Housing Office Emerson Hall

Panoramic views of the Santa Barbara Channel Islands and the Santa Ynez Mountains greet the residents of Emerson each day. Perched at the very top of campus, this two-story building features four split-level living areas, each with a traditional hallway to which all the rooms open. The two upper floors have high, angled ceilings, a popular feature that provides a roomy interior and extra storage possibilities.

Fast Facts

⦿ Room Type: doubles

⦿ Dimensions: 192 sq ft/room, 12' x 14'

⦿ Hall Type: long hallway style with communal bathrooms

⦿ Building Type: 4 floors with men and women on alternating floors

⦿ Rooms Include: 2 adjustable beds with twin XL mattresses, 2 desks and chairs, 2 dressers, 2 closets, 1 trash bin, & 1 recycling bin, curtains

The beautiful outdoor patio boasts views of the Channel Islands, a gas grill, and outdoor lights, creating a fun atmosphere with great opportunities for community building. Around 100 first year students and sophomores call Emerson home each year. Men and women occupy alternate floors. Rooms are double occupancy. Each floor has its own centrally located laundry room and community bathroom. Emerson features special accessibility to comply with the provisions of the Americans with Disability Act.

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Resident Director

Owen Marcus

Hey-O! My name is Owen and I am the Resident Director of Emerson Hall and the Global Leadership Center. I graduated from Westmont College in 2021 with a History degree. As a Resident Director of two halls, I am excited to be in a space where I can live amongst Westmont's newest students, encouraging community membership, yet also serving those who are preparing to leave Westmont's campus.

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