PLU Living Plans and Learning Community Application (ARCHIVE)

PLU Living Plans and Learning Community Application

This application is required to be completed by all students who fall under the residency requirement at PLU (Including: Students who plan to live on-campus and Students who plan to live at-home)

Only students who meet the residency requirements have the option to live on-campus

Learning Communities (LCs) are for all PLU students

During your entire time at PLU, whether you live on-campus, live at-home, or live off-campus, Learning Communities are a valuable part of the PLU experience, adding to the learning that happens in the classroom and beyond.

This LC application also helps communicate your housing plans with PLU.

Legal or Chosen Name:*

First Name

Last Name

PLU Student ID Number:*

PLU Email Address:*

Please review and select your housing plan below and follow the guided steps:

I am planning to:*

Live on-campus Live at-home (<20 years of age and have <60 credits by specific dates) Live off-campus (20+ years of age and/or have 60+ credits by specific dates)

Living on-campus: Please allow for at least 30 minutes to complete the Learning Community Application. You may save your application and restart at any time, but please note that your application will only be received after you submit and receive a submission message. In this application, you will be issued a series of prompts that we request you follow to the best of your knowledge.

Included in this application:

Master Housing and Meal Agreement Form
Student Information
Learning Community Questions
Roommate Questionnaire

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:

Residential Life
Anderson University Center 161
Tacoma, WA 98447
(253) 535-7200
rlif@plu.edu

Live At-Home:

Completing this application is the first step to submit a request to live at-home, the final step is to complete the Confirmation of Living at Home form detailed below

Students are required to live on-campus under the residency requirement if they are under 20 years of age and under 60 credits by specific dates.

Students will be strictly held to the residency requirement, if you have questions about your residency status contact Residential Life at 253-535-8059 or email rlif@plu.edu our office is in AUC 161.

Students are required to live on-campus if they fall under the residency requirement unless:
- Student will be living with a spouse. A certified copy of their marriage license must be submitted.
- Student will be living with child(ren). A certified birth certificate for the dependent child must be submitted

Students who are requesting to live at-home and fall under the residency requirement will be required to complete a Confirmation of Living at Home (COLAH) form.

Residential Life will hold students to the Residency Requirement and if students do not follow the appropriate steps they may accrue housing and meal plan charges that are non-refundable.

If your age or class standing exempt you from the residency requirement:

Students may choose to live at home or live off-campus without additional forms needed

Next Steps:

Complete this Learning Community Application - Please allow for at least 30 minutes to complete the Learning Community Application. You may save your application and restart at any time, but please note that your application will only be received after you submit and receive a submission message. In this application, you will be issued a series of prompts that we request you follow to the best of your knowledge.

Complete the COLAH Form - This form is for students who are not eligible to live off-campus (as outlined above) and who will be living with their parent within 25 miles of PLU during the 2021 - 2022 academic year.

A new form must be completed for each academic year
Before completing, both student and parent* must appear before the notary together with photo ID
The Department of Residential Life has three notaries available free of charge, but any Washington State licensed notary may be used

Live off-campus: You do not need to complete this LC application if you meet the residency requirement.

Residency Requirement for 2021-2022 Academic Year

If your age or class standing exempt you from the residency requirement:.

Students may choose to live at home or live off-campus without additional forms needed.
Students will be strictly held to the residency requirement, if you have questions about your residency status contact Residential Life at 253-535-8059 or email rlif@plu.edu our office is in AUC 161

PLU Master Housing & Meal Agreement 2021 - 22

MASTER HOUSING & MEAL AGREEMENT 2021-2022

PLU MASTER HOUSING & MEAL AGREEMENT

2021-2022

This Master Housing & Meal Agreement (“Agreement”) is made between Pacific Lutheran University (“PLU” or the “University”) and _______________, (“Student”). PLU agrees to provide Student with the use of specified accommodations incidental to Student’s enrollment in PLU under certain provisions, as more fully identified herein. Student agrees to use and pay for the accommodations consistent with this Agreement.

