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First-Year Residence Halls

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Residence Hall Features and Amenities
The convenient residence hall amenity fee covers the following features:

  • In-room access to the University Wireless Internet
  • Unlimited use of the laundry facilities in each residence hall
  • Microfridge (refrigerator, freezer, and microwave unit) in each room
  • Access to complimentary high definition cable (88 channels)
  • Air Conditioning provided in every Residence Hall

Founders Hall

Founders Hall was renovated during Summer 2018. The remodel of Founders includes updated bathrooms, electronic keycard access for every room, laundry located on every floor, an updated kitchen, and new lounge furniture.

Founders Hall, conveniently located in close proximity to the Library and Academic building, features double occupancy rooms housing 160 first-year residents. This residence hall is co-ed by floor. The lower level lounge offers use of a full-service kitchen, large screen TV, pool table and a ping pong table. A study area for residents’ use is located on the first floor. Founders Hall is an alcohol-free environment. Average room dimensions are 13' x 12'.

  • First-Year hall
  • Traditional style setting
  • Double rooms
  • Co-ed by floor
  • Alcohol-free
  • Building amenities include common lounge, pool table, ping pong table, vending machines, TV, kitchen and laundry
  • Total occupancy: 160 students
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Resident Life Coordinator

Name: Erin Cunningham

Major: MBA Master's in Business Administration. Received my Bachelors in Aviation Administration and Public Policy

Year in school: First year in graduate school

Favorite TV show or movie: New Girl and Numb3rs

Hobbies: Reading, traveling, and trying new foods

Why you became an RLC: I became an RLC to help support the Reslife team and guide the RAs through training and difficult situations that will arise. I look forward to working with those equally passionate to support their residents academically, socially, and mentally that provide them with the best experience possible at Lewis University. As an RLC I strive to build a community that is safe and welcoming to all.


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Resident Assistant

Name: Husam Aldajah

Major: Biology

Year in school: Sophomore 

Favorite Movie: Prison Break

Hobbies: Volleyball, working out at the gym, watching movies

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to support students throughout college life, be better connected to the Lewis community, and gain valuable skills and experiences I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Resident Assistant

Name: Grace Barnes

Major: Aviation Flight Technology

Year in school:  Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: Criminal Minds or S.W.A.T.

Hobbies: Reading

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to be able to help the school community and to gain more experience in leadership roles.

Resident Assistant

Name: Emily Lindemann

Major: Physics and Aerospace Engineering

Year in school:  Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: NCIS

Hobbies: Mountain Biking with my brother, reading, and watching hockey

Why you became an RA: I really want to help incoming first-year make the smoothest transition into college life they can so they can have the best experience at Lewis. Living away from home for the first time is a little daunting, so I want to make sure that each student can feel at home while they're away.

Resident Assistant

Name: Jimmy Sommerville

Major: Special education

Year in school: Sophomore 

Favorite Movie: Breaking Bad

Hobbies: I play on the lacrosse team here at Lewis

Why you became an RA: To help ensure everyone has a good experience living in the residence halls.


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Sheil Hall

This unique residence hall is the oldest building on campus and still well suited for first-year style community living. Sheil Hall offers double occupancy rooms for 140 first-year residents. This residence hall is co-ed by floor. A lower level lounge features a large screen TV, pool table, and a ping pong table. while the second floor lounge provides a full-service kitchen and study area. Sheil hall is in close proximity to the JFK Student Recreation and Fitness Center, Charlie’s Place, Memorial Hall, and Chapel. Several coaches from Lewis University Athletics have their offices and the men’s lacrosse team has their locker room in the lower level of Sheil Hall. Sheil Hall is an alcohol-free environment. Average room dimensions starting at 10'2" x 10'.

  • First-year hall
  • Traditional style setting
  • Double rooms
  • Co-ed by floor
  • Alcohol-free
  • Building amenities include common lounge, pool table, ping pong table,  vending machines, TV, kitchen and laundry
  • Total occupancy: 123 students
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Resident Life Coordinator

Name: Jamie McGinnes

Major: Finance

Year in school: Graduate

Favorite TV show or movie: Hunger Games/Prison Break

Hobbies: Playing/watching soccer, running and spending time with friends.

Why you became an RLC: To engage and connect with the campus environment at Lewis, whilst creating a safe and supportive community for the students on campus. I will work alongside my fellow RLC's and RA's collaboratively to ensure the best possible living experience is provided within the residence halls on campus.


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Resident Assistant

Name: Sofia Haro

Major: Forensic Criminal Investigation

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite Movie: Mama Mia!

Hobbies: Running, listening to music, animal crossing, podcasts

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to become more engaged in Lewis. Being an RA allows you to connect with other students as well as help others which helps make Lewis feel like a community.

Resident Assistant

Name: Jayme Momie

Major: Human Resources Management

Year in school: Junior

Favorite TV show or movie: Manifest

Hobbies: Reading, writing, exercising, listening to music, gardening, watching movies, and road tripping

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to create a safe space for students in the residence halls, as well as making sure that the residents have a warm and welcoming environment within the community. Also, I became an RA to spread diversity through the residence halls by creating different programs to learn about new cultures and different backgrounds. 

Resident Assistant

Name: Nicolas Paredes

Major: Computer science

Year in school: Senior 

Favorite Movie: Dragon Ball Z

Hobbies: Basketball/Video games

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to better connect with everyone on campus and create a safe space for all to be around.

Resident Assistant

Name: Sebastian Stoerzer

Major: Aviation Flight Technology

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: The Green Mile, South Park, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia

Hobbies: Running, going to the gym, going on walks, yoga, cooking

Why you became an RA: Being in college is an unforgettable experience in your life, and I want to help students have a memorable and great time at Lewis and in the residence halls. I also know from experience how important it is to have good RAs and wish to build upon that.


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South Hall

South Hall features single occupancy rooms for 40 first-year residents. Study lounges are available on each floor, and a full-service kitchen is located on the fourth floor. This residence hall is co-ed by floor. South Hall is adjacent to the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, convenient for nursing majors. South Hall is an alcohol-free environment. Average room dimensions are 8'4" x 12'

  • First-year hall
  • Traditional style setting
  • Single rooms
  • Co-ed by floor
  • Rooms include a personal sink
  • Alcohol-free
  • Building amenities include common lounges, foosball table, ping pong table, vending machines, TV, kitchen and laundry
  • Total occupancy: 40 students
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Resident Life Coordinator

Name: Jamie McGinnes

Major: Finance

Year in school: Graduate

Favorite TV show or movie: Hunger Games/Prison Break

Hobbies: Playing/watching soccer, running and spending time with friends.

Why you became an RLC: To engage and connect with the campus environment at Lewis, whilst creating a safe and supportive community for the students on campus. I will work alongside my fellow RLC's and RA's collaboratively to ensure the best possible living experience is provided within the residence halls on campus.


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Resident Assistant

Name: Jason Bunales

Major: Accounting and Business Administration

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: The Emperor’s New Groove

Hobbies: Playing Volleyball and Working Out

Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I wanted to be a support resource for residents on campus, helping them feel welcomed on campus and help develop the sense of community on campus.

Resident Assistant

Name: Daisy Vargas

Major: Biology

Year in school: sophomore 

Favorite TV show or movie: Chicago Med 

Hobbies: I like to read, practice archery, and hangout with my friends in my free time.

Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I wanted to become more involved on campus and meet new people! 


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