ResHall Special Features
Bike Locker Storage
Many students bring their bicycles to campus and may choose to rent a bike locker from the Office of Residence Life. These special storage compartments are located next to residence halls and are completely enclosed units with lockable doors.
Big Screen Televisions
All residence halls have big screen televisions located in the basement for student use at no charge.
Cable Television Services
The Office of Residence Life owns and operates a cable television service, which provides all residence hall students with a campus cable channel, a movie channel, and 65 other cable channels. Each student room has a cable connection, but to utilize this system, you will need to supply a standard coaxial cable. Cable Television Services publishes campus announcements and offers free blockbuster movies throughout the semester.
Reception Desk
Each residence hall has a reception desk that is staffed during afternoon and evening hours. This is where you can get your mail, ask questions, and check out a wide variety of tools, games, and equipment.
University Fitness Center
Residence Life is proud of University Fitness. Located in the basement of Wells Hall, University Fitness is fully equipped with state-of-the-art weight lifting and aerobic conditioning equipment. University Fitness also offers an extensive array of programs including Aerobic Dance Classes, Step Aerobics, individual and group contests / events and educational classes. Most importantly, University Fitness provides a trained staff ready to assist you in developing an effective fitness program and healthier lifestyle. Membership and service information can be obtained by calling University Fitness at 472-1260.
Membership in the Fitness Center is available at a very reasonable cost, and will assist you in developing the discipline and skills that will lead to a healthier lifestyle. For more detailed information, please contact the University Fitness Center.
Carpet
Every residence hall is furnished with completely carpeted hallways which cut down on the noise in the building. All residence hall rooms on campus are fully carpeted.
Laundry Facilities
The basement of each residence hall features a laundry room which is equipped with washers and dryers that can be operated with coins or Purple Points on the HawkCard. Each laundry room also offers a change machine.
Pool Tables
Pool tables are located in many of the residence halls. Equipment can be checked out from the front desk, or students may choose their own. The tables are conveniently located in the basement of the hall.
Appliances
Many students like to bring appliances and cooking equipment from home for making late-night snacks and goodies. Some types of equipment are permitted in the residence hall rooms, but other appliances are not because they are considered a fire hazard. Those items that are allowed are refrigerators up to 4.7 cubic feet, microwaves(maximum 900 Watts), and popcorn poppers. Appliances that you should leave at home include toasters, electric frying pans, sandwich grills, hot plates, waffle irons, etc. Each residence hall features a kitchen with a stove and oven for student use.
Vending Machines
Vending machines are located in every residence hall on campus. Soda, juice and snack machines are found in the basement of the low-rise halls and on the first floor and basement of the Wells Complex. Vending purchases can also be made with Purple Points on a HawkCard.
Computer Labs/Access
Residence Life has computer labs in all of the Residence Halls on campus. All labs provide access to the most popular software and e-mail functions. In addition, the campus provides student storage so students are able to access their files from anywhere on or off campus. See their page for more details.
Telephones
Room telephone services will not be provided as part of your residence hall room rate effective August 1, 2008. We encourage residence hall students to make use of cell phones. Telephones for emergency use will also be made available on the first floor of each residence hall. There is an option to add room telephone service for an additional charge. The specific details are available at: PHONE INFORMATION
Pianos
Most halls are equipped with pianos in the basement. Students can use them by signing up at the front desk and checking out a key.