Our Residence Halls
Shorts Hall
Shorts Hall, completed in 1968, was named in honor of Clyde P. Shorts, a former professor of education.
Shorts Hall is comprosed of suites of six double rooms that share a common lounge. The two suites share a bath, which is cleaned by housekeeping staff on a regular basis.
Shorts has laundry facilities, a study lounge, elevators and a TV lounge with vending services. Wireless internet access is available near the study lounge.
A typical room in Shorts Hall has:
- Two single beds with innerspring mattresses, all bunkable and adjustable
- Two individual desks with chairs
- Two built-in wardrobes with top storage
- Two chests of drawers
- Fluorescent lighting
- Mini blinds or roller shades
- TV cable hookup and internet access (wired)
- Tiled floors
- This building is not air-conditioned
Room Specs for a Typical Double Room
Room Size: 11'7" x 15'5"
Window Size:4' x 5'9"
Ceiling Height: 8'3"
Our Mission Statement
The Office of Residence Life at James Madison University is committed to designing and maintaining a caring environment that encourages academic success, respect, personal growth and responsibility to one's community.
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