Amenities
Lounges
Kershaw Hall has one large lounge located on the first floor. The first floor lounge is equipped with a large TV, piano, whiteboard, comfortable seating, and several tables to use for studying. The second and third floor lounges are smaller and contain comfortable seating and several tables to use for studying.
Kitchens
Kershaw has one kitchen on every floor. The first floor kitchen has a refrigerator, stove/oven, sink, and microwave. The second and third floor kitchens have a sink and microwave.
Storage
Storage is available in a trunk room located in the basement of Rose Hall. Please contact your Community Advisor, Resident Life Coordinator, or the Department of Residence Life for inquiries.
Bathrooms
The first and second floors offer two gender-inclusive bathrooms. The third floor has two gender-specific bathrooms (one men's and one women's).
Laundry
Residents can use laundry facilities located in the building basement. Kershaw Hall houses several washer and dryer machines.
Recycling
Recycling bins and trash bins are located on each floor. There is a large trash room on the first floor.
Air Conditioning and Heating
Kershaw Hall has central heating and air conditioning.
Elevators
Elevators are available in Kershaw Hall. All floors are also accessible via stairs.
History
Named to honor Grinnell College's first black graduate, Hannibal Kershaw 1879, Kershaw Hall is between Lazier and Rose Halls on the east edge of campus. Constructed of white Iowa limestone, Kershaw Hall is connected to the other East Campus residence halls by a roofed loggia. Large windows in the first floor lounge open onto Mac Field and give the space an open, accessible feel.