Residences
There are many advantages to living on campus. All the accommodation sites
are conveniently located close to the University campus which makes it easy
to take advantage of the many opportunities available right on your own doorstep.
Living in a residence gives you the chance to develop lasting
friendships, participate in extra-curricular social and educational activities,
and share experiences with people from different backgrounds, interests,
cultures, academic pursuits and aspirations.
Residents often study together, participate in sports and athletics teams,
attend and participate in a wide variety of programs and activities offered,
or become involved in the various forms of student government and leadership.
The advantages of living in residence include:
• Fully furnished bedroom and unit
• Friendship
• Walking distance to all University facilities
• Academic assistance
• Clubs and special interest groups
• Recreation programs
• Peer support
• Belonging to a Community
• 24 hour Security
• Sporting facilities
• Pastoral care
• Special dinners
• Leadership training and employment preparation
• Phone and network access
• Competitive rental charge for 38 weeks (not 52!)
• Experiences that may not be otherwise available (eg cultural exchange)
• Student Services support
• Student leadership opportunities eg. Resident Assistant, Academic Mentor.
