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LIVE WITH US Living on campus puts you in the middle of the Big E community. EKU Housing & Residence Life aims to make you feel at home, right here on campus. Everything you need is close, including the lifelong friends you will meet. Helping you succeed is at the core of every experience offered on campus — especially your living experience. Students who live on campus average higher GPAs and are more likely to graduate in four years. Through Housing & Residence Life programs and activities, you will have opportunities to embrace your individual identity, develop friendships and make connections that will last a lifetime.
LIVE COMFORTABLE, CONVENIENT AND CONNECTED • Convenient Locations • Free Laundry Facilities • Free Wi-Fi Internet • Furnished Rooms • In-Hall Computer Labs • In-Hall Programs and Activities • 24/7 On-Call Staff *
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RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION The Eastern Kentucky University Residence Hall Association (RHA) is the primary governing body of students living on campus. All students living on campus are members of RHA, but you can be more involved by serving as a leader of your community! RHA’s leadership is comprised of a general assembly of representatives and an executive board of elected student officers who provide overall guidance, direction and vision for RHA. By serving in one of these roles, you gain experience in student leadership and professional development, advocacy and decision-making, as well as programming and community building across residential populations.
BENEFITS OF LIVING ON CAMPUS MORE INTERACTIONS WITH FACULTY AND STAFF Through our Faculty In Residence program, it has never been easier to make connections with EKU faculty and staff. MORE ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE You have easy access to academic assistance from resident advisors and peer mentors living in your hall! MORE SCHOLARSHIPS When you live on campus, your merit scholarships are worth 25 percent more!
GROWTH. PERSPECTIVE. COMMUNITY. When you live on campus, you join the network of opportunities designed to promote
your growth, increase your perspective, and grow your community. The staff in Housing & Residence Life design events in each of these categories that enhance your EKU experience.
COLONEL CHATS Your resident advisor wants to hear from you! Several times per semester, your RA will ask you about your time on campus, and make suggestions based on your responses. By talking to your RA in Colonel Chats, you provide information that helps us improve and customize student engagement.
GPC (GROWTH, PERSPECTIVE AND COMMUNITY) EVENTS GPC Events are fun, all-hall gatherings designed around one of the three core elements of the residential curriculum – growth, perspective and community. You might find yourself tie-dyeing, making s’mores, or doing outdoor yoga while learning about topics like self-care, campus resources, and cultural appreciation.
COMMUNITY BUILDERS It’s easy to meet your fellow floor residents when you attend a Community Builder. These Community Builders, held by your RA, are relaxing and fun social occasions where you can make new friends. Think gaming tournaments, movie nights, and long chats on the patio.
SIGNATURE EVENTS Each semester, Housing & Residence Life hosts campus-wide events that are wellloved traditions at EKU. Show off your skills at Eastern’s Got Talent or challenge yourself to learn more about the big issues students face at Students Honoring Others with Everyday Struggles.
FACULTY IN RESIDENCE Martin Hall is home to our Faculty in Residence program, one of the few such programs in the state of Kentucky. Faculty members apply for a three year rotation in which they live in Martin Hall and assist with events, host intellectual discussions and fireside chats, and are available to help students with their academics.
EXPERIENCE EKU At EKU, Housing & Residence Life is much more than just where you sleep. It is where your college experience begins! The campus community is filled with students just like you who aim to get involved and make the most of their college experience. With 12 residence halls and a variety of room styles to choose from, you’re sure to feel right at home. You will have the opportunity to select your EKU living space. See the Next Steps section at the end of this booklet to learn how to apply for housing and select your room. You can learn more about available housing options at housing.eku.edu.
