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Information About Residence Hall Living at Roanoke College

Each hall:

  • has either central air or an air conditioner-unit in each room
  • is smoke-free
  • is closed during all College breaks, except for Afton, Elizabeth hall, and Chalmers
  • has free, unlimited Internet access
  • has free laundry machines
  • have formal and informal quiet hours.
  • has housekeeping services that are provided for the buildings' common areas.
  • are staffed by Resident Advisors, (applications for RA positions are available spring semester).
  • has a kitchen

Most halls:

  • have vending and snack machines
  • have a common area lounge with a TV

Every room has:

  • a smoke detector
  • at least one window
  • cable and computer hook ups
  • beds that are extra-long twin (you'll be contacted by On Campus Marketing, a company that sells extra-long linens later in the summer)

 Please remember that:

  • pets are not allowed (except for fish)
  • furniture may not be removed from rooms
  • you may change rooms, availability permitting, after a 2-week period. Different buildings and room types may have a different cost, information regarding this is located here
  • the College is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal belongings; report any valuables on your renters insurance or guardians' homeowners policy
  • outdoor bike racks are provided
  • the College does not provide linens
  • resident students are required to purchase the meal plan
  • tickets for the Railyard Dogs and current movies showing in area theaters can be purchased in the Colket Center
  • microfridges (refrigerator/microwave units) are available for rent
  • if you'd like to purchase your own microwave, it must be 900 watts or less and UL approved
  • if you'd like to purchase your own refrigerator, it must be 3.9 cubic feet or less
  • all students are permitted to register cars through campus safety
  • parking is available for all students
  • all resident students are members of their Neighborhood Council (elections for officers are held in September)
  • the number for Campus Safety is 375-2310 (x2310 on campus); they are available 24 hours per day
  • guests may not stay in any residence hall room for more than 3 days and 2 nights without permission from the Residence Life & Housing staff.  In designated residence halls, overnight guests of the opposite sex are prohibited and must vacate between the hours of 3 am and 10 am

Other Information:

  • Bring your hiking boots; the opportunities for outdoor adventures are numerous
  • Several computer labs are available on campus
  • A Campus Safety escort will be provided after dark if requested
  • There is no curfew (but treat this privilege wisely)
  • All students have free access to Bast Gym and Cregger Fitness Center
  • Chances are your roommate's just as excited about meeting you; give him/her a call
  • You can always find a friendly face in the Roanoke College Community
  • Mac & Bob's is a favorite restaurant among students; owned and operated by a RC alumnus, it is within easy walking distance
  • There are plenty of restaurants, convenience stores, pharmacies, and discount stores within easy walking distance of campus