Marshall University - Department of Residence Services

Residence Hall Programming

Some examples of previous programming include:

Conducting edible science projects

Taking jujitsu lessons

Enjoying a free massage

Performing in an "American Idol" style talent contest

Playing African-American trivia

Learning how to maintain a car properly

Receiving advice from experts on how to apply to graduate school

Not all of these are the kinds of experiences that students and parents typically associate with a college education, but they are all activities students in Marshall's residence halls have enjoyed when they participate in hall programs. Programs are social, recreational, or educational activities provided exclusively to students who live in the residence halls. Each hall staff plans programs that their residents will benefit from and enjoy.

Programs serve several purposes:

First, they provide opportunities for residents in a building or floor to get to know one another and feel part of a residential community.

Programs also provide students the opportunity to get to know a variety of other people associated with the Marshall and Huntington communities.

Professors, staff, and other local professionals and experts often volunteer their time to facilitate programs, which allow students the opportunity to interact with people they might otherwise only know in a limited context.

Programs are designed to be educational, and will expose residents to activities and information they may not otherwise encounter, helping them to grow personally and discover new interests. And finally, programs are fun.

They often include a hands-on activity for participants to enjoy.

We encourage students to participate in the programs and activities offered in our residence halls. Programs usually take place where residents live-right in their own building or even on their own floor. And, as if there were not enough reasons for students to participate in programs already, many programs offer complimentary snacks or pizza to their participants!

The Department of Residence Services staff is always looking for innovative programming ideas. If you have an idea for a program, please let your floor Resident Advisor or building Resident Director know, or email us.