First-Year Residence Halls
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Residence Hall Features and Amenities
The convenient residence hall amenity fee covers the following features:
- In-room access to the University Wireless Internet
- Unlimited use of the laundry facilities in each residence hall
- Microfridge (refrigerator, freezer, and microwave unit) in each room
- Access to complimentary high definition cable (88 channels)
- Air Conditioning provided in every Residence Hall
Founders Hall
Founders Hall was renovated during Summer 2018. The remodel of Founders includes updated bathrooms, electronic keycard access for every room, laundry located on every floor, an updated kitchen, and new lounge furniture.
Founders Hall, conveniently located in close proximity to the Library and Academic building, features double occupancy rooms housing 160 first-year residents. This residence hall is co-ed by floor. The lower level lounge offers use of a full-service kitchen, large screen TV, pool table and a ping pong table. A study area for residents’ use is located on the first floor. Founders Hall is an alcohol-free environment. Average room dimensions are 13' x 12'.
- First-Year hall
- Traditional style setting
- Double rooms
- Co-ed by floor
- Alcohol-free
- Building amenities include common lounge, pool table, ping pong table, vending machines, TV, kitchen and laundry
- Total occupancy: 160 students
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Name: Erin Cunningham
Major: MBA Master's in Business Administration. Received my Bachelors in Aviation Administration and Public Policy
Year in school: First year in graduate school
Favorite TV show or movie: New Girl and Numb3rs
Hobbies: Reading, traveling, and trying new foods
Why you became an RLC: I became an RLC to help support the Reslife team and guide the RAs through training and difficult situations that will arise. I look forward to working with those equally passionate to support their residents academically, socially, and mentally that provide them with the best experience possible at ²¨É«µ¥Ë«. As an RLC I strive to build a community that is safe and welcoming to all.
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Name: Husam Aldajah
Major: Biology
Year in school: Sophomore
Favorite Movie: Prison Break
Hobbies: Volleyball, working out at the gym, watching movies
Why you became an RA: I became an RA to support students throughout college life, be better connected to the ²¨É«µ¥Ë« community, and gain valuable skills and experiences I will carry with me for the rest of my life. |
Name: Grace Barnes
Major: Aviation Flight Technology
Year in school:Â Sophomore
Favorite TV show or movie: Criminal Minds or S.W.A.T.
Hobbies: Reading
Why you became an RA: I became an RA to be able to help the school community and to gain more experience in leadership roles. |
Name: Emily Lindemann
Major: Physics and Aerospace Engineering
Year in school:Â Sophomore
Favorite TV show or movie: NCIS
Hobbies: Mountain Biking with my brother, reading, and watching hockey
Why you became an RA: I really want to help incoming first-year make the smoothest transition into college life they can so they can have the best experience at ²¨É«µ¥Ë«. Living away from home for the first time is a little daunting, so I want to make sure that each student can feel at home while they're away. |
Name: Jimmy Sommerville
Major: Special education
Year in school: Sophomore
Favorite Movie: Breaking Bad
Hobbies: I play on the lacrosse team here at ²¨É«µ¥Ë«
Why you became an RA: To help ensure everyone has a good experience living in the residence halls. |
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Sheil Hall
This unique residence hall is the oldest building on campus and still well suited for first-year style community living. Sheil Hall offers double occupancy rooms for 140 first-year residents. This residence hall is co-ed by floor. A lower level lounge features a large screen TV, pool table, and a ping pong table. while the second floor lounge provides a full-service kitchen and study area. Sheil hall is in close proximity to the JFK Student Recreation and Fitness Center, Charlie’s Place, Memorial Hall, and Chapel. Several coaches from ²¨É«µ¥Ë« Athletics have their offices and the men’s lacrosse team has their locker room in the lower level of Sheil Hall. Sheil Hall is an alcohol-free environment. Average room dimensions starting at 10'2" x 10'.
