Residence Life Make yourself at home.
A Space to Live, Learn, Play, Grow
The community of residence halls, on-campus, and off-campus housing is the backdrop to your UD education. Our mission is to facilitate dynamic learning environments that feel like a home away from home. More information about UD Residence Life can be found in the student handbook.
Life in Our Residence Halls
Roommates
A large part of your overall education at the University of Dubuque is learning about yourself and how you relate to people. While the idea of having a roommate can be intimidating, that person often becomes a friend as you live and learn with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds and experiences.
Whether you have been assigned a roommate or choose a roommate as a returning resident, we recommend that you connect with that person prior to moving onto campus. In doing so, you can get to know each other and discuss what each of you will bring in order to avoid duplicates. Check your room assignment letter for contact information.
What Your Room Includes
Beds
Extra-long twin mattresses with mattress protectors
Dressers
Study desks
Chairs
Refrigerator
Microwave
Neutral-colored blinds
Cable TV hookup
Internet ports
What to Bring
Alarm clock
Bedsheets/pillowcase*
Bedspread/blankets
Cell phone
Cleaning supplies
Clothes hangers
Drinking glasses
Headphones
Iron
Laundry supplies/basket
Mattress pad
Microwave-safe dishes
Personal care products
Personal computer
Pillows
Recreation equipment
Silverware
Towels/washcloths
Trash container
*You may choose to participate in our bed linen program powered by On Campus Marketing. Learn more at 1.800.957.4338 or online
Bedlofts
A bedloft is a great way to maximize space in your room. Reserve your own safe and affordable bedloft unit at bedloft.com. You are NOT allowed to construct or bring your own.
What NOT to Bring
Candles
Extension cords (power strips with built-in breaker switches are acceptable for computer and stereo equipment)
Firearms, weapons, and ammunition of any type
Halogen lamps
Heating elements of any type
Homemade bedlofts of any type
Hot plates
Incense
Large sofas
Ovens
Pets (except small aquarium fish)
Refrigerators (unless approved for your specific housing unit)
Street or highway signs
Sun lamps
Telephone answering systems
Toasters
Residence Services
Food Service
We offer a flexible on-campus meal plan service to students featuring a variety of dining options and menu alternatives available through our dining services. University policy requires residents of Aitchison, Cassat, Donnell, and Chlapaty halls to enroll in a meal plan. For upperclass students living in other UD housing, the purchase of a meal plan is optional. Park Village Apartments, Townhouses, and campus houses are equipped with full kitchens.
Vending Machines
Each residence hall is equipped with snack and soda vending machines for your convenience.
Laundry Facilities
Each residence hall is equipped with full-service laundry rooms; a charge of $40 per semester will be added to your student account for use of the laundry room in your housing unit.
Electronic Services
Computers are permitted in individual residence hall rooms and access to the internet is provided. All computers and other electronics (except cell phones) must be registered with the HelpDesk prior to use. For more information on internet accessibility, please visit Technology Services or contact the Technology Help Desk at 563.589.3737.
Parking
Limited parking spaces are available on campus. Students must register their vehicles and purchase parking stickers within 24 hours of bringing a vehicle on campus from the Office of Safety and Security in Smith Hall to park on the University property. Please see Vehicles and Parking for additional details, policies, and lot locations.
US Postal Service
All students are assigned an on-campus mailbox within the Campus Post Office in the Heritage Center. There is a $5 fee for your personal mailbox key.
If you plan to ship belongings to UD, please ensure that they will arrive after you.
All mail and packages must be addressed as shown below. Failure to include "University of Dubuque" and your campus post office (CPO) box number could cause delivery issues with the U.S. Postal Service:
(Your Name)
CPO Box #_______
University of Dubuque
2000 University Avenue
Dubuque, IA 52001-5099
Student Leadership
Hall Council
Each residence hall is represented by a Residence Hall Council and advised by the Resident Hall Director. This council fosters greater communication between students and administration by providing hall residents a chance to participate in the policy process and provide input on issues that pertain to the UD residence hall community. It’s also an opportunity for residents to raise awareness of hall life and conduct programs for fellow residents.
Resident Assistant (RA) Staff Selection
As an RA, you hold one of the most important, yet challenging, positions on campus. Our Office of Residence Life uses a careful selection process that includes an application with free-response questions, an individual interview with current staff members, and small group problem-solving activities. This process allows our search committee to find student candidates who demonstrate leadership, teamwork, maturity, and understanding. Our goal is to not only create a strong team of staff members, but also to provide a fun and rewarding experience for RAs.
Greetings from Residence Life!
As the Director of Housing, I want to welcome you to campus. Whether you are a new, transfer, or returning student, we look forward to you being a part of our residence hall community! The entire Residence Life staff are looking forward to a fun-filled and successful year.
In order to help you make a good start, I would encourage you to get to know your Resident Hall Director (RHD) and student Resident Assistant (RA) living in or supervising your residence. They are here for you – to serve as a resource and to provide you with the positive support you need to help make UD your home away from home.
I urge you to take full advantage of the opportunities and resources offered to you on campus. I guarantee that the friends you meet and the experiences you engage in will generate memories that will last a lifetime. I highly encourage you to meet new people, learn outside the classroom, experience diverse cultures and perspectives, and have fun!
Whether you live in a traditional style hall, pod style living, an apartment, townhouse, or campus house, our Residence Life staff are here to assist you! We strive to help you create positive experiences. If I can be of any assistance during your time here at UD, please do not hesitate to reach out via rsprayberry@dbq.edu or by phone (563-589-3438). I look forward to meeting you!
Sincerely,
Rachel Sprayberry
Director of Housing