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Welcome to Residence Life at St. Olaf College! Whether you want information about living on campus, applying for housing, or student leadership opportunities, you can find it here.

St. Olaf’s beautiful residential campus is a center for academic, social, cultural, and recreational activities.  The Office of Residence Life strives to engage, motivate, and challenge students in 11 residence halls and 18 honor houses across campus serving 96% of the student body.  We are committed to providing a safe, comfortable, and student centered living environment that promotes personal and academic success.

Living and interacting with a diverse group of students in an environment created to enhance your academic success is what you should expect while attending St. Olaf College. You will live in a rich and rewarding learning environment as you discover yourself, others, the college, and the world around you.  You can take advantage of opportunities to be active in your community.  Positions as a student staff member, Hall Council member, or working the front desk further your involvement and connectedness in your residence hall. 

We hope that you find the information contained on this site helpful and encourage you to contact our staff for assistance to answer any questions you may have regarding residence life at St. Olaf College.

Mission
The Office of Residence Life is committed to promoting student learning in a safe and secure living environment.  We encourage and support:  community responsibility; development of leadership skills and social confidence; respect for others; and healthy, balanced lifestyles.  In collaboration with our colleagues across campus, we strive to connect in-class and out-of-class experiences to foster individual growth.

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Residence Hall Storage

For All Halls Regular Storage Hours

Hall storage rooms are open Mondays and Thursdays from 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. during the school year.
       

Residence Hall Break Schedule 2011-2012

The residence halls and honor houses are open for most college breaks and students have access to their rooms. The halls will lock and will be accessible only with a students' college ID.

Interim Break                        
Saturday, January 28 at 2 p.m. - Sunday, February 5
(Classes begin 2/6)
Student meal plan in not in effect during this break.  There are options to buy meals on campus.

Easter Break                        
Thursday, April 5 (after evening classes) - Monday, April 9
(Classes begin 4/10)

End-of-Year Closing           
Wednesday, May 23 at 10 a.m. for non-seniors
Monday, May 28 at 11 a.m. for seniors
           
Spring Break        
Saturday, March 17, 10 a.m. - Sunday, March 25 at 10 a.m.
(Classes begin 3/26)

Future Residence Hall Opening Dates:
Below are the dates the residence halls open for returning students (sophomores, juniors, and seniors) for upcoming years.  It is on these dates that students may move in for the fall.

2012-2013          
Monday, September 3, 2012 Labor Day for Upper Classmen        
Classes begin Thursday, September 6, 2012

2013-2014
Monday, September 2, 2013 Labor Day for Upper Classmen
Classes begin Thursday, September 5, 2013