Humboldt State University, California

Humboldt State University is a residential campus. Most Humboldt students come from long distances, and many reside on campus their first and second years. Life on campus is much more than studying, eating, and sleeping. The residence halls offer a place to live and learn, make lifelong friendships, and experience community living. Students get involved in social and educational programs, serve in leadership positions with the residence hall student government, and participate in special living communities. Benefits of living on campus are numerous. Studies show that students living in residence halls get better grades, are more active in academic activities, and have a higher graduation rate than the general university population. Another benefit is convenience. Campus residents don’t have to spend time shopping, preparing meals, or commuting to school, and they are close to resources such as the library, recreational facilities, and classrooms. Living on campus is a great way for students to begin their academic careers. Humboldt’s facilities, located in a spectacular natural setting, consist of six different residence hall living areas. Each is unique and provides various options for individual styles and personal preferences. All rooms are equipped with computer connectivity and each student may connect to the internet via the campus’s computer network or wireless access.