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The Housing Application is open for new and transfer students on October 1st. Students can apply for housing once they have been admitted to the university. 

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There are many housing options across campus. Make sure to check out all we have to offer!

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Living on campus is not just about the amenities, it’s about the community! Learn more about how you can get involved. 

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Wondering how the housing process works?

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Want to learn about getting involved in your hall or who to contact about a problem? 

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There are many services available to residents. Make sure to take advantage of all the resources. 

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Events

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2025-2026 Housing Contract Priority Period

Incoming freshmen for the Fall 2025/Spring 2026 academic year, should return to their Housing Portal to complete their housing contract between April 2 at 10am and April 30 at 11:59pm CT in order to maintain their housing priority. For…

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Good Friday/Spring Holiday

All university offices will be closed for the Good Friday/Spring holiday. Students should contact their RA or RA on Duty as needed, or emergency services in the event of an emergency.

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Roommate Search & Selection Closes

Prospective student have the ability to search for and choose a roommate between December 2 and May 9. After May 9, students will not have the ability to choose or adjust their roommate. Students are not required to select a roommate,…

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Residence Halls Close for Spring 2025

Students, make sure you meet with your RA leading up to moving out to get the check-out procedures. Failure to do so will result in improper check-out charges. Additional charges may also apply if damages are assessed.

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Maymester Session Move-In

Students enrolled in Maymester session may move-in beginning at 2:00pm CST at Griffis Hall.

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Online Room Selection (OLRS) - Round 1

Fall 2025 First-Time In College (FTIC) students who have completed their housing application by April 1 at 11:59pm CT, and also completed their housing contract between April 2 at 10:00 through April 30 at 11:59pm CT, will qualify to…

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Dei Allard, Executive Director of Housing and Residence Life

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Our Staff

Link to profile for Dei Allard

Executive Director of Housing and Residence Life
Phone number for Dei Allard: 662-325-3555

Link to profile for Jessica Thornton

Director for Business Operations & Guest Services
Phone number for Jessica Thornton: 662-325-3555

Link to profile for Dante Hill

Director for Facilities & Maintenance
Phone number for Dante Hill: 662-325-2569

Link to profile for Calvin Mosley

Director for Residence Education
Phone number for Calvin Mosley: 662-325-3555
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