In addition to providing students safe, comfortable living spaces, Grinnell College residence halls foster a sense of community, and provide a living and learning environment that complements our students’ academic experience. Within these halls, Grinnellians learn to practice self-governance and incorporate that philosophy in their daily lives. Student volunteers fill the roles of Student Advisors, Hall Social Coordinators, and Hall Wellness Coordinators, and are charged with building community and serving as a resource for their residents. Student staff are supervised by live-in, masters-level Residence Life Coordinators.
Grinnell's residence halls are located in three areas of the campus: North, South, and East. Each group of halls has its own laundry facilities and computer labs. Most residence halls have:
- kitchens equipped with stoves, ovens, microwaves and fridges
- spacious lounges with televisions, cable service, and DVD players
- wireless internet connection
- rooms with a dresser, desk and chair, and a closet or wardrobe for each student
- custodial services in bathrooms and common areas (lounges, bathrooms, and kitchens)
- maintenance services
- security enabled entry doors that open with student IDs; student rooms are equipped with key entry locks