Student agrees to be bound by the terms of this Agreement and all of the terms set out in the following additional PLU publications, all of which are incorporated into this Agreement and will be referred to as the “Publications:”

● Terms and Conditions for Housing Accommodations

● Traditional Hall Housing Guide (for all residence halls other than South Hall)

● South Hall Housing Guide(exclusively for South Hall)

●University Catalog

● PLU Student Code of Conduct

● PLU’s Residential Lifeand Hospitality Services & Campus Restaurantsweb pages

● Other University policies and regulations

Student agrees that Student has read and is familiar with all of the Publications, and that Student’s continued use of the accommodations is conditioned upon Student’s compliance with the rules and regulations set out therein.

Student agrees that Student is eligible to use the accommodations solely because of Student’s enrollment and attendance at PLU. Student acknowledges that Student is not a tenant as defined by Washington law, and does not have a possessory interest in the accommodations provided by PLU pursuant to this Agreement.

Student agrees to pay all housing and meal charges Student incurs while contracted for these accommodations at PLU.

Student understands and agrees that if Student fails to pay any monies due and owing to the University by the scheduled due date, the University will place a financial hold on the Student’s student account, preventing Student from registering for future classes or receiving a diploma.

By signing this Master Housing & Meal Agreement, Student agrees that they have read, are bound by and agree to comply with this Agreement, the Terms and Conditions, the applicable PLU Housing Guide, the University Catalog, the Student Code of Conduct, PLU’s Residential Life and Hospitality Services & Campus Restaurants web pages and other University policies and regulations, all as may be amended from time to time in the “Publications”. Student affirms that they are at least 18 years old and understands that s/he is accepting a legal obligation to pay all charges incurred for accommodations and meals, and for cancellation of this Agreement, if applicable under the terms set out herein.*

*If Student is under 18 years of age, the signature of a parent or legal guardian is required and this Agreement must be submitted to the PLU Office of Residential Life.

I agree to the Master Housing and Meal Agreement*

First Name

Last Name

*If Student is under 18 years of age, the signature of a parent or legal guardian is required and must be submitted to the Department of Residential Life. The parent signature version.

Students are requested to scan / take a picture of the Parent Signature version and send it to rlif@plu.edu.

Students may progress through the rest of application by signing it themselves and sending our office the form after completing the application.

Learning Community Descriptions (Residential)

After reading the description of each Learning Community (LC), choose your top five LCs in order of preference below. We are proud to offer a wide variety of LCs for our students to fully engage themselves into a passion area. You will be prompted to answer a brief question describing your interest for the specific LCs you list.

Note: For all first-year LC members (residential and commuting) who can opt into an FYEP 101 course (seats will be filled on a first come first serve basis), your FYEP 101 course will be a on a topic that relates to your LC theme.

Women’s Empowerment & Gender Equity

For women-identified and Transgender/Gender Non-Conforming students with a focus on gender equality, community building, and programming that explores gender and empowers women. For all first-year LC members (residential and commuting) who can opt into an FYEP 101 course (seats will be filled on a first come first serve basis) on the topic of gender equity.

For residential applicants, community located in Harstad Hall. This hall has women-identified wings and women-identified gendered bathrooms; if you identify as Trans* or Gender Nonconforming, please contact Residential Life for additional information.

Community for Creative Expression

For students interested in a co-curricular focus on creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For all first-year LC members (residential and commuting) who can opt into an FYEP 101 course (seats will be filled on a first come first serve basis) on the topic of creativity.

For residential applicants, community located in Hinderlie Hall. This hall has mixed-gendered wings with gendered bathrooms and one Gender Inclusive Housing wing.

Hong International Community (Global Engagement & Language Immersion Theme)

For students who are interested in a global study focus. For all first-year LC members (residential and commuting) who can opt into an FYEP 101 course (seats will be filled on a first come first serve basis) on the topic of global engagement.

For residential applicants, community located in Hong Hall; this LC offers language-immersion (Chinese, French, German, Norwegian, Spanish) and International Honors (IHON) wings. These wings are mixed-gendered with gendered bathrooms.

Diversity, Justice, and Sustainability

For students interested in gaining an increased understanding of their cultural identities through reflection on values while learning how to create positive change in their communities.For all first-year LC members (residential and commuting) who can opt into an FYEP 101 course (seats will be filled on a first come first serve basis) on the topic of social justice.

