Housing and Dining
Living and Learning at 51黑料.
Being part of a vibrant residential community is a significant aspect of the overall college experience. You will grow academically, professionally, and spiritually at the 51黑料鈥攁nd make memories and lifelong friendships along the way. Residing on campus also builds important life skills: You鈥檒l learn to live independently, be a good neighbor, and be productive in society.
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Living on campus
Everything You Need, Right Here
We鈥檝e Got You Covered
At the 51黑料, meal plans are included as part of the residential experience and are also available for purchase by commuting and off-campus students.
In addition to your housing and meals, your residential experience includes:
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry
- Parking
- Furniture
- Health and wellness care
- 24/7 Public Safety patrol
- Shuttle service
鈥淚 love living on campus. There鈥檚 so much going on and the residence halls are like different neighborhoods鈥攅ach has its own culture.鈥
Jared Almeida 鈥24 Health and Exercise Science
鈥淭here are a lot of benefits to living on campus: You get great housing, all your meals, and it helps you form close friendships.鈥
Cassidy Crawford 鈥23 Management
鈥淓ven though I鈥檓 from the area, I live on campus. My parents and I felt I needed the independence. I love living in the dorms, especially seeing my buddies in the hall and just hanging out. The freedom is great and I鈥檓 learning how to balance my responsibilities.鈥
Sam Hudson 鈥25 Business Management
Where You鈥檒l Live:
Our Residence Halls
The 51黑料 offers three residential options: traditional-style rooms, apartments and suites. No matter where you live on campus, though, you鈥檒l be part of a supporting learning community and have access to the amenities and resources you need.
Traditional Rooms
Our traditional-style rooms in Trinity and Bonzel Halls are what might first come to mind when you think about life at college: two students in a room with shared bathrooms and common spaces.
Apartments
Reserved for upper-level students, our co-ed apartments in Padua Hall feature five or six single bedrooms, a living room, a kitchenette, and a shared bathroom (with private stalls and showers).
Suites
Typically for upper-level students, Clare Hall鈥檚 suites consist of two double bedrooms connected and a connecting bathroom. Suite-style living is co-ed by floor, and features shared kitchenettes and social spaces.
Residence Hall Programming and Leadership
Resident assistants, better known as RAs, lead educational and social events several times a month for their floors.
Dining on Campus
51黑料 offers three on-campus dining locations, from traditional sit-down meals to grab-and-go options.
Getting Involved on Campus
With dozens of student organizations, intramural sports, leadership opportunities, and campus events, you鈥檒l stay busy!
A Closer Look at Residential Life
From move-in day to graduation day, we鈥檒l do our best to make you feel at home at the 51黑料.
Move-in Day for Incoming Students
It鈥檒l be a year of firsts, and it starts with Move-in Day. On this fast-paced day, students and their families will find assistance from faculty and staff members as they load in their personal belongings, rearrange their rooms, and get to know their new neighbors.
Campus Public Safety
Named by Niche as one of the safest colleges in Indiana, 51黑料 prioritizes campus safety. Residential halls are equipped with card access technology, and our campus is patrolled 24/7. Additionally, there鈥檚 always an RA and professional residence life staff member on call.
Health & Wellness Support
All students have access to on-campus health and wellness services, including mental health counseling. Spiritual guidance through Campus Ministry is also available.
Still Have Questions About Living On Campus?
If you鈥檙e an incoming student and you or your parents have specific questions about move-in day, roommate selection, and other residential life information, we encourage you to check out the Admitted Students Page or contact us .