Smith Residence Hall

Smith Residence Hall, which opened in 2006, is home to a blend of first-year and non-freshman residents. Smith residents can take advantage of enhanced hall services such as a Technology Learning Center (TLC), a classroom on the first floor, a full-service Starbucks (opening fall 2020), and a private soundproof music practice room, as well as desk services. The residence hall also has a variety of room types that range from singles with private bathrooms to doubles and triples.

Smith rooms are large and equipped with large closets, air conditioning, and high ceilings. Some rooms even have views of downtown that catch a glimpse of the Wisconsin State Capitol Building and Camp Randall Stadium if you’re lucky enough. Smith is just a few blocks from Gordon Avenue Market, which offers more dining options.

Building Features

Nearest Dining: Gordon Avenue Market
Computer Lab: First Floor
Classroom: First Floor
Academic Advising: First Floor, Ogg Residence Hall
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: Southeast
Bathrooms Shared By: Cluster of 3-4 rooms

Dimensions

Room Dimensions: ~10’6″ x 10′ plus closet (single), 16’6″ x 12’6″ plus closet (double)
Space Under Lofted Bed: Futon/loveseat up to 79″ wide fits under bed
Lockable Drawer Dimensions: 8.5″ x 19.75″ x 2.75″
Mattress: 36″ x 80″

Room Guides

Events in Smith Hall

Each residence hall has many events that occur throughout the year. Below are some of the events and activities that residents have enjoyed in previous years:

Sterling Pumpkin Carving
Door Decoration Competition and Trick or Treat
House Potluck and Movie Night
Saturday Morning Cartoons
Olbrich Botanical Gardens Trip
Late Night Ice Skating
Mario Kart Competition
Recognizing Privilege
DARS Party
Badger Game Watches
Trip to the Henry Vilas Zoo

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Room Types

Double Type A

Features: Walk-in closet, two beds, two bookcases, two desks, two desk chairs, refrigerator
Typical Dimensions: 16′ 3″ x 12′ 6″ (rooms vary in size)

Double Type B

Features: Double door closet, two beds, two bookcases, two desks, two desk chairs, refrigerator
Typical Dimensions: 14′ 2″ x 12′ (rooms vary in size)

Double with Bath

Features: Bathroom with a shower and vanity, double door closet, two beds, two bookcases, two desks, two desk chairs, refrigerator
Typical Dimensions: 15′ 8″ x 11′ 7″ (rooms vary in size)

Single Type A

Features: Double door closet, bed, bookcase, desk, desk chair, refrigerator
Typical Dimensions: 10′ 7″ x 10′ 3″ or 14′ 2″ x 12′ (rooms vary in size)

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Single Type B

Features: Wardrobe, bed, bookcase, desk, desk chair, refrigerator
Typical Dimensions: 13′ 10″ x 9′ 6″ (rooms vary in size)

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Single with Bath

Features: Bathroom with a shower and vanity, double door closet, one bed, one bookcase, one desk, one refrigerator
Typical Dimensions: 17′ 9″ x 11′ 5″ (rooms vary in size)