The Department of Residence Life and Housing

The Department of Residence Life and Housing is located on the first floor of Ritchie Residence Hall. We also have a satellite office located in Gallucci Hall. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. We invite you to drop by. We welcome visits from prospective students and their families and are more than happy to answer any questions or concerns. 

Mission Statement

The Department of Residence Life and Housing fosters civic engagement, student success and personal growth in structured residence settings. We promote safety, responsibility and leadership in sustainable residential facilities. Holistic development and scholastic achievement focus our services. We educate and mentor students in open diverse communities.

Diversity Statement:

Celebrating the Dignity of All People ...

The Department of Residence Life and Housing celebrates and recognizes that the University community is comprised of persons who represent diversity at many levels ... diversity of thought, belief, race, ethnicity, culture and sexual orientation. All members of the University community are equal and accountable to each other.

Residence Life and Housing embraces the philosophy that all persons who are ridiculed and demeaned for their beliefs, culture, race, sexual orientation and/or ethnicity are entitled to "places where allies dwell." By definition, this includes UA residence halls and the offices of each Student Affairs staff member. In a community of scholars, there is no place for hateful behavior. The Department of Residence Life and Housing affirms the dignity of all people.

Mailing Address:

The University of Akron

Residence Life and Housing

Ritchie Hall

Akron, OH  44325-1401

Phone: 330-972-7800

Fax: 330-972-5662

Email: reslife@uakron.edu