For residential applicants, this community is located in Ordal Hall and comprises three sub-themed communities:

First in the Family For students who are first in their families to attend college (first-generation students whose parents did not graduate from a four-year, degree granting institution in the U.S.) with support to connect them to resources for success in and out of the classroom.
Students of Color For students who identify as People of Color (or not White) who are interested in exploring their racial and ethnic social identities and cultures.
Environmental & Social Justice For students who are interested in exploring the intersection of social justice and environmental justice and translating this knowledge into positive social change through leadership and action.

All DJS communities are located on Gender Inclusive Housing wings.

Lavender Community

For students who are interested in exploration of the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, +) social identities through conversations, activities, and reflection. For all first-year LC members (residential and commuting) who can opt into an FYEP 101 course (seats will be filled on a first come first serve basis) on the topic of social justice.

For residential applicants, community located in Ordal Hall; this community is located on a Gender Inclusive Housing wing.

STEM House

For students interested in learning about the fields of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematics). This community is great for intended STEM-related majors and also for those not majoring in STEM who would like to continue their learning on these topics. For all first-year LC members (residential and commuting) who can opt into an FYEP 101 course (seats will be filled on a first come first serve basis) on the topic of scientific inquiry.

For residential applicants, community comprises four wings located in Tingelstad Hall. This community comprises gendered wings with gendered bathrooms; if you identify as Trans* or Gender Nonconforming, please contact Residential Life for additional information.

Wellness House

For students interested in conversations and activities that promote and sustain healthy lifestyles, including transitioning to college in a way that develops healthy habits around mindfulness, diet, exercise, substance use, time management, and mental health. For all first-year LC members (residential and commuting) who can opt into an FYEP 101 course (seats will be filled on a first come first serve basis) on the topic of wellness.

Transitioning to PLU First Year Communities:

For first-year students to assist in the successful academic, personal, and social transition to PLU and the Parkland/Tacoma community.

For residential applicants, communities are located in Pflueger Hall, and Tingelstad Hall [for residents who do not opt into STEM or Wellness Houses]. These communities have gendered wings with gendered bathrooms; if you identify as Trans* or Gender Nonconforming, please contact Residential Life for additional information.

Transitioning Through PLU: New Transfer and Returner Communities

For new transfer & continuing students (second year and beyond) with programming centered around academic support and major/career exploration. New Transfer and Returner Wings are located in the following traditional residence halls: Harstad Hall, Hinderlie Hall, Ordal Hall, Pflueger Hall, and Tingelstad Hall.

Upper-Divisional Communities

Stuen Hall*

A traditional residence hall comprised entirely of single rooms. Shared bathrooms and kitchens are available.

This hall utilizes gender inclusive bathrooms.

South Hall*

An apartment style residence hall. Apartment styles vary but each has a full kitchen, bathroom, and dining room. Limited married/domestic partnership housing is available. Family housing is not available.

*Housing for Stuen and South Halls are reserved for students who are at least 20 years old, and/or have attained junior (60 credits) or graduate status by September 1st for academic year applicants or February 1st for Spring applicants.

The South Hall application process starts in mid-Fall and ends in mid-February. All applicants after mid-February will be placed on a waitlist and communicated with if vacancies occur.

Rank the Learning Community options in which you are interested. For a complete description of the residence hall options go to the Learning Communities home page.

Please select up to five different communities for your LC preferences. Selecting the same LC multiple times does not increase your chances of obtaining the LC preference and actually limits the ability of our staff to place you in a LC (and related housing assignment for residential applicants), resulting in the potential need for you to re-apply for additional information.

1st Community Preference:*

2nd Community Preference:*

3rd Community Preference: *

4th Community Preference: *

5th Community Preference: *

Learning Community Descriptions (Commuting)

CAVE:

The CAVE opened in Fall 2013 an on campus community for commuter and transfer students. The CAVE is a great place to hang out, meet other students, catch up with friends, study, enjoy lunch, or rest between classes. Though it is called “The CAVE” the physical space is vibrant and the diverse community members create a warm and welcoming space for all. After 5pm and on the weekends, The CAVE hosts concerts, performances, and club meetings.

