The new Residence Hall at Reedley College. (Photo courtesy of Conlan Spangler.)

In December, Reedley College officially unveiled the new Sequoia Residence Hall. The two-tone building, tucked in the quiet south corner of the campus, is able to house almost 150 students. The new hall replaces the previous 35-year-old residence hall.

The building, tucked in the quiet south corner of the campus, is able to house almost 150 students. The new hall replaces the previous, 35-year-old residence hall.

Each room in the new facility houses two students and includes two beds and mattresses with attached desks, as well as chairs and wardrobe closets. Some units include microwave/ refrigerator combinations. All rooms have individually-controlled heating and air-conditioning. The rest of the building includes a common recreation room, a six-station computer lab, and a full kitchen for student use. Each of the two floors contains separate restroom and laundry facilities.

The location of the hall is near the sports fields, providing residents access to a variety of recreational activities including outdoor tennis, basketball, volleyball, and racquetball. The gymnasium and swimming pool facilities are also available for use. In addition, several leisure activities are being planned by staff to offer relaxation and social interactions for residents.

But it’s not all fun and games for Sequoia Hall residents: courtesy hours are enforced from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m., requiring quiet conditions conducive to study and sleep. This encompasses the entire building, as well as the immediate vicinity. A number of security cameras onsite provide additional security.

In addition to the new construction, the Reedley College student center is undergoing extensive renovations including the addition of meeting rooms and study areas.

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