Augustana is a residential college committed to learning and growth beyond the classroom. The Residence Life program is grounded in a commitment to not only support each student's academic pursuits, but to contribute to the personal growth of students through a wide variety of programs and activities.

The College affirms the value of living in community and, therefore, requires students to live in college-owned housing (see Policies and Procedures for additional information about the Residency Requirement). Approximately three-fourths of the student body live in Residence Halls, Apartments, and Theme Houses managed by Residence Life and Housing. Here, students are able to make connections between their academic and social experiences, truly living and learning in an inviting and comfortable campus environment.

Residence Life Purpose Statement

Residence Life complements the overall academic mission of the institution by providing a living-learning community that supports students' development and academic success.

Augustana believes that learning occurs both in and outside the classroom. The College is committed to providing these learning opportunities in campus owned housing to prepare students for life after college. Residence living endeavors provide a welcoming and comfortable environment where safety is a priority and individuals are treated with respect.

Over the course of a college career, expected student outcomes from participating in the residential experience include growth and development in:

• Leadership Skills
• Choice-Making Skills
• Individual Accountability
• Communication Skills
• Conflict Resolution
• Appreciation of Diversity
• Spiritual Awareness
• Time Management and Meta-Learning Skills

Residence Life is composed of professional and student staff members that foster development. All staff members strive to be available and supportive student advocates. They function as educators, crisis managers, informal counselors and supporters of the general living environment. Through this dedicated staff, intentional community building occurs via planned group activities and one-on-one interactions.
 

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Within Residence Life and Housing, you'll find information about each of the following areas:

 

Residential Communities

Visit Residential Communities for detailed information about the many housing options available to students at Augie.

Housing

Visit Housing for information about housing costs, forms, and other processes and procedures.

Policies and Procedures

Visit Policies and Procedures for expectations and requirements related to living on-campus at Augie.

Residence Life and Housing Staff

The Residence Life and Housing Staff is available to students both in our Residence Halls and in the Student Services and Dean of Students Offices.  Visit Residence Life and Housing Staff for a photo directory of our staff, as well as contact information for each member of our team.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've tried to compile a list of our most commonly asked questions about living on-campus at Augie. View Frequently Asked Questions for a quick answer to some of your questions.

What to Pack

Curious about what to bring with you when you arrive on campus?  Visit What to Pack for a list of items we recommend you have (and a few you should leave at home!).

 

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