Comfort Centers on Campus

Aerial view of Michigan State University and East Lansing and surrounding cityscape on a sunny day. Tree-lined streets, academic buildings, residence halls, parking structures, and commercial buildings are spread across a densely green landscape. A large multi-level parking ramp occupies the foreground, while expansive green spaces and campus pathways extend into the distance beneath a blue sky with scattered clouds.

On campus and need a place to cool down from the heat? 

We've got you covered with comfort centers! 

Available During Open Building Hours

  • MSU Union
  • Wells Hall
  • International Center
  • Brody Hall
  • Student Recreation and Wellness Center Lobby*
  • Minskoff Pavilion

Available to Summer Residents and Conference Guests

River Trail Neighborhood

  • Owen Hall, first-floor center section

North Neighborhood

  • Snyder/Phillips Halls lounge outside Sparty's

South Neighborhood

  • Wonders Hall Kiva

* Visitors to the Student Recreation and Wellness Center must remain within the lobby area.

A grayscale campus map titled "Michigan State University Comfort Centers 2026" showing designated comfort center locations across Michigan State University's campus. The map includes a north arrow, major roads, waterways, and campus landmarks. Comfort centers available during open building hours are marked with lettered icons: A: MSU Union B: Wells Hall C: International Center D: Brody Hall E: Student Recreation and Wellness Center F: Minskoff Pavilion Additional comfort centers available to summer residents and conference guests are marked with numbered icons: 1: Owen Hall, first-floor center section (River Trail Neighborhood) 2: Snyder/Phillips Halls lounge outside Sparty's (North Neighborhood) 3: Wonders Hall Kiva (South Neighborhood) Each location is identified on the campus map with a corresponding letter or number marker. The Residential and Hospitality Services logo appears in the lower-right corner.

Author: Harley Brown