WHAT’S INCLUDED? One of the great benefits of living on campus is that your space is furnished! There’s no need to move big, heavy items on move-in day – just bring yourself and some decorations to make EKU feel like home! Furniture Provided • Bed frame & mattress • Desk & chair • Dresser or wardrobe Utilities & Hall Amenities • In-hall study and computer lounges • Free Wi-Fi access • Free on-campus laundry facilities • In-hall kitchens • 24/7 on-call staff *
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LIVING LEARNING Living Learning Communities (LLCs) give you a chance to meet friends, find study partners and become connected to peers with the same interests as you! Don’t miss your chance to enhance your campus living experience — Choose ‘Join an LLC’ on your Housing Application! Visit the LLC page at housing.eku.edu to learn more about these communities and how you can get involved. *
LLCs are subject to change
American Sign Language (ASL) – For students who are an ASL native signer, plan to be an American Sign Language and Interpreter Education (ASLIE) major, or are fluent in ASL and who want to engage themselves in ASL and Deaf culture.
Colonel’s Barracks – For students participating in the ROTC program at EKU and who want to develop as leaders within a close-knit community.
Colonel Pride – For students who wish to live in and advocate for a safe environment for gender identity, sexuality and expression, as well as students who are allies for LGBTQ+ issues. The space will serve as a think tank for ways to solve social injustice on campus.
Education – For students majoring in education, who want to take advantage of research, development and educational leadership opportunities. Students will receive advice on becoming educators, while participating in fun activities with other community members.
First Colonel – For students who are the first in their family to attend college and who want to live with others exploring what it means to be a successful college student.
Flight Deck – For students majoring in aviation and who want to connect with students, faculty, staff and professionals in the aviation industry.
Forensic Science – For students majoring in the forensic sciences and who want to engage in multiple opportunities to interact and connect with forensic science faculty, staff and professionals.
Freshman Academy – For students accepted into the Freshman Academy program, looking to make connections with faculty and staff outside of the classroom.
Health Sciences – For students accepted into the College of Health Sciences who want to build connections with faculty and explore professional development experiences.
Honors – For students accepted into the honors program who want to live and learn together in a tight-knit community and engage through monthly Honors Hours and a variety of social events based on student interests.
Justice & Safety – For students majoring in justice studies and safety, security and emergency management who want to live with other students in their major and enhance their college experience through unique and fun events.
NOVA – For students in the NOVA program, this community aims to enhance the student experience with additional resources and a peer mentor who helps guide students through their college experience.
Outdoor Pursuits – For students who enjoy engaging in the outdoors and want to live with other students interested in exploring the beautiful landscapes of the Commonwealth and joining Campus Rec experiences.
PGA/Golf Management – For students majoring in professional golf management who want to live with others in the program and connect with faculty, staff and golf professionals.
LIVING STYLES When you live on campus, you make the most out of your Eastern experience. At EKU you have a variety of living options, from traditional budget-friendly spaces to individual singlespace apartments. No matter your style preference or budget, there is a place at EKU for you to call home!
TRADITIONAL & ENHANCED SPACES Traditional spaces offer students all the basics, and enhanced traditional spaces offer sinks in each room.
Traditional spaces available in: • Keene Hall • Palmer Hall • Sullivan Hall Enhanced Traditional spaces available in: • Burnam Hall • McGregor Hall • Clay Hall • Walters Hall
TRADITIONAL SPACE
ENHANCED TRADITIONAL SPACE
TRADITIONAL & SIMPLE SUITES Traditional and Simple Suite spaces offer two bedrooms connected by a full bathroom which is shared between four students.
Traditional Suites available in: • Burnam Hall • Telford Hall Simple Suites available in: • Martin Hall • North Hall
TRADITIONAL SUITE
SIMPLE SUITE
SUPER SUITES Available in: • Martin Hall
• North Hall
• South Hall* ( Sophomores+)
Super Suites offer four-person spaces with students sharing two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchenette and a living space.
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Super Suites in South Hall offer one bathroom.
SINGLE SUITES Available in: • South Hall* ( Sophomores+) Single Suite spaces include four single bedrooms with a full bathroom. These spaces share a living area and kitchenette.
