Founders Hall
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History
Founders opened in 1971 and the towers were named for the four founders: Samuel H. Hertzler, George Ness Falkenstein, Isacc Newton Harvey Beahm, and Jesse C. Ziegler. Founders began as a residence hall for coeducational learning communities.
General Information
Founders is home to about 326 students in a setting of all double rooms. The building primarily houses first-year students. Founders is comprised of four towers (A, B, C, and D) with B and C towers connected by the main lounge. The towers are square shaped with student rooms located in the corners. All floors are co-ed. Each corner has a bathroom and most floors have small study lounges. Each tower has its own laundry facility. Founders is home to the Stonewall and Wellness learning communities .
Building Information
Walls:ÌýCinderblock
Floors: Carpet in rooms and hallways (a couple rooms have vinyl flooring instead of carpet).
Furniture: Each student will have a twin bed that can be adjusted for height, a desk and desk chair, a wardrobe, and dresser. Beginning in August 2025 all rooms will have a MicroFridge unit.
Windows: All room windows come with a shade.
Air Conditioning:ÌýCentral HVAC system (PTAC)
Kitchen Facilities:ÌýCommunal kitchen located off the main first floor lounge, including sink, refrigerator/freezer, & stove/oven.
Bathroom Information:Ìý Traditional, communal style bathrooms that include sinks, toilets, and showers.
Laundry Facilities:ÌýLocated on the first floor of each tower. There is no additional cost for laundry during the academic year.
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