About Us
Department of Housing and Residence Life
The Department of Housing and Residence Life welcomes you to the Lander University
campus. As a resident student your life will center around the campus through the various
activities including student organizations and athletics. The decision to live on campus will prove
to be an exciting one by taking advantage of the assortment of activities that are available.
The
Residential Life staff aids students in building
a living and learning environment. Living on campus will provide many opportunities to become
involved with the University. Residence Hall living can improve performance in the classroom. For
example, learning outside the classroom will be enhanced by the diversity of people you will meet
on a daily basis.
Resident Assistants are assigned to
each building. Resident Assistants (RA's) are upper-class students who live on each floor or
building. Their role is to make life easier and to be a close, accessible source of information and
guidance. They will plan several activities throughout each semester to help build community among
the resident students. Students are encouraged to discuss with the Area Coordinator and Resident
Assistants their ideas about programs and their living environment.
The Resident Assistants distribute information on activities, athletics, programs, room
sign-up, etc. as requested by various offices across the campus. Most importantly, when you need
advice or just someone to listen, you can turn to your RA. Furthermore, the Resident Assistants
serve as a liaison between the Department of Housing and Residence Life and other administrative
offices, organizations and resident students.
Contact the Department of Housing and Residence Life (864) 388-8266 for any further questions
or comments.
