Hastings Hall

Hastings Hall was originally built in 1964 and renovated in 2023-2024 to provide students with modern amenities and conveniences, including air conditioning. Unlike traditional residence halls, these buildings offer students private, single-user bathrooms in the hallway area that are shared by the floor. Similar to a home, each bathroom is privately used by one individual. Additional sinks are located near the bathrooms to provide quick, easy use. The ground floor features lounges, a kitchen, a laundry room, a study space, a quiet room, and a knowledge station. Hastings Hall is located in the northeastern quad of East Housing Area in close proximity to the IM Building, Pegula Ice Arena, and the Arboretum.  

Hastings Hall was named after Daniel H. Hastings, the 21st Governor of Pennsylvania (1895-1899).

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Housing Area

East Halls

Building Type

Renovated

Room Types

Double, Triple

Living Arrangements

First-Year Students

Population

240

Building Amenities

Air Conditioning
Computer Lab (Commons Building)
Elevator
Footwashing
Kitchen
Knowledge Station
Laundry
Meeting Room
Quiet/Wellness Lounge
Single User Bathroom
Study Lounge
TV Lounge
Vending
WiFi

 

 

Room Furnishings

Adjustable Height Bed (30-36")
Desk
Desk Chair
Dresser
Hallway/Door Bulletin Board
MicroFridge
Mirror - Full Length
Moveable Furniture
Trash Can
Vinyl Plank / Laminate Flooring
Wardrobe
WiFi
XL Twin Mattress (80")

Room Decoration Guidelines

Students interested in hanging decorations in this hall should use this recommended material: thumbtacks (less than 20). Other material (wall-safe tape, poster putty, etc.) is NOT recommended due to the potential damage to the walls. NO stick-on, removable wall paper.  NO furniture modifications; nothing screwed or nailed into furniture. NO LED tape lights.

Room Details

Room & Furnishing Dimensions

Room & Furnishing Dimensions
Item Length Width Height
Room 15' 2" 12' 5" 7' 5"
Bed 74" 33" 1'
Desk 2' 10" 4' 9" 2' 6"
Bulletin Board   48" 44"
Refrigerator/Microwave 20" 18" 44"
Closet 2' 4' 1" 7' 5"
Door - 2' 6" 7' 1"
Window - 6' 1" 4' 5"
Chairs 1' 7" 1' 6" 2' 6"

Recommended rug size: 6' x 9'

Measurements are approximate. The dimensions, furnishings and color of rooms may vary in appearance. Some furnishings are attached to the floor or wall.

Building Floor Plans

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Housing Room Rates

Rates for 2025-26
Residence Hall Room Type Occupancy Fall Spring
Hastings Hall Double 2 $4,638 $4,638
Hastings Hall Triple 3 $4,156 $4,156
Rates for 2024-25
Residence Hall Room Type Occupancy Fall Spring
Hastings Hall Double 2 $4,503 $4,503
Hastings Hall Triple 3 $4,035 $4,035

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