Learn what it means to be a good neighbor by experiencing MNU’s residential life, meeting your forever friends, and making great memories.
“About 60% of our students live in campus housing. Every residence hall has a Resident Educator (RE) who lives in the building and works to give you a great experience! The RE and staff of student Resident Assistants host monthly hall and dorm events and spend time getting to know students on the hall, for a dorm experience of shared community and connection.
Traditional-style, female-only, underclassmen residence hall with rooms designed for either two or three students. There are 52 rooms in Rice and 52 in Stockton connected by a common lobby. The lobby includes a shared kitchen and living space. Each room comes equipped with bunk beds, dressers and desks. Rooms are equipped with WiFi. Each floor has two communal bathrooms a common living area. Free laundry can be found on both floors in Stockton and in Rice.
Resident Educator – Dacia Magee
It’s fun to furnish your space. As you prepare for your arrival on campus, make sure you have everything you need and leave behind items we don’t allow. Use the lists below to help you make decisions.
Note: students living in Draper, Ramsey, and Spindle will have access to a full kitchen in their dorm lobby and may consider bringing pots, pans, and other cooking/baking supplies. Uphaus, Stockton, and Rice have a smaller kitchen area with a stove/oven available for student use.
To maintain a safe environment, we don’t permit you to bring:
*You may, however, store your hunting firearms and all weapons with the campus police office. Weapons by definition include hunting knives, swords, martial arts equipment, fencing gear, balloon launchers, potato guns, and any item that shoots a projectile that is not named “Nerf”.
Located in the Cunningham Center’s Wylie Dining Commons, our dining service is committed to providing top-notch hospitality while accommodating all your dining needs. Pioneer College Caterers is proud to provide a wide variety of cafeteria-style foods prepared fresh throughout the day. Various menus are created to make each dining experience pleasing and enjoyable. We are confident you will find the quality of the food and service to be outstanding
Enjoy the perks of working on campus and short shifts, while working to build your resume. We are always looking for smiling faces to join the dining services student team. Stop by the dining hall and speak with a dining services manager.
Each mealtime requires a single scan for entry to the dining hall for either buffet-style dining or one hot carry-out meal.
Dining services are available every day of the week while classes are in session. They are closed during Thanksgiving break, Christmas break, Spring break, and Easter.
Commuter students and other guests may purchase meals per visit or set up a declining balance connected with their student ID.
Exchange meals are considered a single meal at Pete’s Place in lieu of a dining hall meal. A Pete’s exchange meal consists of a single Grab & Go meal selection or hot meal available after 7:00pm.
Only one meal or exchange meal may be taken during a meal period.
There are 20 meal periods throughout the week. Students must present an active campus ID for dining hall entry.
Meal Period | Meal Period Times | Meal Offerings | Offering Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
Breakfast | 7:00AM – 10:30AM | Hot Breakfast
Continental Breakfast | 7:00AM – 9:00AM
9:00AM – 10:30AM |
Lunch | 11:00AM – 5:00PM | CLOSED for Reset
Lunch Light Lunch | 10:30AM – 11:00AM
11:00AM – 2:00PM 2:00PM – 5:00PM |
Dinner | 5:00PM – 10:30PM | Dinner
Pete’s Place | 5:00PM – 7:00PM
7:00PM – 10:30PM |
The Cafeteria is closed during chapel from 9:30am – 10:30am on Tuesday and Thursday. | |||
Meal Period | Meal Period Times | Meal Offerings | Offering Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
Lunch | 11:00AM – 1:00PM | Lunch | 11:00AM – 1:00PM |
Dinner | 5:00PM – 6:00PM | Dinner | 5:00PM – 6:00PM |
Meal Period | Meal Period Times | Meal Offerings | Offering Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
Breakfast | 8:15AM – 9:15AM | Continental Breakfast | 8:15AM – 9:15AM |
Lunch | 11:30AM – 1:30PM | Lunch | 11:30AM – 1:30PM |
Dinner | 5:00PM – 10:30PM | Dinner
Pete’s Place | 5:00PM – 6:00PM
6:00PM – 10:30PM |
We offer a variety of foods in the dining hall located in Cunningham Center.
Look for the GF (Gluten Free), Lactose Free, and Vegetarian logos to identify diet specific offerings.
Pete’s Place is conveniently located inside the Cunningham Center. Choose from a variety of great barista-made beverages, salads, sandwiches and snacks. Comfortable seating just outside Pete’s, is our way of saying, “Stay awhile…and relax!”
We accept cash, Mastercard, VISA, and Apple Pay. Students on a meal plan can also use their MNU ID card to purchase items at Pete’s Place.
Hours
Monday – Friday: 7:00AM—10:30PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 6:00AM – 10:30PM
The student lounge at our university is a vibrant and welcoming space designed for both relaxation and productivity. It features a variety of amenities to cater to different student needs, including a collection of games for some friendly competition, a projector for watching shows and movies, and comfortable seating areas perfect for hanging out with friends. For those looking to study, there are quiet corners and tables available, ensuring a conducive environment for academic work. Whether you want to unwind after classes, catch up on the latest episodes of your favorite series, or focus on your studies, the student lounge offers the perfect setting to balance work and leisure.
The student collaboration spaces on the second floor of our student center are designed to foster teamwork and individual productivity. These areas are perfect for group meetings or solo study sessions, with various seating arrangements including booths that offer privacy and comfort. Each space is equipped with charging stations to keep devices powered throughout the day. The abundance of windows ensures plenty of natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re working on a group project or need a quiet spot to concentrate, these collaboration spaces provide the ideal environment to meet your academic needs.
