Other Services
Welcome Bags
The CRC kicks off MSU’s fall semester by assembling and distributing “welcome bags” to East Lansing neighborhoods with heavy off-campus student populations. The bags include information about living in East Lansing, including:
- Important safety and health insurance
- City ordinances and services
- A map of downtown East Lansing including recreational and service locations and
- Publications from various MSU departments and organizations
Housing Fair
In October, the CRC joins MSU’s Department of Student Life to educate MSU students about housing options and responsibilities of off-campus living.
The Housing Fair includes:
- Community resources from police and fire, to utility and insurance company representatives to answer students’ questions and offer helpful information
- Numerous rental property owners and management firms of all size who provide information on their available properties
- Information that attracts and educates hundreds of students interested in living off-campus
Communication
The CRC is often called upon to facilitate community discussions about issues of concern or interest as the CRC is a neutral gathering place for all stakeholders in the community who share a desire for a stronger and healthier East Lansing.
Incoming Students
The CRC reaches out to new MSU students and parents through the Academic Oreination Program (AOP) by providing information to incoming students about being a part of the East Lansing community.
Landlord Information
The CRC periodically hosts sessions for property owners in East Lansing about ordinances, safety isues and other ways they can help to make this a healthier community.
Dispute Resolution
Disbute resolution services are also available to people in East Lansing who have an issue they believe might be resolved through mediation. For more information contact the Dispute Resolution Center of Central Michigan at (517) 485-2274.
