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Eastern Illinois University

EIU Department of Housing

HOUSING COMMUNITIES

With 11 residence halls, 2 apartment complexes (University Court and University Apartments), and Greek Court, you’ll be sure to find a housing option that fits your needs. Living on campus is a wonderful experience for our students and our communities. Rest assured, when you live with us on campus, we care about you as a member of the Panther Family. We are all in on your success! 

Residential Learning Communities

Eastern Illinois University approaches residence hall living more uniquely than some institutions. Upon arrival, you will quickly discover that our halls are made up of a series of Residential Learning Communities rather than floors.

What is a Residential Learning Community?

In simple terms, these communities enhance our students’ lives by providing tools for academic success, developing interpersonal skills, and the chance to explore leadership, social justice, and community engagement opportunities. Residential Learning Communities are shaped by the core values of University Housing & Dining Services:
• Learning: Provide students with the tools necessary to excel in a positive learning environment while supporting the individual goals of each student.
• Respect: Utilize the utmost care and concern to appreciate individuals through our words and actions.
• Community: Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for students and staff where individuals are valued, appreciated, and accepted.
• Integrity: Encourage students and staff to uphold the ideals of honesty, professionalism, and responsibility.
• Leadership: Provide an environment that instills the need to take an active role in the community. 

Your Role in the Community

Most of us had our entire lifetime to become accustomed to our family’s expectations and rules for living in our home. Attending EIU and living within the Residential Learning Communities offers some unique opportunities and challenges that require each student to understand his/her multiple roles in ensuring the success of the community. 

Staff Member's Role in the Community

Each of the Residential Learning Communities has a Resident Assistant to provide support and assistance to the community. This individual has become familiar with the campus environment through involvement and training. The primary role of the Resident Assistant is to get to know the individuals living within the community. They also assist in creating a living environment where people have fun while learning to understand and appreciate the many people who interact with them daily.

There are other staff members who do not live directly in your learning community. These individuals focus on building a cohesive community amongst the multiple units that make up a building/complex. These individuals are known as Complex Directors and Associate Resident Directors. Like the Resident Assistants, they can be an excellent resource.

Living Learning Communities

Some floors in our buildings hold extra opportunities to feel a part of the community. View our different Living Learning Communities and what they have to offer.

ROOM TYPES

Each Housing community has different room types.  All rooms come with sets of furniture that remain in the room regardless of which room type is chosen.  Check out each community to see what rooms are offered where!

Physical Single Room
A physical single is a residence hall room designed to house one student. Available in Andrews, Lawson, Thomas, Taylor, and Pemberton. There are 77 Physical Single rooms available on campus.
Double Room
A double room is a residence hall room designed to house two students.  Available in every residence hall.
Double as a Single Room
A double as a single is a residence hall room designed to house two students but reserved for one for an additional fee.  Available in every residence hall.
Deluxe Double Room
A deluxe double room is a residence hall room designed to house two students for an additional fee, as the room has a larger square-footage measurement.  Available in Pemberton, Lincoln, Powell-Norton, Ford, McKinney, Weller, and Thomas.  There are 46 Deluxe Double rooms available on campus.
Triple Room
A triple room is a residence hall room designed to house three students. Available in Andrews and Lawson.  There are 14 Triple rooms available on campus.
Triple as a Double Room
A triple as a double is a residence hall room designed to house three students but reserved for two for an additional fee. Available in Andrews and Lawson.
Suites
Available in Stevenson Hall and Greek Court only. Please visit the individual building page for a specific room setup.

RESIDENCE HALLS

Andrews

Andrews Hall

An all-female, nine-story building with laundry facilities on each floor and community style bathrooms.

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Ford

Ford Hall

One of three smaller communities collectively known as the Triad. This two-story building has co-ed floors with single-gender rooms and all-gender bathrooms.

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Lawson

Lawson Hall

A co-ed-by-floor, nine-story building with laundry facilities on each floor and community style bathrooms. Additionally, it’s one of five halls that is open during breaks and is connected to South Quad Dining.

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Lincoln

Lincoln Hall

An all-female, four-story building with pod-style bathrooms, sharing common facilities, including a front desk, with Stevenson and Powell-Norton Halls. Additionally, it’s one of five halls that is open during breaks.

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McKinney

McKinney Hall

One of three smaller communities collectively known as the Triad. This two-story building has co-ed floors with single-gender rooms and all-gender bathrooms.

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Pemberton

Pemberton Hall

All-female, four-story building located on the northwest corner of campus. Pemberton Hall is the oldest female residence hall in the state of Illinois and is a historical landmark. 

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Powell-Norton Hall

An all-male, four-story building with pod-style bathrooms, sharing common facilities, including a front desk, with Lincoln and Stevenson Halls. Additionally, it’s one of five halls that is open during breaks.

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Stevenson

Stevenson Hall

A ten-story, co-ed building consisting of two and three-bedroom suites with a semi-private bathroom and living room. This building is for students with 30 completed post high school credit hours or 21 years of age, recommended for transfer students.  Male and female residents can live in single-gender or mixed-gender suites. Stevenson Hall Dining is located on the lower level of this building.

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Taylor

Taylor Hall

A co-ed by floor, five-story building with community style bathrooms. This building is connected to South Quad Dining.

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Thomas

Thomas Hall

A co-ed-by-floor, four-story building and community style bathrooms. Additionally, it’s one of five halls that is open during breaks.

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Weller

Weller Hall

Central to campus and is one of three smaller communities collectively known as the Triad. This two-story building is co-ed by wing and is next to the Library, University Union, and a computer lab. 

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OTHER HOUSING COMMUNITIES

Greek Court

Greek Court

Eastern Illinois University's on-campus fraternity and sorority housing complex. Must be a current EIU student affiliated with the Greek organization to live in this complex.

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UCourt

University Court

Fully furnished two-bedroom apartments that combine the benefit of on-campus housing with the comforts of apartment living. University Court residents must have at least 30 post high school credits or turn 21 years old during the school year.

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UApts

University Apartments

Fully furnished apartments designed to meet the needs of student families and single graduate students.

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CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT

Housing & Dining Services

217-581-5111
housing@eiu.edu