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Traditional Housing Options

The traditional residence halls are designed to provide a focus on community, getting to know a variety of people and developing friendships. There are established standards in place for cooperative living and a supportive learning environment.

Beckman Hall

A coed traditional residence hall at Loras College located on lower campus. Beckman has a rich heritage including the “Morgue” study lounge, Beckman fitness room, movie nights, academic incentive programs such as “Study Bucks” and the house system on each floor which fosters a harmonious community atmosphere.

Beckman Hall consists of primarily first year male and female students, within double occupancy rooms. Each floor has at least one Resident Advisor assigned to help out with the needs to residents. The Resident Advisor is an upper-class student trained to build and foster a community on the floor and in the building.

Accommodations:

  • Kitchen
  • Fitness Room
  • Study Basement Room
  • Study Lounge on each floor
  • Laundry facilities
    • Washers and Dryers
  • Recreation room
    • Pool table
    • Ping pong table
    • Lounge area
    • Television

Binz Hall

Another coed traditional residence hall is also located on the lower campus. Binz hosts events such as craft nights, flag football, and movie’n munch nights as well as offering “Study Bucks”.

Binz Hall consists of primarily second year male and female students, within two double rooms that share a private bath between that is shared by four students. Each floor has at least one Resident Advisor assigned to help out with the needs of residents. The Resident Advisor is an upper-class student trained to build and foster a community on the floor and in the building.

Accommodations:

  • Kitchen
  • Study Lounge on each floor
  • Laundry facilities
    • Washers and Dryers
    • Coin Machine
  • Recreation room
    • Exercise Equipment

Rohlman Hall

Another coed traditional residence hall on campus. It overlooks the Rock Bowl Stadium and is next door to the Graber Sports Center and the San Jose Pool. Rohlman Hall also houses the Rohlman Interfaith Chapel where students are able to attend services, meditate or play the piano. This residence hall provides the opportunity to become actively involved in Hall Council that hosts its annual Hall Olympics, decorating contest, Ms./Mr. Rohlman Pageant, Penny War$ and more!

Rohlman Hall consists of primarily first year residents, within single and double occupancy rooms. Each floor has one Resident Advisor assigned to help out with the needs of residents.  The Resident Advisor is an upper-class student trained to build and foster a community on the floor and in the building.

Accommodations:

  • Common Area Bathrooms
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
    • Washers and Dryers
  • Recreation room
    • Pool table
    • Ping pong table
    • Lounge area
    • Exercise Equipment

Visitation Complex

A unique residence hall located on upper campus a few blocks away from Keane Hall. The Visitation is made up of two buildings, South and North. The North Building houses males, while the South Building houses females and is also home to the Art and Music Departments. The “Vis” has a unique set-up as it is mostly single rooms, with the exception of a few double and triple rooms. There is also a 7-person apartment located in the basement of the South Building. Another interesting aspect is that a very diverse population lives in the Visitation, first-years, transfers and upperclassmen.

Each of the buildings has two resident advisors assigned to help out with the needs of the residents. The Resident Advisor is an upper-class student trained to build and foster a community on the floor and in the building.

Accommodations:

  • Kitchen on each floor
  • Study/Lounge area on each floor
  • Study/Lounge area with TV in each building
  • Laundry facilities
    • Washers and Dryers on each floor
    • Located in community bathrooms
  • Recreation room
    • Exercise Equipment

 

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