Lute MasterClass:

The CAVE is excited to continue of Lutes MasterClass this spring semester! After seeking feedback from commuter students, we noticed there were three areas that students are most interested in during their first semester at PLU. The three themes include creating friendships with other off-campus students, learning about campus resources, and strategies to thrive. Throughout the spring semester, Lutes MasterClass will explore topics such as off-campus treasures, setting intentions for success, and help with housing. This experience will be coordinated by The CAVE Community Advocates and will include PLU campus partners to share some of their expertise. We invite you to join us and create some community connections as we navigate this remote learning experience!

Would you like to participate in Lute MasterClass?*

Yes No Maybe

Single Room Options

PLU has a select number of single rooms available in each residence hall. Students can apply for either a Designed Single or a Single-Double room based on availability. A Designed Single room is a smaller room designed for a single occupant. A Single-Double room is a room large enough for double occupancy but assigned to a single student. Additional housing rates apply.

Are you interested in having a single room?*

Yes No

Which single room type are you interested in?

Designed Single Single-Double Either

If you have a special need that should be considered please contact Residential Life and review the Application for Accessibility and Accommodation.

Women's Empowerment and Gender Equity Community (HWEC)

VISION:

This community is for women-identified and Transgender/Gender Non-Conforming students with a focus on gender equality, community building, and programming that explores gender and empowers women.

LINKED COURSE:

All first-year LC members have the option to enroll in a linked First Year Experience Program (FYEP) writing 101 section on the topic of gender equity. During New Student Registration (in June/July), first-year residents students can opt into one of these linked FYEP Writing 101 sections, specifically designed to create an integrative in and out of classroom learning experience! Students will be co-enrolled in linked FYEP Writing 101 courses on a first-come, first-served basis for Fall semester only.

Note: Continuing students do not have a linked course option.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until space is no longer available.

As a first year incoming student - would you like to opt-in to the Women's Empowerment and Gender Equity Community?*

Yes No

For residents, have you lived in Harstad before?*

Yes No N/A - Commuting Student

What are the top three learning outcomes or interests you hope to achieve while participating in the Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equity community? *

I understand that participating in the Women's Empowerment & Gender Equity community provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom Learning Community activities that support students' understanding of gender equity. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards*

Yes, I understand.

Community for Creative Expression (HCCE)

VISION:

Community of Creative Expression creates a supportive and diverse environment that challenges students to explore the meaning of creativity in our world and as a part of the lives of global citizens. Community of Creative Expression thus promotes creativity as a mechanism of expression, activism, leadership, and reflection through intentional interactions within a community of creative individuals.

For residential applicants, community located in Hinderlie Hall. This hall has mixed-gendered wings and one Gender Inclusive Housing wing.

LINKED COURSE:

All first-year LC members have the option to enroll in a linked First Year Experience Program (FYEP) writing 101 section on the topic of creativity. During New Student Registration (in June/July), first-year residents students can opt into one of these linked FYEP Writing 101 sections, specifically designed to create an integrative in and out of classroom learning experience! Students will be co-enrolled in linked FYEP Writing 101 courses on a first-come, first-served basis for Fall semester only.

Note: Continuing students do not have a linked course option.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until space is no longer available.

As a first year incoming student - would you like to opt-in to the Community for Creative Expression course?*

Yes No

For residents, have you lived in the Hinderlie Community of Creative Expression before?*

Yes No N/A - Commuting Student

How do you plan to share and grow your interests, hobbies, and/or appreciation for creativity and expression while living in the Hinderlie Community of Creative Expression?*

I understand that participating in the Community for Creative Expression provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom Learning Community activities that support students' creative expression. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards*

Yes, I understand.

First-Year Communities

VISION:

First-Year Communities are for first-year students to assist in the successful academic, personal, and social transition to PLU and the Parkland/Tacoma community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until space is no longer available.

For residents, have you lived in Harstad, Pflueger, or Tingelstad before?*

Yes No N/A - Commuting Student

What do you hope to gain through participation in the First-Year Interest Community?*

I understand that participating in the First-Year Interest Group community provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom Learning Community activities that support students' transition to PLU. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards.*

Yes, I understand.

STEM House

VISON:

STEM House is for students interested in learning about the fields of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematics). This community is great for intended STEM-related majors and also for those not majoring in STEM who would like to continue their learning on these topics.

