Student Activities Building

Also known as: SAB

Student Activities Building is a student life building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 515 JEFFERSON ST, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's Central campus. The building has 3 floors. The building code is SAB, used in class schedules and room assignments. The building features elevator access, ramp access. It houses Conference Room 25, Conference Room 26, Courtyard Conference Room, Maize And Blue Auditoriums and 14 more. From the Diag, Student Activities Building is approximately 5 minutes walking west.

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1957 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Swanson Associates
• Style: Mid-Century Modern
• Named for: Not named for a person; built to centralize student organization offices on Central Campus
• Notable: One of few American college buildings designed primarily for student organizations
• Primary use: Student organizations, career services

Accessibility

• Elevator: Enter the building though the East entrance (from Maynard), go diagonally left, and follow the hallway. Make a right before entering the stairs, and the elevator will be on the left.
• Ramp Access: The ramp is located at the East entrance (from Maynard).

Departments & Services

• Conference Room 25
• Conference Room 26
• Courtyard Conference Room
• Maize And Blue Auditoriums
• Credit Evaluations
• Financial Aid Administration
• Housing Information
• Huetwell Visitor Center
• Office Of Financial Aid
• Office Of Undergraduate Admissions
• Student Employment Office
• Student Financial Operations 1
• University Career Center
• Undergraduate Admissions 1
• Wcbn Radio
• International Center 3
• Cashier S Office 1
• Office Of Academic Multicultural Initiatives

Nearby Buildings

• International Center 0 ft (0 m)
• Lipsey Student Publications Building 208 ft (64 m)
• Kelsey Museum of Archaeology 281 ft (86 m)
• Newberry Residence 286 ft (87 m)
• LSA Building 331 ft (101 m)

Other Student Life Buildings

• Burnham House
• Argus I Building
• Hill Auditorium
• Lurie Ann & Robert H. Tower
• Ginsberg Center

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Student Activities Building located?

Student Activities Building is located at 515 JEFFERSON ST on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.27654483333333, -83.74246868666665.

Is Student Activities Building wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Elevator access: Enter the building though the East entrance (from Maynard), go diagonally left, and follow the hallway. Make a right before entering the stairs, and the elevator will be on the left.. Ramp access: The ramp is located at the East entrance (from Maynard)..

What departments or services are in Student Activities Building?

Student Activities Building houses Conference Room 25, Conference Room 26, Courtyard Conference Room, Maize And Blue Auditoriums, Credit Evaluations, Financial Aid Administration, Housing Information, Huetwell Visitor Center, Office Of Financial Aid, Office Of Undergraduate Admissions, Student Employment Office, Student Financial Operations 1, University Career Center, Undergraduate Admissions 1, Wcbn Radio, and 3 more departments.

How many floors does Student Activities Building have?

Student Activities Building has 3 floors.

How do I find Student Activities Building on the University of Michigan campus?

Student Activities Building is located on Central Campus at 515 JEFFERSON ST. From the Diag, it is approximately 5 minutes walking west.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated April 15, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/student-activities-building