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Residence buildings at Colorado College are more than places to "hang your hat". The halls serve as places for extra-curricular activities and social events that are an integral part of life on this residential campus. Residential living provides a consistent, steady base amidst a frequently variable and often hectic lifestyle dictated by the Block Plan. The community development and building of lasting friendships made possible by campus residential living are crucial aspects of the Colorado College experience...enjoy!
Since so much of the CC experience happens outside of the classroom, living on campus is a large part of each student’s CC experience. There are many benefits to living on campus—close proximity to academic and extracurricular activities, the opportunities to develop close friendships with neighbors, access to college resources and staff, and the shared experiences that students create with their peers. In order to benefit from these shared experiences, students have a responsibility to determine how they will uphold the Colorado College values within their living communities. Students are expected to align their behavior with the values of the college as they travel on their educational journey and determine their own standards of behavior and ethics.
All students are required to live in college housing until granted off-campus status as seniors except students who are 23 years or older, military veterans, students living at home with their parent/guardian, students who are married, and students with dependent children living with them. Since approximately 80% of Colorado College students live in one of the 24 residence halls, apartment buildings, or small houses, we offer a vide variety in the type of communities: single-sex as well as coeducational areas; substance free areas where students can live without the influence of alcohol or drugs; recently renovated modern buildings; and halls which are on the National Register of Historic Buildings; and apartments for seniors and some junior students.
Our staff utilizes a residential curriculum (similar to a course curriculum) where students are provided with developmental opportunities in which they can engage themselves intellectually, socially, and personally to learn about life outside the classroom.
-During their first year on campus, students live in one of the traditional residence halls, where they have the opportunity to learn about themselves within a larger community context. Emphasis is placed on helping students learn about themselves and each other, adjust to CC and be aware of campus resources, and live together as a community of learners.
- During the sophomore year, students are given opportunities to live with friends within the larger buildings or to pursue specific interests in a specialized program, such as civic engagement or gender-neutral. Hall staff focus on helping students learn how to communicate with peers to hold each other accountable for their shared values and expectations, as well as role-modeling for first year students.
- During the junior and senior years, the apartments, small houses, and themed areas provide environments where students learn how to engage in more global communities, such as transitioning to a study abroad experience or learning how to cook and clean for oneself. Special communities include: language houses, a multicultural house, a sustainable living house, single-sex, substance-free, and gender-neutral.
For students at Colorado College, there are a variety of living options like:
Traditional Residence Halls
First and many Second Year students live in one of the large halls, which are co-educational and consist mainly of double rooms. Each of these buildings is equipped with laundry facilities, a study lounge, a living or TV room, and a recreation room. Smaller buildings have many of the same amenities, but not always to the same extent as the large halls. While many buildings also have a kitchen for preparing snacks, all students eat meals in the main campus dining hall or at either of 2 campus eateries: "Herb and Farm" and "Benji’s". [More...]
Western Ridge Apartments
The Western Ridge Apartment complex opened during Fall 2001. Built to accommodate residents with junior or senior standing, the Western Ridge allows for the conveniences of on-campus living, while providing an atmosphere that assist students in transitioning to eventually live off-campus. Students living in the Western Ridge are not required to be on the college meal plan. [More...]
Small Houses
The small houses, which are -available - for upper-class students, each has a unique character. Many are old mansions which have been converted into residence halls: the cozy, warm atmosphere is a feature which attracts many students to live in one of the small houses. These are some of the most desirable living accommodations available on campus, with some on the National Register of Historic Buildings. [More...]
Language Immersion Houses
There are six houses that provide a cultural and academic focus on an International Language and it’s associated cultural experiences. The language immersion houses are sponsored by the Foreign Language departments, and residents maintain a commitment to practicing the particular language and culture while living in the house. The different language themes are Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, and Japanese/Chinese. [More...]
Themed Learning Communities
Small houses or wings in larger residence halls may be designated by a particular theme. All of the Themed Learning Communities are co-educational. Groups of students who share a common interest submit a proposal in February to the Department of Residential Life and Housing. The proposal explains what activities the community will provide for the campus, and why each student wants to live under the particular theme. Proposals are reviewed by members of the Residential Life Professional Staff and student representatives from CCCA. [More...]
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