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Living on Campus
The University of Akron will be your home away from home for the next few years, and we want you to get the most out of it. The best way is to become part of our on-campus community as a resident student. Our award-winning residence halls will provide you with a safe, comfortable learning environment, where you will meet new friends and take advantage of the residence halls' extensive programming calendar. There's always something to do!
We also offer an array of dining options. Whatever your tastes, we can satisfy it. Our wonderful food is offered in a variety of settings: from the ultra modern Rob's Café, to the unique Trackside Grille at Quaker Square, to the bustling Union Market in the Student Union. We think you will feel right at home!
And remember, wherever you are on campus, your health and safety are our No. 1 priority. Health Services is staffed with caring, expert nurses and health professionals. Our campus police department works around the clock to help secure campus and the surrounding neighborhoods. Our officers hold full law-enforcement authority from the state, and they are ready to assist you at any time.
Residence Life and Housing
Our residence halls, home to more than 3,000 students, are among the best in Ohio. For students, you will find that residence hall life enriches your learning and social opportunities.
Safety is always a priority. We have a highly trained staff in each of the residence halls on duty around the clock to help ensure student safety and well-being. All doors to our residence halls are secured at all hours, and card access is required to enter.
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Dining at UA
We believe you will be pleasantly surprised by the quality of food and the variety of restaurants and cafes available on campus. Our menu and meal plans are designed to be flexible. Whether you are a vegetarian or not, whether you live on campus or off, whether you eat lightly throughout the day or stick to the traditional breakfast, lunch, dinner routine — we can meet your needs.
Our staff is highly trained to provide you with excellent service and a variety of nutritious meals throughout the day. And you will find that in many instances, we can make your food to-order — just the way you like it.
Have a question about UA's Dining Services? Call 330-972-7185.
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The Zip Card: Your key to so much on campus!
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Use your Zip Card to:
- Check out circulation materials at Bierce and the Law Libraries
- Gain access to Ocasek Natarorium
- Present your Zip Card for free admission to athletic events, including basketball and football games
- Use as a "key card" if authorized to enter select buildings on campus
Zip Card office locations
There are three Zip Card offices on campus:
- The Student Union, Room 106
- Simmons Hall, Room 103
- The Polsky Building, third-floor atrium
Also, you can visit the Zip Card office on the Web. Phone: 330-972-2687.
The Zip Card is also a debit card. Simply add money to your All Campus Account and you can:
- purchase food at Robertson Café, Sizzling Zone, Bierce Coffee Shop, Martin University Center, the Crystal Room and many more dining locations;
- purchase convenience items as well as snacks and ready-to-go foods at the Zee’s Convenience Stores;
- purchase books and supplies at the campus bookstores and Custom U.; and
- use it in select vending machines on campus.
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Akron, OH 44325
Phone: 330-972-7111
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