Residential Life

The Residential Life staff is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the residence halls. Our team of specially trained professionals and student staff are responsible for promoting the personal and academic success of students living in the residence halls. Through services, programs and activities, our staff members develop positive communities conducive to student growth and success. We are available to assist students with any concerns, including personal, academic and residential policy issues. The Office of Residential Life is located in Panther Hall, Room 126.

Student Programming and Academic Initiatives

The Residential Life staff is committed to providing an environment for students that is both enjoyable and educational. A variety of social programs are planned to help students meet one another and become acclimated to the university environment. Residents can also choose to attend workshops to learn more about the areas such as library research, term paper writing, test advising, and tutoring in the Academic Resource Center (ARC) located in Lakeview South Residence Hall (MMC). Academic tutors and advisors are available to provide individual and group tutoring. Professional academic advisors are available to assist students on academic matters. The Residential Life staff also sponsors programs to encourage and recognize academic achievements, including the annual Dean's list Gala.

Involvement Opportunities

Living on campus provides students with more than just a place to live. Residents can take advantage of the many opportunities to get involved in the campus and housing community. There are many programs and activities to attend. Our residents even help in the planning of events that are of particular interest to them. In addition, there are various organization in which residents can join. Several of these groups serve as a representative voice for the residents of Housing and also plan various social and community service events. The Residence Hall Association (RHA) provides an opportunity for students to become involved in issues concerning the residence halls through Village/Hall Councils.

The Residence Hall Association is the umbrella organization for Towers Council, Everglades Council, Lakeview Village Council, Panther Hall Council, Univeristy Apartments Council, Bay Vista Hall Council and National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH). RHA is the voice of residents to the Student Government Association and both the housing and university administrative staff. RHA is open to all residents and provides students opportunities to create, plan, support, and participate in housing and campus activities.

Academic Resource Center (ARC)

The Academic Resource Center is the place to go for all things related to your academic success as a resident. You will find quiet study spaces, academic success workshops and undergraduate academic advising. The ARC is home to the A-Team, the residential tutors who are here to help you in subjects varying from math, sciences, business and writing. Take charge of your academic success and visit the ARC. The ARC is located at Lakeview South, Room 133.