LINKED COURSE:

All first-year LC members will co-enroll in a linked First Year Experience Program (FYEP) writing 101 section on the topic of scientific inquiry. During New Student Registration (in June/July), first-year residents and commuter students will be enrolled in one of the linked FYEP Writing 101 sections, specifically designed to create an integrative in and out of classroom learning experience! Co-enrollment in linked FYEP Writing 101 courses is available for Fall semester only.

Note: Continuing students do not have a linked course requirement.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until space is no longer available.

As a first year incoming student - would you like to opt-in to the STEM Community course??*

Yes No

For residents, have you lived in the STEM House before?*

Yes No N/A - Commuting Student

What interests you about the STEM House? What do you hope to gain academically, professionally, socially, and/or personally through participating in this Learning Community?*

I understand that participating in the STEM House community provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom Learning Community activities that support students' curiosity in scientific inquiry. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards*

Yes, I understand.

Wellness House

VISON:

Wellness House is for students interested in conversations and activities that promote and sustain healthy lifestyles, including transitioning to college in a way that develops healthy habits around mindfulness, diet, exercise, substance use, time management, and mental health.

LINKED COURSE:

All first-year LC members have the option to enroll in a linked First Year Experience Program (FYEP) writing 101 section on the topic of wellness. During New Student Registration (in June/July), first-year residents students can opt into one of these linked FYEP Writing 101 sections, specifically designed to create an integrative in and out of classroom learning experience! Students will be co-enrolled in linked FYEP Writing 101 courses on a first-come, first-served basis for Fall semester only.

Note: Continuing students do not have a linked course requirement.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until space is no longer available.

As a first year incoming student - would you like to opt-in to the Wellness community course?*

Yes No

For residents, have you lived in the Wellness House before?*

Yes No N/A - Commuting Student

The Wellness House uses a holistic approach to wellness centered around a Wellness Wheel with 6 different dimensions (Emotional, Financial, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual) to engage with participants in learning about, setting goals, and nurturing wellness in their own lives and their communities. Please talk about how participating in Wellness House might help you set and reach goals to improve well being in 2 of these dimensions:*

I understand that participating in the Wellness House community provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom Learning Community activities that support students' development of holistic wellness. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards*

Yes, I understand.

Diversity, Justice and Sustainability Community

VISION: The Diversity, Justice and Sustainability (DJS) community creates a safe, supportive, and diverse environment that challenges students to explore social justice issues and begin the work towards equity as engaged citizens. The DJS community promotes opportunities for students to challenge themselves to learn and act in ways that make a difference in the lives of others. The DJS community is an exciting opportunity to meet new people, learn about yourself, explore issues of injustice and serve as agents for change within your communities, both locally and globally.

The DJS community comprises three themes:

First in the Family For students who are first in their families to attend college (first-generation students whose parents did not graduate from a four-year, degree granting institution in the U.S.) with support to connect them to resources for success in and out of the classroom.
Students of Color For students who identify as People of Color (or not White) who are interested in exploring their racial and ethnic social identities and cultures.
Environmental & Social Justice For students who are interested in exploring the intersection of social justice and environmental justice and translating this knowledge into positive social change through leadership and action.

For residential applicants, this community is located in Ordal Hall. All DJS communities are located on Gender Inclusive Housing wings.

LINKED COURSE:

All first-year LC members have the option to enroll in a linked First Year Experience Program (FYEP) writing 101 section on the topic of social justice. During New Student Registration (in June/July), first-year residents students can opt into one of these linked FYEP Writing 101 sections, specifically designed to create an integrative in and out of classroom learning experience! Students will be co-enrolled in linked FYEP Writing 101 courses on a first-come, first-served basis for Fall semester only.

Note: Continuing students do not have a linked course requirement.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until space is no longer available.

As a first year incoming student - would you like to opt-in to the DJS specific course?*

Yes No

For residents, have you lived in one of the three DJS communities before?*

Yes No N/A - Commuting Student

DJS- What is your first preference of community?*

DJS- What is your second preference of community*

DJS- What is your third preference of community?*

Please describe how you will use your different identities and/or lived experiences to contribute to the growth and impact of the DJS community and the individuals living in the community:*

I understand that participating in the DJS community provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom Learning Community activities that support students' understanding of and action supporting social justice. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards.*

Yes, I understand.

