Gender Neutral Housing

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Jackson College is committed to providing a welcoming environment where all students can learn, work, and thrive. We strive to create a campus community that respects and supports everyone.

As part of this commitment, we offer gender-neutral housing options in Maroon Hall and Campus View, allowing students to choose a living arrangement that best fits their needs.

How to sign up for gender-neutral housing
You must complete the Housing Application and indicate that you are interested in Gender-Neutral Housing to be considered.
- Assignments may vary based on student needs, application date, and availability. If you are interested in a gender-neutral room, please send an email to jchousing@kongtiao11.com . As with all living spaces, students are encouraged to apply and request Gender Neutral Housing early.
- If you have any questions about this process or would like to discuss your interest or preferences, please contact the housing office at jchousing@kongtiao11.com or 517.990.1392.
Gender-neutral housing values and rules
Housing assignments for students are guided by the following values and rules:
- Respect for affirmation of gender identity and/or gender expression.
- Attention to student’s physical and emotional safety and health.
- Gender-Neutral Housing is available in Maroon Hall and Campus View only.
- Once a room or suite is designated as gender-neutral, it will remain gender-neutral for the duration of the academic year. In the event of a vacancy, the housing office will fill the vacancy first with an individual who consents to living in a gender-neutral space.
- Students will not be automatically placed in a gender-neutral room or suite. Being assigned to a gender neutral suite is an “opt-in” only option.
- Jackson College Residence life encourages students to discuss gender-neutral housing options with their parents/guardians before selecting gender-neutral housing. However, all students who are 18 or older can sign their own housing contracts and information cannot be shared with parents/guardians without explicit written consent.
- There is no price penalty for gender-neutral housing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gender inclusive housing agreement

Gender Inclusive Housing provides an opportunity for a living environment welcoming to all gender identities and isn’t limited to traditional gender binary. This environment allows for same-gender, opposite-gender, non-gender, or other gender identities to cohabitate as roommates regardless of biological sex in a platonic environment to feel physically and emotionally safe and supported.

It is the choice of the student as to communication with parent(s) or family members about their decision to live in gender inclusive housing. Residence life encourages this discussion between parents or family members about this choice so that there is an understanding of the living environment.

Notes to consider:

Students who wish to live in a multi-suite with someone of a different biological sex must utilize this agreement and process.
All suitemates must sign this agreement.
Once a room or suite is designated as gender-inclusive, it will remain gender-inclusive for the duration of the academic year. In the event of a vacancy, Housing will fill the vacancy first with an individual who consents to living in a gender-inclusive environment.

Roommate Request(s)

All roommates must have completed and turned in the Gender Inclusive Housing Agreement. Signing below indicates your agreement with the procedures and policies listed on this agreement form but also with Residence Life policies.

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Please make sure that you complete the Housing Application and return this agreement to Housing Staff at jchousing@kongtiao11.com or 21111 Emmons Rd, c/o Housing, Jackson, MI 49201 at the time of applying for housing..