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For a complete list of information, please visit the Residence Life website. Information is available for New and Prospective Students, the new Sweetland Hall, applications, and much more!
General Information:
SMSU has 24 houses within 6 buildings, the Foundation Residence Apartments, and a new Residence Hall (Sweetland Hall)
Each house averages 30 to 40 students
A Resident Assistant (RA) is assigned to live in each house
All freshman are required to spend their first year on campus.
Nearly 900 students live on campus
Most freshmen live in double rooms
Upperclassmen can qualify for suites and rooms in the Foundation Residence Apartments
Will I have the opportunity to meet everyone in my Residence Hall?
Absolutely! The Resident Assistant (RA) for each hall schedules many fun and engaging ice breakers to get you to meet each other. There are also many other activities planned for early weeks of the semester and throughout the year such as comedians, tournaments, music, and athletic events that are great for getting out and meeting new people.
What does my room look like and what is included in it?
Six of the seven residence halls consist of four connected, vertical units or houses, each accommodating approximately 30-45 students. Each house unit has its own lounge, color television, individual mail boxes, and student rooms. Each residence hall has two kitchen facilities each equipped with a built-in microwave, counter space, sink, table and chairs, and stove. Accommodations include single, double, and multiple as double rooms, each of which is carpeted and provided with individual thermostat control, local telephone hook-up and service as well as TV-FM cable outlet and signal.
What should I bring for my room?
You should bring all of those special things that will make your room feel like home. Personalizing your room is strongly encouraged and we suggest that you bring your favorite things. Pictures and posters may be hung on the walls of your room using poster putty or other adhesive material that will not damage your walls. Other things you can bring include:
Can I loft my bed?
See Residence Life for more information about Lofting Guidelines
What are some fun things to do in the Residence Halls?
A wide range of activities are available to our residents. You will have the opportunity to participate in social, recreational, diversity, service, and educational programs. Many students keep busy with house councils, the Residence Hall Association (RHA), house & complex programs as well as weekly entertainment provided by the Student Activities Committee (SAC) in the form of comedians, musicians, and specialty acts. Intramurals, movies, dances and game shows are a few more activities frequently available. There are many other campus activities to become involved with.
For a complete list of Frequently Asked Questions, visit the Residence Life website.
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