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s part of Elon’s developing residential campus concept, three neighborhoods will place special emphasis on the needs of fi rst-year students as they join the university. These include the historic residence halls at the center of campus, the new Colonnades residence halls near the Koury Business Center and the Global Neighborhood, a dramatic new complex on the north end of campus next to Lake Mary Nell. Sophomores will find specialized support in the Danieley Center neighborhood as they choose their academic majors, become
engaged in the Elon Experiences and become active organization members. The six-building Oaks neighborhood, apartment-style housing completed in 2007, is designed to meet the needs of juniors. They are deeply involved in their academic work, o en study abroad or work at internships, and seek private rooms, quiet study spaces and more independent living arrangements. A new neighborhood designed for seniors will be based on successful models at other universities. About 300 seniors will live in upscale townhomes and will fi nd mentoring
support as they complete capstone courses and research, preparing for graduate school and their careers. Also currently under construction are five new houses in Loy Center, meeting the pressing need for more facilities to support fraternities and sororities. Architectural design features will be essential to the success of each of these neighborhoods. Through new construction and renovation, Elon will create inviting indoor and outdoor gathering spaces that foster frequent and easy interaction and collaboration.
global neighborhood (formerly north area) residence halls Construct two residence halls and a dining hall to replace Maynard, Colclough and Chandler (opening December 2012); and two residence halls to replace Staley and Moffi (opening August 2014) housing for 70 percent fi rst-year students, 20 percent sophomores, 10 percent juniors/seniors highlights International theme and the new home for the Isabella Cannon International Centre, international student housing and several language-learning communities Situated to take advantage of Lake Mary Nell, with outdoor gathering spaces and grass commons New dining hall, international café with latenight hours, theatre and meeting spaces Faculty-in-residence and faculty affi liates assigned to each building Global studies courses linked to students living in this neighborhood
the oaks residence halls Six existing apartment buildings housing for Juniors and limited number of sophomores highlights Faculty-in-residence with an emphasis on guiding students to prepare for graduate school and careers Satellite offices for student services, such as Career Services Improved sound insulation between apartments
senior class housing residence halls Construct several two-story apartment buildings in a community setting; construction timeline not yet determined housing for Seniors, some juniors highlights Independent close-to-campus housing option for about 300 seniors, with full kitchens, living rooms and laundry facilities Upscale townhome design with 2–4 students in single bedrooms in each apartment Commons building Outdoor recreation area and plaza
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