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Residence Life
Cornell is a residential college where students enjoy the values and
benefits of community living. Students are required to live on campus in
one of the traditional residence halls or in a campus apartment unless
they live with their parents in the Mount Vernon area; have completed eight semesters in residence; are married; have children; or are more than 24 years old. Permission for these exceptions must be
obtained through the Director of Residence Life.
The various College residence halls, houses, and apartments differ in
size, architecture, style, and atmosphere. Some are coed and some are
single-sex buildings. All are located within easy walking distance of the
classroom buildings, the Library, The Commons, and the Small Multi-Sports
Center. Although the oldest residence hall was built in 1885, all residence halls have been renovated. Each student room is wired for internet and cable television. A few single rooms are available and are assigned according to
seniority. First year students live together on first year floors.
An activity fee is assessed for all residence hall students in order to provide funding for social and
educational activities in the buildings. The programs are generally
coordinated by House Councils, the Residence Hall Association, and the Resident Assistant (RA) staff.
Student RAs live on each floor to help with building management and to
offer assistance and direction to residents. The Director and three live-in Assistant
Directors of Residence Life administer and provide leadership for the
residence life program.
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