Gender Inclusive Housing: I understand that this Learning Community is located in a hall/wing that is Gender Inclusive. I agree to the following community standards: 1. I understand that I am expected to contribute to a positive, gender-inclusive community by respecting all residents' gender identities and expressions. 2. I understand that the central bathroom in this community is a all-gender bathroom, which is open to users of all gender identities and expressions.*

Yes, I understand.

Lavender Community

For students who are interested in LGBTQ+ histories, communities, and activism, the Lavender Community seeks to honor, celebrate, and uplift the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ students. This community seeks to bring LGBTQ+ identified students and allies together in community to share their hopes, dreams, and challenges. Through programming, the Lavender Community invites participants to learn more about how social identities intersect here at PLU and beyond. Through volunteer opportunities participants are encouraged to connect with LGBTQ+ communities in the broader Tacoma area.

For residential applicants, community located in Ordal Hall; this community is located on a Gender Inclusive Housing wing.

LINKED COURSES:

Note: Continuing students do not have a linked course requirement.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until space is no longer available.

As a first year incoming student - would you like to opt-in to the Lavender Community course?*

Yes No

For residents, have you lived in the Lavender Community before?*

Yes No N/A - Commuting Student

Please describe how you will use your knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues and current events to help leave a positive impact on the Lavender Community? Please share what you hope to learn more about and how you imagine that will impact you in the future?*

I understand that participating in the Lavender community provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom Learning Community activities that support students' understanding of and action supporting social justice. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards.*

Yes, I understand.

Hong International Community

VISION:

Hong International Community serves as the hub of international and global engagement education at PLU. It is home to six different language and/or culture houses brought together for a common passion for language study and global education. The houses are Norwegian, Chinese, French, German, Spanish, and International Honors. Students participating in Hong International Community receive support when getting ready to study away and a welcoming home to return to after the adventures of study away.

LINKED COURSE:

All first-year LC members have the option to enroll in a linked First Year Experience Program (FYEP) writing 101 section on the topic of global study. During New Student Registration (in June/July), first-year residents students can opt into one of these linked FYEP Writing 101 sections, specifically designed to create an integrative in and out of classroom learning experience! Students will be co-enrolled in linked FYEP Writing 101 courses on a first-come, first-served basis for Fall semester only.

Note: Continuing students do not have a linked course requirement.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until space is no longer available.

Global Engagement Community ELIGIBILITY

A student must have ongoing enrollment in coursework in the target language or exceptional life experience and language fluency. Native speakers of the language who participate in the Global Engagement Community will support this mission by speaking in their language with their community mates. All students must commit to the community agreement regarding daily use of the house language in designated spaces and they must actively participate in Learning Community programs.

As a first year incoming student - would you like to opt-in to the Hong International Community course??*

Yes No

For residents, have you lived in the Hong International Hall before?*

Yes No N/A - Commuting Student

What is your first choice community?*

1st - Please describe your level of experience with this language or the IHON program and future class enrollments in that area:*

What is your second choice community?*

2nd - Please describe your level of experience with this language or the IHON program and future class enrollments in that area:*

What is your third choice community?*

3rd - Please describe your level of experience with this language or the IHON program and future class enrollments in that area:*

Describe how your skills, interests, and experience in international education and living among other languages and cultures would affect your approach to living in community. What would you add to this community?*

I understand that participating in the Hong International Community provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom Learning Community activities that support residents' global awareness and understanding. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards.*

Yes, I understand.

South Hall

South Hall is an apartment-style complex, located on the south edge of campus. Students must be 20 years of age or have junior standing (60 or more credits) to reside in South Hall.

The hall has a view of the Olympic Mountains to the west and Mount Rainier to the east. The main lounge opens to a courtyard, providing a large gathering area. There is also a beautiful front lawn, which is used to host BBQs and provides a space to study in the sun! In addition, South Hall provides alternative choices to the regular residence halls, for example, South is the only hall on campus providing married student housing. For more information about South Hall’s eligibility and application process, click here.

Have you lived in South Hall before?*

Yes No

Rank up to five (5) apartment type preferences. Be sure to read through the apartment descriptions and rates before ranking your preference below. Please note that there are a limited amount of single room apartment options available and that the majority of South Hall apartments have either 2 bedrooms or 4 bedrooms.

