Building Features
Slivka, as the newest residence hall on campus, features the following:
- Recreation lounge
- Music practice room
- Seminar room
- Study lounge
- Underground laundry room
- Underground bike storage
- Discovery Room
- Kitchenettes on every floor
- Suite-styled residence
- Lounges in every suite
- Chairs
- Sofa
- Table
- Two (2) bathrooms for each suite (four people to a bathroom); each includes
- One (1) shower
- Two (2) sinks
- One (1) toliet
- Hanging racks for towels, wash cloths
- Under-the-sink cabinets
- Lounges in every suite
- Wired and wireless "switched-100-Ethernet" (one of the fastest on campus)
- ports in every room, including the laundry and Discovery Rooms
- Carpeted floors
- Elevator (disabled during the academic year; can be used to transport bikes during the year)
- Vending machines
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Recreation "Rec" Lounge The Recreation Lounge is the social room of Slivka. Located on the 2nd floor, the "Rec Lounge" is easily accessible and is equipped with a pool table, a ping-pong table, and a foosball table. In addition, the large-screen TV accompanied with VCR and DVD players is perfect for watching a football game or enjoying a night filled with movies.
The Rec Lounge is the main meeting room for Slivka and is commonly used for house meetings, firesides, and other large social events. |
Discovery RoomThe Discovery Room was built for students to cooperate in further research. Located in the basement, the "DR" is often used for larger study groups. Most interesting is the equipment in the DR which includes three computers, a laser printer (ink included; paper not included), an analog oscilloscope, a laminator, and other apparati.
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Music RoomThe Music Room is a place for students to continue their musical endeavors. Located in the basement, the Music Room features two pianos - a digital and an acoustic upright piano. Additionally, there is a computer with recording software so that you can mix your own masterpieces. Lastly, the Music Room is equipped with sound blocks, a mirror, and a music stand to accompany any of the musical instruments.
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Study LoungeThe Study Lounge is the primary study area for Slivkans. Located on the first floor, the Study Lounge allows students to both study independently or cooperate with each other. This room provides an option from studying in the dorm rooms and allows student to interact with others in their classes. It's also just a great place to take a break in between classes!
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Seminar RoomThe Seminar Room is most commonly used as an additional study room, offering more quiet than the Study Lounge but without the comfort. Located on the first floor, the Seminar Room facilitates cooperative study and group meetings. On occasion, the Seminar Room is used as a classroom for Slivka-exclusive courses - this environment enables a deeper understanding that a large classroom cannot offer. Lastly, the several windows provide ample outdoor light and a peaceful atmosphere that promotes study and learning.
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Bike StorageThe Bike Room provides an ideal place for Slivkans to park their bikes. Located in the basement, the Bike Room protects the bikes from the weather. To protect the bikes from theft, access is only allowed with a valid key. Each parking spot additionally has a cable which can be locked onto the bike.
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Laundry RoomThe Laundry Room allows Slivkans to wash their laundry in a convenient location. Located in the basement, the Laundry Room features five washing machines and six dryers. Each machine costs $1 and can be operated by coins or by the student's WildCARD. A Cash-to-Card machine is provided to add balance to the WildCARD. Additionally, two laundry sinks are installed for the students' convenience. Lastly, a folding table, chairs, and ethernet ports are provided to facilitate the laundry process.
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KitchenettesEach floor has a fully functional kitchenette that allows residents to at least try to cook their own meals. Each kitchenette features:
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