Campus
Most of the SMSU campus was constructed between 1965 and 1973 according to a unified plan. The brick and concrete buildings are interconnected via tunnels and enclosed walkways, providing a continuous and controlled environment during both summer and winter. The residence halls unfortunately are not connected. There are many courtyards with gardens between the buildings. The campus is virtually barrier free, allowing easy access to students in wheelchairs.
The university's residence halls were named by the students during the late 1960s, and reflect various themes and values of the times, e.g. Aquarius, Casa Futura, Methedras and Kama Sutra. Armstrong Hall was named after astronaut, Neil Armstrong in honor of his trip to the moon in 1969. Manchester Hall was named after pop singer, Melissa Manchester after a concert she gave on campus.
There are no fraternities or sororities on campus in order to promote a safe and friendly environment for all students.
The Southwest Marketing Advisory Center (SMAC) is located on the campus of Southwest Minnesota State University. Specifically the second floor of the Science and Technology building room 203. SMAC is a self-funded entity within the academic marketing program at Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU). It's mission is to service the marketing and research needs of Southwest Minnesota, while giving “real-world” experience to the junior, senior and graduate-level student employees.
Each student attending Southwest Minnesota State University pays a .43 cent per credit fee to fund the Minnesota State University Student Association, a student lead non-profit that advocates on behalf of all Minnesota state university students.
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