Dejope Residence Hall Construction

February 2011 – June 2012

The 318,000 sq ft, $47.6 million Dejope Hall is situated in the lakeshore neighborhood near Lake Mendota and next to the UW Gymnasium-Natatorium, Phillips Hall, and Bradley Hall. Features of the new residence hall include:

• 408 residents
• Mixed coed floors
• All double rooms
• Solar panels to provide alternative heating of water
• Green roof to control storm water runoff and supply extra insulation
• Cluster-style floor plan
• Bathrooms shared by 10-12 residents
• Breathtaking views of Lake Mendota
• Named “Four Lakes” in the Ho-Chunk Language
• Five floors, including four residential living floors
• Eight diverse marketplace dining venues in Four Lakes Market
• A convenience store
• A coffee house featuring ice cream & baked goods
• Conference space for up to 300 people
• Outdoor fire circle & terrace
• Classroom, advising, and a Technology Learning Center (TLC)
• University Health Services (UHS)
• Spacious TV lounge with fireplace
• Beautiful outdoor green space on the shore of Lake Mendota