Living in Ann Arbor
Contrary to the popular belief of many students, there is more to Ann Arbor than just the University. With about 110,000 residents, Ann Arbor combines big city excitement with small town charm. Many of the recreational and educational facilities provided by the city are described in detail later. Ann Arbor has a lot to offer, and you are encouraged to get off campus and explore the city.
A source of general information is the Ann Arbor Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, 120 W. Huron St. (995-7281). Several publications can also provide more information about Ann Arbor. The Ann Arbor Observer is a monthly magazine with feature stories and a comprehensive events listing. This publication is usually available to students during the Welcome to Michigan program.
Housing
Michigan’s student housing options are as numerous as they are varied. The Housing Information Office can provide you with information regarding all of your housing options.
Entertainment
Movies There are several commercial movie houses in Ann Arbor. These theaters show "first-run" movies at the prices you can expect to pay in a city. In addition, there are…
Museums, Galleries, and Libraries
University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) 525 South State St. Phone: 763-UMMA Founded in 1946, UMMA is considered one of the most important university art museums in the country.…
Shopping
Ann Arbor has a number of different shopping areas. Closest to Central Campus are the shopping districts around State Street and on South University. In general, stores in this area may tend to be expensive because of their proximity to campus. The Main Street area has some unique shops in addition to a few established Ann Arbor institutions. Shopping centers on North Campus are located near the intersections of Plymouth Road and Murfin Road, Nixon Road, or Huron Parkway.
Parking and Transportation
Parking and Transportation Services 508 Thompson Street Phone: 764-8291 Web: Parking and Transportation Services E-mail: umpark@umich.edu Very little parking is available for student use, and students are strongly advised to…
Safety
Here are some common sense suggestions to help you try to ensure your personal safety and the safety of your property.