What is Residence Life?

Residence Life is committed to the development of a safe and inclusive living-learning community which fosters academic, social, cultural, and personal growth. Our initiatives and services are infused with the values of respect and responsibility for self, others, and the Penn State community.

Educational Priority

Residence Life plays an essential role in the education of Penn State students. Specifically, we connect their in-class academic experiences to their experiences in the residence halls. Furthermore, we have established an Educational Priority that outlines our commitment to facilitating learning beyond the classroom. Our Educational Priority is built on the principles of "Respect and Responsibility." 

Our Educational Priority is to enable residents to develop respect and responsibility for themselves and their communities. We strive to create dynamic learning communities where students have the opportunity to explore their identities and system of beliefs, connect their experiences alongside those of others, and build the skills necessary to become involved members of the Penn State community and society at large.

What Residence Life Can Do for Students

  • Assist with adjustment to college life, social interaction, and roommates
  • Offer support, assistance and referrals for personal, academic and psychological concerns
  • Enhance the social, academic and leadership skills through educational programming, community building, and personal contact
  • Ensure that the residence hall environment is supportive of all students and adheres to University policy

Residential Students Will Be Able To

  • Identify key factors and resources, on and off campus, related to personal wellness
  • Recognize the importance of sustainability to the environment and future
  • Identify ways to be a positive and productive citizen both in the classroom and their community
  • Discuss the importance of inclusion and an appreciation for one another's values, backgrounds, and beliefs

Contact Residence Life

Location: Capital Village Community Center
500 Olmsted Drive Middletown, PA 17057
Hours: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
Phone #: 717-948-6269
Fax #: 717-948-6398

Resident Assistants are on call in the residence halls every night during the during the academic year from 8:00 pm - 7:00 am, including sitting desk each night 8:00 pm -12:00 am (Sunday-Thursday) and 8:00 pm - 1:00 am (Friday-Saturday). RAs are also available before and after these hours by request and as needed.