Specialty Houses & Halls
Students apply to live in these houses and halls. For more information about how to apply, please contact current house members, their faculty advisors, or the office of housing and residence life.
Fine Arts (NEFA)
Students living in NEFA, or Near East Fine Arts, work to increase awareness of the fine arts, both on and off campus.
French House
Residents practice speaking French and promote awareness of French culture.
Global Village (Carvin)
The Global Village is for students who have an interest in other cultures, a commitment to share their experiences and knowledge, and a desire to learn from others and work as a community.
Mae Jemison
Math and science majors work together in Mae Jemison to promote campus involvement in everyday science and bring awareness to the importance of women in STEM fields.
Service Learning House (Sandusky)
Committed to community service, Sandusky residents volunteer for a minimum of 10 hours a month and promote service activities on campus and in Roanoke.
Spanish House
Located in Middle East, the Spanish House attracts students who want to increase their oral and written language skills and promote Hispanic culture.
Mind, Body, Spirit (MBS)
MBS residents seek personal balance by finding ways to get themselves and others involved in mental, physical, and spiritual activities in and out of the classroom.
Specialty Housing Dates for 2025-26
Spring 2026 Application Cycle
For students interested in applying to be a member of specialty housing beginning Spring 2026
- Applications open: Monday, November 17th
- Applications close: Monday, December 1st
- Decision letters sent out by December 16th
2026-2027 Academic Year Application Cycle
For students interested in applying to be a member of specialty housing beginning Fall 2026
- Applications open: Monday, February 23, 2026
- Applications close: Friday, March 13, 2026
- Decision letters sent out by Monday, March 30, 2026