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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.