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Witte Residence Hall (one floor) | 57 residents
Double rooms | Mixed coed floors
Essence focuses on exploring the Black diaspora and impacted peoples through events, dialogue, and community-building. This community fosters a sense of belonging on campus and connects students through shared experiences. The goal of Essence is to create a community where students can be their authentic selves.
How to Join
- Sign your University Residence Halls contract and submit your advance payment in My UW Housing
- Select the Essence Theme Community as your top choice when you submit your hall preferences in My UW Housing
- Prioritize theme/learning communities over residence halls when you submit your hall preferences in My UW Housing
- Receive your room assignment
Programming
Community Goals
- Create a community where students can be their authentic selves
- Engage students in the exploration of the Black diaspora
- Create opportunities for connection through shared experiences
- Create an environment that prioritizes a sense of belonging
- Connect students to campus resources and leadership opportunities
Events & Activities
Examples of typical or past Essence programs:
- Opening Ice Cream Social
- Breakfast & Bingo
- Peer Mentor Meet & Greet
- Guest Speakers
- Trips to the Movies
