Campus Living Booklet 2013-2014 (PDF) - Seattle Pacific University

emerson hall
Students say Emerson is a
great place to live, learn,
and build friendships to
last a lifetime. Features include a main
lounge with gas fireplace, underground parking, and
an exercise center.
Emerson Hall is centrally located, providing
easy access to many campus buildings. Popular
events include a quarterly Coffee House, the Emerson
Film Festival, the Born Identity Exhibit, and a hall ball
(which last year was held on an Argosy cruise).
Living in Emerson also provides a unique
opportunity for students to participate in programs
and conversations related to cross-cultural relationships
and social justice issues through the BRIDGES
program.
“Living in
Emerson
has been a
great part
of my college
experience!
Everyone is so welcoming, and it’s close
to everything on campus. Emerson is an
easy place to make friends.”
– Christine Rouner, Freshman
Emerson is SPU’s newest residence hall. Opened in
2001, it features suite-style living with private or
shared bathrooms.
Opened in 1965 and originally named Upper Residence
Hall, Ashton was renamed in honor of Dr. Philip F.
Ashton for his service as psychology professor at
Seattle Pacific University from 1929 to 1971.
“Ashton is
an energetic
place where
you can share
experiences
as a community while studying hard.
I couldn't imagine a greater experience
than living with your closest friends!”
– Jordan Wallace, Sophomore
ashton hall
The friendly atmosphere in
Ashton Hall makes all of its
residents feel at home. Ashton is
SPU’s largest residence hall, and its hilltop setting
offers a striking view of the campus and the Lake
Washington Ship Canal.
Annual events include the Ashton Cup (a lipsync
contest), Open Mic Nights, and a formal ball
(which was held at the Space Needle in 2012). Its
hall council is known for creative and thoughtprovoking
programming.
Ashton is an ideal place for both studying
and relaxing. It boasts a renovated lounge and
convenient exercise room. With more than 400
students, you’ll have many opportunities for
making new friends.
For rates, see inside back cover.
Layouts of typical rooms in Ashton are available at:
spu.edu/ashton
For rates, see inside back cover.
Layouts of typical rooms in Emerson are available at:
spu.edu/emerson
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options for first-time freshmen
options for first-time freshmen