Dorm v. Residence Hall
the power of language
Categories : Residence Life
A lot of people come to campus calling our residence areas 'dorms' and in fact in many places, the term dorm and residence hall are used interchagably.
I wanted to give a little history, and let you know that Chatham does not have dorms - we have residence halls. Even our apartment areas are considered apartment style residence halls.
So, what's the difference?
A residence hall is a rich community intentionally designed from physical structure to the offering of activities to the placement of residence hall staff to create opportunities for personal and educational growth.
A dorm may just be a place to hang your hat, but our residence halls are so much more than that!! You expect more from us than just to provide a bed, so we expect more from you than to just sleep in it. Our residence halls have rich opportunity for you to contribute and benefit from the community; take advantage!
I wanted to give a little history, and let you know that Chatham does not have dorms - we have residence halls. Even our apartment areas are considered apartment style residence halls.
So, what's the difference?
A residence hall is a rich community intentionally designed from physical structure to the offering of activities to the placement of residence hall staff to create opportunities for personal and educational growth.
A dorm may just be a place to hang your hat, but our residence halls are so much more than that!! You expect more from us than just to provide a bed, so we expect more from you than to just sleep in it. Our residence halls have rich opportunity for you to contribute and benefit from the community; take advantage!
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Now I know the difference between a dorm and a residence hall. Before I thought both were alike. Many people who have never lived on the university or close by do not know the distinction. Thanks for the clarification.
Posted by healthman on August 6, 2008 at 1:58 AM
