Living on Campus


Live, learn, and stay connected—right where you are.
Whether you’re in Wabash or University Center, you’re part of the Roosevelt community. Explore the tools, services, and support that help make campus living convenient and connected.

Life in the Wabash Building

The Wabash Building is a 31 story tower located in Chicago's downtown Loop neighborhood. Student residence hall rooms are located on floors 15 and 17 through 31. If the conveniences of living and learning in a vertical campus are not enough, the breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and Willis Tower, and the proximity to public transportation and Grant Park, make this building a once-in-a-lifetime living experience.

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Amenities

As a Wabash resident, you have easy access to:

  • Dedicated ResNet WiFi throughout the residential areas of the building
  • Watch movies or shows using our campus partner streaming service SWANK. Want to have a specific show or movie loaded to SWANK? Let the Office of Residence Life or the Wabash Community Council know!
  • Barry Crown Fitness Center
  • Recreation & study rooms
  • Community kitchens
  • And much more!
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Laundry & Mail

The laundry room on the 15th Floor of the Wabash Building is home to dozens of washers and dryers that you can use for free!

All residential students receive a campus mailbox on the 14th floor of the Wabash Bulding and can pick up packages at the mailroom in the Auditorium Buiilding. 

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Guests

Guests are welcome in your residence hall, giving you the chance to share your living experience with friends and family. Just stay with your guests while they’re visiting, make sure they have a valid ID, and follow the guest limits and overnight guidelines. These expectations help keep the community comfortable and safe for everyone.

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Support

Living on your own doesn't mean you are alone! 

  • Trained Resident Advisors live on every residential floor
  • Residence Life staff are available to answer questions and help resolve issues
  • Help is available both during the day and after hours
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Get Involved

We encourage all residents to get involved in their residence hall community. 

  • Join the Wabash Community Council, a volunteer-based leadership group that provides events to the whole Wabash community.
  • Each month Resident Assistants host a variety of free programs and events for their floors and the entire building. They provide a great opportunity to make new friends and be social with fellow community members.
  • Work with Res Life: apply to be an RA or an office assistant!
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Maintenance 

If something in your room needs fixing, students can submit a work order for the Wabash Building by visiting the Office of Residence Life on the 14th Floor in person, calling the Office at 312-341-2005 or sending an email to reslife@roosevelt.edu.

More about Campus Life

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Policies

Living on campus means following shared guidelines so everyone has a safe and respectful environment. All residents are expected to review and be familiar with these rules.

Key expectations:

  • Respect your neighbors and shared spaces
  • Follow quiet hours and community standards
  • Use facilities responsibly
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Life in University Center

The University Center Chicago (UCC) is located just one block away from the Wabash Building. This building houses students from Roosevelt University, Columbia College Chicago, DePaul University and National Louis University.

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Dining

Understand your dining options and meal plan. Explore how meal plans work, what’s included, and how to choose what’s right for you.

Questions about this page?

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