About Magers Hall
Magers Hall isn’t just a place to live; it is a place where responsible leaders are shaped. The hall
currently features a literary theme with houses named after recognizable tales. Magers Hall
provides students with a relaxed atmosphere that promotes individuality and “small group”
identity, where students can write their own stories. It is described by its residents as a generally
quiet, comfortable, and “homey” atmosphere.
Magers Hall shared bedroom suite floor plan is pictured here. A majority of rooms in Magers Hall are shared bedroom suites.
Each hall in The Quad has their own courtyard, pictured above.
In the shared bedroom suites, residents share their living and sleeping space, as pictured here.
The Magers Hall lobby connects to the Wildcat Fit Zone. This is the on-campus workout facility for students only. Here, with a fitness pass, students can workout, take classes, and rent fat tire bikes.
Magers Hall single room with private bath floorplan is pictured here. There is an extremely limited number of single rooms with private bath in Magers Hall.
Magers Hall Government
Vision Statement: A fun-loving, supportive community that prides itself on crating new traditions and lasting relationships.
Mission Statement: This is not just a place to live. Magers Hall is a place where responsible leaders are shaped. Our relaxed atmosphere offers a balance between social and academic success. We have pride in individuality while still thriving as a connected community. Come to a residence hall where you will build relationships that will last the rest of your life.
History: Magers Hall opened in 1966 and is named after Mildred Magers, an NMU French professor who was known for her love of teaching and helping students.
More about Magers Hall
Traditions:
- Campus-wide Halloween Party
- CROM – college prom
- Fondue night
Interesting Facts:
- Magers was the first hall to be renovated in a housing renovation project that began in 2005.
- The houses in Magers are named after literary works.
- In fall 2006, a bull moose ran into the window of the first floor laundry room, breaking two panes of glass before running into the woods.
- Magers Hall was the last hall to have a “House Mother,” Mrs. Marion MacLean. Her son is currently on the NMU alumni board.
- The women of Magers Hall in the 1970’s were the “Winfester” champions in broomball and snow sculptures.