J-term and Spring Housing Options - 2012

Living on campus is much more than a roof over your head; it's a lifestyle; it is being part of a community and an integral part of your university experience. Students can apply for J-term and Spring on-campus housing in the Office of Residential Life - University Center 161 or online at Traditional Hall Application.

We encourage students to explore on-campus options because of the unique benefits our communities provide. Our residence halls are within 5 minutes of your classrooms, the library, study groups, etc. and are designed and staffed to encourage connections and a sense of belonging. For a complete list of on-campus advantages go to: On-Campus vs. Off-Campus.

 While applying for housing we encourage you to review the following:

 Application Deadline: Applications will be due by 8:00am in November. Late applications will not receive priority points.

Occupancy Dates: The residence halls will re-open for J-term residents the first week of January, 2012. The halls will re-open for Spring residents the first week of February, 2012

Living Learning Communities: There are two living learning communities: Hong International Hall and the Social Action and Leadership floor in Stuen Hall.

• Hong International Hall: is a community of 5 language based houses: Chinese, French, German, Norwegian, and Spanish, and the International Honors wing. It is reserved for both domestic and some international students interested in sharing and exploring these 5 different cultures. More information about Hong can be found on our website at:http://www.plu.edu/residential-life/misc/Hong-International-Hall.php
• Social Action and Leadership (SAL): The SAL community is for students who have a strong desire to develop their leadership skills and utilize these skills to be social change agents. Specifically, SAL residents will develop a strong self-awareness, use that awareness to understand their identity within a group, and work collaboratively to make an impact in their communities.

South Hall: is reserved for students at least 20 years of age or with 60 or more credits. It is an apartment style hall with 1, 2, and 4 bedroom apartments. Students are should apply online using the South Hall Application and to utilize the South Hall Vacancy List.

Single Room Options: a limited number of single room requests will be assigned for J-term and Spring semesters. To apply for a single room options please complete a Traditional Hall Application.

• Kreidler Hall: is also reserved for students at least 20 years of age or with 60 or more credits. It is similar to the Traditional residence halls, but only offers single room housing options. To apply for a space in Kreidler Hall students must complete a housing application at: Traditional Hall Application.
• Single-Double in your current hall: the number of single-double rooms offered will vary by hall. Students should apply online using the Traditional Hall Application. Assignments will be made in priority point order (for on time applications only). Click here for more information on priority points.

Housing Rates: The Spring housing rates are available at Rates. If you have questions regarding your financial aid or payment plan options please contact Student Services at (253) 535-7161 or ssvc@plu.edu.

Other Options: Any additional questions or concerns regarding J-term and Spring housing options should be directed to the Office of Residential Life.