Simmons Hall
Simmons Hall, built in 1948, is a classic traditional hall located in the core of campus, close to almost everything. It features an abundance of study and social space, a rec room, and a kitchen.
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Discover your future home with this 360-degree photo of the residence hall room designed for residents. Explore the space, plan your college life, and find answers to your housing questions. We look forward to welcoming you to campus and starting your college journey!
Housing Area
Building Type
TraditionalRoom Types
Single, Double, Triple, QuadLiving Arrangements
First-Year Students, Gender Inclusive (First-Year), Gender Inclusive (Upperclass), Living Learning Community (LLC), Upperclass StudentsPopulation
Building Amenities
Room Furnishings
Room Decoration Guidelines
Students interested in hanging decorations in this hall should use this recommended material: wall-safe tape, poster putty, painter's tape. NO stick-on, removable wall paper. NO furniture modifications; nothing screwed or nailed into furniture.
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Room Diagrams
Room diagrams are artistic renderings of representative rooms and may not reflect actual furniture or finishes.
Room & Furnishing Dimensions
| Item | Length | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room | 15' 10" | 12' 3" | 8' |
| Bed | 78" | 36" | 2' 1" |
| Desk | 2' 6" | 3' 6" | 4' 11" |
| Chest of Drawers | 2' 2" | 4" 11" | 7' 4" |
| Refrigerator/Microwave | 20" | 18" | 44" |
| Closet | 2' | 4' 2" | 7' 4" |
| Door | - | 3' 1" | 6' 11" |
| Window | - | 4' 2" | 4' 8" |
| Chairs | 1' 7' | 1' 6" | 2' 6" |
Recommended rug size: double room 9' x 12'; single room 6' x 9'
Measurements are approximate. The dimensions, furnishings and color of rooms may vary in appearance.
Building Floor Plans
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Living Learning Communities
Schreyer Honors College Living & Learning Environment
Located in close proximity to the administrative offices of Schreyer Honors College, this Living Learning Community supports Schreyer Scholars, providing them with a number of opportunities to participate in academic and social activities. Over 65 percent of the residents of Atherton and Simmons are Schreyer Scholars, and all residents have access to the computer labs and music practice rooms located in these residence halls. A $25.00 living-learning fee is charged each semester to all residents on their student account.
- Any student may request to live in this scholarly residential environment, but priority is given to first-year and returning Schreyer Scholars.
- Premedical-Medical (PMM) students are not considered a Schreyer student, and may only be assigned to this living environment if space is available.
Schreyer Honors College - The GLOBE
The GLOBE is a Living Learning Community for students in the Schreyer Honors College. It seeks to form a close-knit community of globally minded individuals who have the desire to foster global awareness and an international perspective. It aims to expand on the initiatives of the Schreyer Honors College by:
- Fostering respect and awareness for the world and its diverse people
- Contributing to international progress by developing a network for future collaborations
- Building an inclusive community that embraces different mindsets and encourages personal and academic growth
To attain this goal, members participate in activities such as group discussions, guest professor events, and food events. In order to ensure that all members on the floor are active, a point system is in place on the floor. Members accrue points by attending floor events and must accrue 10 points by the end of each semester to remain part of The GLOBE.
Housing Room Rates
| Residence Hall | Room Type | Occupancy | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simmons Hall | Double | 2 | $4,039 | $4,039 |
| Simmons Hall | Quad | 4 | $3,638 | $3,638 |
| Simmons Hall | Single | 1 | $5,246 | $5,246 |
| Simmons Hall | Supplemental | 6-8 | $3,231 | $3,231 |
| Simmons Hall | Triple | 3 | $3,638 | $3,638 |
| Simmons Hall | Triple with bath | 3 | $3,921 | $3,921 |
| Residence Hall | Room Type | Occupancy | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simmons Hall | Double | 2 | $3,921 | $3,921 |
| Simmons Hall | Quad | 4 | $3,532 | $3,532 |
| Simmons Hall | Quad with bath | 4 | $3,921 | $3,921 |
| Simmons Hall | Single | 1 | $5,093 | $5,093 |
| Simmons Hall | Supplemental | 4-6 | $3,137 | $3,137 |
| Simmons Hall | Triple | 3 | $3,532 | $3,532 |
| Simmons Hall | Triple with bath | 3 | $3,921 | $3,921 |
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