APARTMENTS Available in: • Grand Campus Apartments ( Juniors+) Exclusively available to EKU juniors, seniors and graduate students, apartment spaces offer students individual bedrooms and bathrooms along with a shared living space, full kitchen and laundry room.
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BURNAM HALL Located beside the Case Dining facility, students enjoy a beautiful view of the Ravine and a centralized location to many campus activities. Room Types: Enhanced Traditional, Traditional Suite Bed Size: Twin XL
CLAY HALL Located in the heart of campus, Clay Hall offers conveniences in both location and amenities. Room Type: Enhanced Traditional Bed Size: Twin XL
GRAND CAMPUS Exclusively available to EKU juniors, seniors and graduate students, Grand Campus is a perfect blend of campus life and apartment-style living. Room Type: Apartment Bed Size: Full
KEENE HALL Keene Hall offers a location near the Business & Technology Center, the College of Justice, Safety, and Military Science, and the Perkins Building. This hall features many indoor and outdoor social spaces. Room Type: Traditional Bed Size: Twin XL
MARTIN HALL Overlooking the Carloftis Gardens, Martin Hall offers beautiful scenery and a great location near the Crabbe Library and Powell Student Center. Room Types: Simple Suite, Super Suite Bed Sizes: Twin XL (Simple Suite), Full XL (Super Suite)
“EKU feels like my home because I came to the United States when I was 15. Home is where my friends and the people that I really care about are, and that place is EKU.” Eyouel Mekonnen ENGLISH/PUBLIC RELATIONS MAJOR STUDENT BODY PRESIDENT
McGREGOR HALL Centrally located in the heart of EKU, McGregor Hall is convenient to the Powell Student Center and Crabbe Library. Room Type: Enhanced Traditional Bed Size: Twin XL
NORTH HALL Located between Telford and South Halls, North Hall is convenient to the Science Building, Case Dining Hall and Powell Student Center. Room Types: Simple Suite, Super Suite Bed Sizes: Twin XL (Simple Suite), Full XL (Super Suite)
“My favorite memory is by far living in Palmer Hall my freshman year. It seemed that everyone in that residence hall were friends and I made many friends that will last me a lifetime at Palmer. It made being away from home a lot easier.” Kayla Lewis CLASS OF 2020 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
PALMER HALL Palmer Hall, a mainly firstyear student residence, offers a central location with easy access to academic buildings, the Campus Recreation Center and Powell Student Center. Room Type: Traditional Bed Size: Twin XL
SOUTH HALL Exclusively for sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students, South Hall offers a centralized location right next to the Science Building. Room Types: Super Suites, Single Suites Bed Size: Twin XL
SULLIVAN HALL Take in the view of the historic Ravine from the front porch of Sullivan Hall. Enjoy a central location and homestyle living in a close-knit community. Room Type: Traditional Bed Size: Twin XL
TELFORD HALL Located near the Science Building, Telford Hall offers convenient parking and a community atmosphere. Room Type: Traditional Suite Bed Size: Twin
WALTERS HALL Walters Hall is a welcoming community with plenty of space for socializing, programs and events. Room Type: Enhanced Traditional
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Bed Size: Twin XL
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MEET FELLOW EKU STUDENTS It’s easy to meet fellow EKU residents before you even get to campus! Prior to applying for housing, you can meet other future students looking for roommates or just find others with similar interests through our social media groups!
NEXT STEPS • Apply for Housing • Activate your EKU email – Before you can complete your housing application, you must activate your EKU email. You will receive your username and temporary password along with instructions in your acceptance letter to EKU. • Complete the Housing Application – After you’ve activated your email, log into the housing application found at housing.eku.edu. The application for housing opens in December. • Choose Your Roommate and Space – At the beginning of June, first-year students will be able to match with a roommate and select their campus living space! Check your EKU email daily to see when you are eligible to choose your space.
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