University Housing
A view of Dejope Residence Hall from the Lakeshore Path

Dejope Residence Hall

640 Elm Drive | Madison, WI 53706-1134 | Map
598 residents | Mixed coed floors | Double, triple, and quad rooms
Gender inclusive room options available
Opened 2012 | Named after “Four Lakes” in Ho-Chunk

Having opened in 2012, Dejope Residence Hall is one of University Housing’s newest residence halls. Dejope is home to a mix of first-year and non-freshman residents, as well as Four Lakes Market (one of five dining markets on campus), classroom space, on-site academic advising, and a University Health Services (UHS) satellite office. This building features carpeted resident rooms with air conditioning and walk-in closets.

Dejope is the name that the Ho-Chunk and other American Indians have called the Madison area for thousands of years, meaning “Four Lakes” in the Ho-Chunk language. The building, which is located on the shore of Lake Mendota, also has an outdoor fire circle and terrace that you can enjoy. While Dejope may appear to be on the outskirts of campus, it is actually only a short walk to many class buildings, the UW Hospital, and Camp Randall Stadium.

Features

  • Nearest Dining: Four Lakes Market
  • Classroom: First Floor
  • Academic Advising: First Floor
  • Hall Desk: First Floor
  • Kitchen: Attached to Lounges on Each Resident Floor
  • Laundry: First Floor
  • Music Practice Room: First Floor
  • Carpeting in Resident Rooms: Yes
  • Air Conditioning in Resident Rooms: Yes
  • Room Rate: High
  • Neighborhood: Lakeshore
  • Bathrooms Shared By: Cluster of 5-6 rooms
  • Single Use Bathrooms: Yes (One on First Floor and Each Resident Floor)
  • Gender inclusive room options available

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Find Out More

Double

  • Features: walk-in closet, two beds, two desks, two desk chairs, refrigerator
  • Typical Dimensions: 13′ 8″ x 13′ 2″

Virtual Tour (2019)

3D Room Layout
2D Room Layout
2D Room Dimensions
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Room Photo

Triple

  • Features: walk-in closet, three beds, three desks, three desk chairs, two refrigerators
  • Typical Dimensions: 13′ 8″ x 13′ 2″

Virtual Tour (2019)

Room Photo
Room Photo
Room Photo

Quad

  • Features: four wardrobes, four beds, four desks, four desk chairs, two refrigerators
  • Typical Dimensions: 15′ x 23′ x 20′ x 16′

Virtual Tour (2021)

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Room Photo
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*Typical room dimensions shown. Rooms vary slightly.

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Floor Plans

Second Floor
Third Floor
Fourth Floor
Fifth Floor

B: Bathroom | X: Elevator | SR: Staff Room | D: Double | T: Triple | Q: Quad

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Measurements

*Note: rooms in some residence halls have mixed furniture. Measurements and dimensions may vary. Due to the variety of residence halls, rooms, furniture, closets, etc. in University Housing, we are unable to provide measurements for all possible situations and items. If the measurement you’re looking for isn’t shown on our website, we are unable to provide it at this time. Measurements for all residence halls can be found on our furnishings page.

Residence Halls Furniture Measurements

Residence Halls Miscellaneous Measurements

Residence Halls Lofting Measurements

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Rates

The projected annual rates listed below are per resident and include housing during fall and spring breaks (winter break housing is available for an additional fee). Most new residents are assigned to a double room. Costs are billed by semester, combined with the tuition bill. Students select from one of three dining plan options based on their eating habits and how much they plan to dine on campus. For a full listing of residence hall rates and what is included, visit our Billing & Rates page.

Note: total costs of UW-Madison University Residence Halls room and dining plan rates can be calculated by:

wdt_ID Dining Plan 2022-23 Dining Plan Rate / Semester 2022-23 Dining Plan Rate / Academic Year
1 Go10 1,900 3,800
2 Go14 2,150 4,300
3 GoUnlimited 2,700 5,400

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Photos

*Note: rooms in some residence halls have mixed furniture. Furniture, measurements, and dimensions may vary from what is shown. 

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Heating & Cooling

Heating & Cooling

In Dejope, air-conditioning and heating can be used in either the heating or the cooling season. Heat is provided via hot water and cooling via chilled water through a radiator near your window. Your room’s temperature can be set from 65 – 75 °F and can be changed via a thermostat located on the wall near your room’s entrance (see photo). Temperature is controlled by the arrow in the top right corner of the thermostat. Press the up arrow to raise the temperature or press the down arrow to lower it. After making a change, always press the “done” button located in the lower left corner of the touch-pad.

To select a fan mode, press the “more” button on the lower right corner of the keypad.

Tips

  • Try small adjustments first to avoid
    overheating/cooling
  • Do not push furniture, bedding, or belongings against convectors as this could block airflow
  • When in your room during the heating season, open curtains and blinds during the day to allow the sun to warm the room naturally and prevent air from being trapped against the window, and close them at night to decrease drafts — during the cooling season, do the reverse
  • Keep doors and windows closed when the heat or air conditioning is on
  • Consider using blankets and sweaters instead of turning up the heat
  • When possible, keep the room door open to promote air movement and introduce fresh air
  • Take wet clothing or towels to a laundry room to be washed/dried ASAP to reduce moisture
  • Run a fan to help circulate air
  • Fish tanks, plants, humidifiers, and diffusers can contribute to humidity/moisture levels in your room

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Dejope Professional Staff

Kaitlyn Abbott

Position title: Residence Life Coordinator

Sara Bowlin

Credentials: she/her(s)

Position title: Residence Life Assistant Director

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