Black Affinity Living Experience
Witte Residence Hall | 3rd floor | Clark House
Mixed coed floors | Double rooms
The goal of Essence is to provide a living experience focused on supporting students who self-identify within the Black diaspora. This space is being offered based on direct requests/feedback and in partnership with our students of color. We have heard from residents that sometimes their residential living experiences do not feel safe. Essence allows for students to feel comfortable to be their authentic selves. Essence is about developing the essence of who you are and not be defined only by the construct of race.
How to Join
- Sign your University Residence Halls contract and submit your advance payment in My UW Housing
- Select the Essence Community as your top choice when you submit your hall preferences in My UW Housing
- Prioritize affinity/learning communities over residence halls when you submit your hall preferences in My UW Housing
- Receive your room assignment
Programming
Community Goals
- A place where students can be their authentic selves
- Connect students through shared experiences
- Foster a sense of belonging
- Uplifting and centering the voices of Black identifying students
- Build a sense of community with Black and African American students
- Connect residents to campus resources and leadership opportunities