Selecting only one preference limits how our office can assist you, please select various preferences if desired.

I would like to stay in my current South Hall assignment:

Yes No

What is your first preference?*

What is your second preference?*

What is your third preference?*

What is your fourth preference?*

What is your fifth preference?*

Housing Options:

List below the names of the students you are applying with. Multiple bedroom apartments in South Hall may be mixed gendered. Each member of a group applying for an apartment must complete individual applications naming each other as roommates. Inconsistencies will disqualify the request.

If you are applying by yourself, there is no need to enter in roommate information.

2-Bedroom Apartment Roommate

2-Bedroom Townhouse Roommate

4-Bedroom Apartment Roommate #1

4-Bedroom Apartment Roommate #2

4-Bedroom Apartment Roommate #3

5-Bedroom Townhouse Roommate #1

5-Bedroom Townhouse Roommate #2

5-Bedroom Townhouse Roommate #3

5-Bedroom Townhouse Roommate #4

I understand that living in the South Hall Upper Division (UD) Learning Community (LC) provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom co-curricular activities that support residents as they transition through graduation and prepare for life after PLU. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards.*

Yes, I understand.

Stuen Hall

This traditionally designed residence hall has been converted to a building of all single rooms, and houses approximately 60 residents on three floors. Since residents living in the Stuen Community must be 20 years of age or older, or have junior status (60 semester hours) by September 1st for fall semester or February 1st for spring semester, they are all eligible for our Upper Division Single (UDS) Rate. This is the only traditional style residence hall where visitation is not limited, and eligible students may have alcohol in their rooms.

Stuen Hall tends to be more quiet than other halls, and its residents have the same type of independence that South Hall or off-campus residences offer, yet still provides the traditional-hall on-campus experience. Because of its well equipped with kitchens, Stuen residents are eligible for a reduced meal plan.

This hall utilizes Gender Inclusive Bathrooms.

Have you lived in Stuen Hall before?*

Yes No

I understand that living in the Stuen Hall Upper Division (UD) Learning Community (LC) provides the opportunity to engage in out-of-the-classroom co-curricular activities that support residents as they transition through graduation and prepare for life after PLU. I plan to contribute to this community by regularly attending community events and upholding all community standards.*

Yes, I understand.

Gender Inclusive Housing

VISION:

Gender Inclusive Housing is for students who want a gender inclusive living experience. Features all-gender wings with gender inclusive bathrooms that have enhanced privacy (open to all users, regardless of sex assigned at birth or gender identity). Single rooms and gender inclusive rooms are an option for students for whom sex assigned at birth does not match gender identity. There are various Gender Inclusive Housing options across campus: one wing in Hinderlie Hall, one wing in Tingelstad Hall, all wings in Ordal Hall (including Lavender Community – see description below), and all wings in Stuen Hall. Note: Residents of South Hall apartments may choose to make their apartments Gender Inclusive Housing.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until space is no longer available.

Our intent is to create wings that enhance the living experience at PLU and in which students desire to reside. These wings are also intended to meet a need that is not otherwise well met for some students in our traditional housing offerings. With this in mind, please respond to the following statement: Living in a gender inclusive wing is something I need, or something I desire.*

What are you hoping to gain from living in a gender inclusive wing? How do you plan to contribute to this community?*

Is there anything else you would like Residential Life to know regarding your application/placement within gender inclusive housing?*

By living in Gender Inclusive Housing, I agree to the following community standards: 1. I understand that I am expected to contribute to a positive, gender-inclusive community by respecting all residents' gender identities and expressions. 2. I understand that the central bathroom in this community is a all-gender bathroom, which is open to users of all gender identities and expressions. *

Yes, I understand.

Roommate Request

Enter specific roommate name(s) below. (Requests must be mutual).

If you find a roommate after submitting you can email rlif@plu.edu with the name and request. We do need your requested roommate to inform us of their desire to live with you as well.

Roommate #1

Roommate #2

Please select the "Submit Form" button when completed:

Have Questions?

Residential Life
Anderson University Center 161
Tacoma, WA 98447
(253) 535-7200
rlif@plu.edu

Commuter & Transfer Student Connections
Anderson University Center 161
Tacoma, WA 98447
(253) 535-7200
ctsc@plu.edu

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