“The co-op gives members an opportunity to strive towards their goals and see potential while working in a system of circle economy and sharing. As a co-owner, the SHC has given me many opportunities to advance the organization through sustainability, diversity, and a sense of family known to none other than the members of this caring community.”
Evan Morton, Orion House
“The beautiful part about living in a co-op is you never really feel alone. Being part of the co-op makes everything the tiniest bit more bearable. There was, and is, no shortage of kindness, support, and camaraderie despite that physical distance that separates us.”
Elizabeth Price, Raft Hill
“All of my best college years memories have involved the coops. I met all of my best friends through the SHC, experienced experiences I never expected to experience, and grew so much in my time here.”
Yes! SHC bedrooms are furnished as much as you want them to be. You can request any and all of the following items in advance of your move-in: – Twin Mattress – Bed frame / box spring – Desk – Chair – Dresser
How do I know which room I’ll have in the house?
For most of our houses, signing a Contract for Membership and Occupancy grants you a space in a house, but not a specific room. In these cases, houses have their own policies for determining room picks and seniority. This is an excellent question to ask when touring a house you’re interested in!
How do meals work?
Houses decide whether or not they’ll have a shared meal program as a part of their budgeting process. Each house does it differently, and these programs can change from year to year! Another great question to ask when touring.
The Spartan Housing Cooperative (SHC) is a non-profit, autonomous organization providing an affordable off-campus housing option to the Greater Lansing community.
240+
Members
20
Houses
80+
Years
Houses vary from 5 to 29 members, each with their own character and history. Our name honors our historical affiliation with Michigan State University, where we remain a registered student organization. However, we operate independently from the university with additional requirements and guidelines for membership.
