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Witte Residence Hall (one floor) | 57 residents
Double rooms | Mixed coed floors
The goal of the Essence Affinity Community is to provide a living experience focused on supporting students and allies who self-identify within the Black diaspora. Offered based on direct requests/feedback and in partnership with students of color, Essence allows students to feel comfortable to be their authentic selves. Essence is about developing the essence of who you are and not being 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 Affinity 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 and allies
- Build a sense of community with Black and African American students and allies
- Connect residents to campus resources and leadership opportunities
