and follow UMSI reservation policies.
- These rooms are meant for hoteling space or appointments for UMSI staff and faculty who are offering extra- or co-curricular student programs, providing student advising, or meeting with student organizations. Teaching and course related hoteling spaces, including GSI office hours, will be held at the Collegian.
- UMSI staff and faculty can reserve these spaces.
UMSI Student Organization Office [206]
- UMSI-recognized student organizations can reserve this space by contacting [email protected].
General Use Information
This space is intended to be a welcoming, shared environment that supports a variety of student-centered activities, including meetings, social events, workshops, and informal gatherings. UMSI students are encouraged to use the space for individual and group activities that foster community, collaboration, and personal well-being. While the primary focus is on student use, the space is also available for staff- and faculty-led events, as well as occasional hoteling and meetings. All users are expected to treat the space with care, be mindful of others, and leave the area clean and ready for the next group. Use of the space should align with UMSI’s values of inclusivity, respect, and community engagement. Additional guidelines for reservations, event hosting, and shared use are outlined in this document.
University of Michigan and UMSI Policies
Individuals reserving spaces in UMSI Central must follow all University of Michigan and UMSI space policies, including the Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Failure to comply with policies may result in an inability to use the space.
Kitchen Use
The kitchen area is available for UMSI students, staff, and faculty to store food for the day, use microwaves, and access shared paper products and dishware. UMSI students, staff, and faculty are welcome to use these amenities while being mindful of shared space expectations. All users are responsible for cleaning up after themselves, properly storing or disposing of food, and leaving the area tidy for others. Items left overnight may be discarded as part of regular kitchen maintenance.
Event Specific Guidelines
Individuals and groups reserving the Great Room in UMSI Central are required to accurately represent their event via the event title at the time of reservation. Requestors of the Great Room must supply their own event materials and room setup, and cleanup for their event.
Event Materials
Requesters of the Great Room should accurately represent their event via the event title at time of reservation. Please be mindful of picking or cleaning up any materials after your event, especially anything that fell to the floor.
Event Set-up and Clean-up
It is the responsibility of the individual / unit that reserves the space to set up and clean up their event. Event organizers should plan on arriving early to set up their space and reserve time to clean and put the space back together after an event.
Cleaning includes wiping tables free of spills, cleaning the floor if needed and discarding all trash in approved trash bins (and notifying the facilities team if there is need for new bags). Wiping down any whiteboards that are used and turning off any AV equipment. Any materials left in the space will be removed and discarded by UMSI staff and could affect your future reservations.
Decorations, flyers, etc. can be attached to walls with blue painter’s tape only. Do not adhere anything to the projector, screen(s), art, or whiteboards. All decorations and materials must be removed upon completion of the event; anything left in the space will be removed and discarded by UMSI Student Life or facilities staff. Decorations and/or displays must not compromise public safety or increase the risk of property damage, including not blocking access to fire exits. If you wish to advertise a future event, please contact [email protected] and we can work with you to promote the event.
Please exercise care during set-up and clean-up. Do not stand on tables or chairs. Be alert to slippery floor surfaces during clean-up.
Additional Furniture
Additional furniture is not allowed into UMSI Central. Please contact the UMSI Student Life ([email protected]) if you have questions.
Facilities Requests
If there is need for additional cleaning, such as overflowing trash or small spills, or issues with technology please complete a JIRA ticket to notify the UMSI facilities team, and email [email protected]. Additionally, if there are issues with lighting, air conditioning, heat, or the doors, the facilities team will be notified to address the problem.
Damages and Cleaning Issues
Failure to clean up and ready a room for subsequent use may result in a student organization or individual being ineligible to use or reserve the space in the future. Repeated incidents of failure to clean, or damage by a unit or an individual may result in denial of
future reservations.
Any questions on UMSI Central policy, specific use, or reservations please contact [email protected].