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Dominican University's Residence Halls
At Dominican University we offer three very different Residence Halls: Guzman Hall, Hertel Hall, and Rosary Hall, each with different amenities and room types. As a resident, you’ll be part of a stimulating community where academic programs are supplemented with community interaction and service learning. In the healthy, safe, academically-conducive environment of our Residence Halls you will achieve success and flourish as a scholar and as a human being.
Rosary Hall
Freshmen and Upperclassmen
Rosary Hall offers single rooms that provide students with personal space while still fostering a strong sense of community through a variety of shared spaces.
Each residential floor features a unique themed lounge:
Second Floor: A study lounge equipped with computer stations, printer access, a projector, and large group study tables
Third Floor: A media lounge with two flat-screen TVs and cozy seating
Fourth Floor: A game lounge featuring pool tables, ping pong tables, high-top seating, and a flat-screen TV
Kitchenettes are available in the second and fourth floor lounges, and laundry facilities are conveniently located on every residential floor. Building-wide Wi-Fi ensures students stay connected wherever they are.
For added security, Rosary Hall has a staffed guard station at the main entrance.
Hertel Hall:
Freshmen and Upperclassmen
Hertel Hall is the largest residence hall on campus, offering a safe, comfortable, and dynamic living environment with a variety of room layouts to suit student needs.
Designed to support both academic success and social connection, the building features:
─ A meeting room, quiet study room, and study lounges
─ A computer lab with printer access
─ Two entertainment lounges with TVs, pool tables and ping-pong
Additional amenities include:
─ A full kitchen
─ A spacious laundry facility
─ A convenient vending area
─ Building-wide Wi-Fi access
For your peace of mind, Hertel Hall is staffed by a 24-hour security guard at the main entrance.
Guzmán Hall:
Upperclassmen
Guzmán Hall features apartment-style living with private bedrooms, semi-private bathrooms, central air conditioning, and modern finishes—ideal for students seeking a more independent residential experience.
Each floor includes a study lounge with:
─ Quiet study areas
─ Group workspaces
─ Comfortable casual seating
Additional amenities include:
─ A laundry facility
─ Vending services
─ A small fitness room
─ A conference room
On the first floor, students can enjoy:
─ A computer and printing station
─ A flat-screen television
─ A cozy dining area with a shared community refrigerator
Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, and a 24-hour security guard is stationed at the main entrance for added safety.