Wadsworth Hall | Residential Living

Wadsworth Hall (Wads) is the largest hall on campus at one-quarter-mile long and five stories high with approximately 1,050 beds available for assignment. It offers traditional and suite-style double occupancy rooms and contains several theme communities. With study and social lounges on each floor, there are plenty of opportunities to build relationships and focus on coursework. Wads contains many unique spaces, including the Campus Cafe, an Engineering Fundamentals classroom, and the campus radio station. Multi-use rooms on the ground floor provide additional study and social spaces for students to enjoy.

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Room Layouts

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Amenities

Each hall has its own collection of dining halls, student lounges, and a reception desk. Select any of the additional services below for a description and more information.

Reception Desk Services

Open 10AM - 8PM daily
Check-out items for residents (sports equipment, board games, basic tools, cookware, cleaning supplies, etc.)
Check-out spare room keys for lost or misplaced room keys
Mail sorting for Wadsworth Hall residents and staff (NOTE: Our staff does NOT actually handle mail delivery/processing; we ONLY sort and log mail as it is dropped off in batches from third-party carriers (USPS, UPS, FedEx, etc.). Students with packages or oversized items to pick up will receive an email once the items have been logged. Any queries regarding mail delivery to the residence halls can be directed to deskcoordinator@mtu.edu.)
Contact: 906-487-4600

Fitness Rooms

For the fitness enthusiast each hall has a fitness room well-equipped with aerobic and weight training equipment. All residence hall students can join the Quad Core Fitness Club for a nominal fee.

Wadsworth Hall Quad Core Fitness Center

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Dining Services

The Food Hall at Wadsworth Hall is the largest dining hall on campus. The Food Hall offers convenient dining option with tasty menus and innovative food stations. Meal plans are required for all students living in the residence halls. Residents can select a meal plan during the Housing contract process in HuskyHouse. For more information regarding Dining Services, please visit our Residential Dining website.

Game Rooms

The game rooms offer a variety of recreational equipment from pool tables to arcade games. Equipment is provided and may be checked out at the Reception Desks.

Laundry Rooms

Laundry rooms are conveniently located in each hall.

Music Rooms

Wadsworth Hall has a music room where students may play their instruments. A piano is also located in this room.

Study Areas

Many areas, specifically designated for studying, are located in each residence hall. A quiet environment is observed there at all times.

Kitchenettes

Kitchenettes provide a place for students to make anything from a light snack to a gourmet meal. Each is furnished with a stove, microwave, sink and refrigerator. Wadsworth hall has fourteen kitchenettes that are strategically located on each floor throughout the building.

Bike Storage

Residents have the opportunity to store their bikes in hall storage over the winter. Between the damaging weather and snow plows, most students use this free storage option as opposed to hauling their bike home with them over breaks.

Computer Connections

Computing at Michigan Techis available in many places and in many ways. Each major has computing facilities with the hardware and software that are available to you through your computing fee.

Many students bring their own desktop or laptop computer. ResTech is Michigan Tech's residence hall network that provides students with high-speed Internet access from the comfort of their rooms. A list of wireless Internet hotzones on campus is also available through RoverNet.

Printers are available for residents to use on campus. For more information visit Residence Hall Printing.

Furnishings

The standard double room measures 12' X 15' and includes two loftable beds, two chests of drawers, two desks, two study chairs, a wastebasket, and carpeting. Each room has either a closet or two armoires. Triple and quad rooms are furnished accordingly. All furniture must remain in your room at all times. To view room measurements and furniture specifications, click here.

Since we do not furnish bed linens, you are encouraged to purchase linens prior to arrival. The standard mattress size is 36" X 80" and extra-long twin sheets fit best. You are responsible for laundering your own linens.

Dimensions are expressed in Height x Width x Depth.

Dresser

— 30" x 36" x 22"

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Drawers (x3)

6" x 32" x 19"

Desk	— 30" x 42" x 22"

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Keyboard Drawer	3" x 24" x 19"
Small Drawers (x2)	4" x 12" x 19"
Large Drawer	12" x 12" x 19"

Loft Bed

— 69" x 86" x 39"

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Space under desk	24" x 24" x 20"
Mattress (Extra Long Twin)	80" x 37" x 8"
Chair	33" x 20 x 22"
Chair seat height	18"
Space under bed	60"

Wardrobe

— 57" x 35" x 22"

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Drawers	6" x 32" x 19"
Inside	56" x 32" x 20"
Hanging Bar	54"

Every room in Wadsworth Hall comes with one wardrobe per student living in the room.

Refrigerators

Refrigerators are provided for residents that live in rooms with private baths in Wadsworth Hall. If you are not assigned to this area, you are welcome to bring a refrigerator with you, but it must not be larger than 25" wide x 25" deep x 35" high.

Linens for Bedding

Since we do not furnish bed linens, you are encouraged to purchase linens prior to arrival. The standard mattress size is 36 inches by 80 inches. Extra-long twin sheets fit best. You are responsible for laundering your own linens.

Saunas

Saunas are available for students in each residence hall. Hours for use are posted in the respective hall.