- First-year hall
- Traditional style setting
- Double rooms
- Co-ed by floor
- Alcohol-free
- Building amenities include common lounge, pool table, ping pong table, vending machines, TV, kitchen and laundry
- Total occupancy: 123 students
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Name: Jamie McGinnes
Major: Finance
Year in school: Graduate
Favorite TV show or movie: Hunger Games/Prison Break
Hobbies: Playing/watching soccer, running and spending time with friends.
Why you became an RLC: To engage and connect with the campus environment at ²¨É«µ¥Ë«, whilst creating a safe and supportive community for the students on campus. I will work alongside my fellow RLC's and RA's collaboratively to ensure the best possible living experience is provided within the residence halls on campus.
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Name: Sofia Haro
Major: Forensic Criminal Investigation
Year in school: Sophomore
Favorite Movie: Mama Mia!
Hobbies: Running, listening to music, animal crossing, podcasts
Why you became an RA: I became an RA to become more engaged in ²¨É«µ¥Ë«. Being an RA allows you to connect with other students as well as help others which helps make ²¨É«µ¥Ë« feel like a community. |
Name: Jayme Momie
Major: Human Resources Management
Year in school: Junior
Favorite TV show or movie: Manifest
Hobbies: Reading, writing, exercising, listening to music, gardening, watching movies, and road tripping
Why you became an RA: I became an RA to create a safe space for students in the residence halls, as well as making sure that the residents have a warm and welcoming environment within the community. Also, I became an RA to spread diversity through the residence halls by creating different programs to learn about new cultures and different backgrounds. |
Name: Nicolas Paredes
Major: Computer science
Year in school: Senior
Favorite Movie: Dragon Ball Z
Hobbies: Basketball/Video games
Why you became an RA: I became an RA to better connect with everyone on campus and create a safe space for all to be around. |
Name: Sebastian Stoerzer
Major: Aviation Flight Technology
Year in school: Sophomore
Favorite TV show or movie: The Green Mile, South Park, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
Hobbies: Running, going to the gym, going on walks, yoga, cooking
Why you became an RA: Being in college is an unforgettable experience in your life, and I want to help students have a memorable and great time at ²¨É«µ¥Ë« and in the residence halls. I also know from experience how important it is to have good RAs and wish to build upon that. |
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South Hall
South Hall features single occupancy rooms for 40 first-year residents. Study lounges are available on each floor, and a full-service kitchen is located on the fourth floor. This residence hall is co-ed by floor. South Hall is adjacent to the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, convenient for nursing majors. South Hall is an alcohol-free environment. Average room dimensions are 8'4" x 12'
- First-year hall
- Traditional style setting
- Single rooms
- Co-ed by floor
- Rooms include a personal sink
- Alcohol-free
- Building amenities include common lounges, foosball table, ping pong table, vending machines, TV, kitchen and laundry
- Total occupancy: 40 students
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Name: Jamie McGinnes
Major: Finance
Year in school: Graduate
Favorite TV show or movie: Hunger Games/Prison Break
Hobbies: Playing/watching soccer, running and spending time with friends.
Why you became an RLC: To engage and connect with the campus environment at ²¨É«µ¥Ë«, whilst creating a safe and supportive community for the students on campus. I will work alongside my fellow RLC's and RA's collaboratively to ensure the best possible living experience is provided within the residence halls on campus.
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Name: Jason Bunales
Major: Accounting and Business Administration
Year in school: Sophomore
Favorite TV show or movie: The Emperor’s New Groove
Hobbies: Playing Volleyball and Working Out
Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I wanted to be a support resource for residents on campus, helping them feel welcomed on campus and help develop the sense of community on campus. |
Name: Daisy Vargas
Major: Biology
Year in school: sophomore
Favorite TV show or movie: Chicago Med
Hobbies: I like to read, practice archery, and hangout with my friends in my free time.
Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I wanted to become more involved on campus and meet new people! |
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