Housing
Residence hall options at Malone University
At Malone, your living experience is an important part of your personal and academic journey. With a range of housing options — from traditional residence halls to suite-style living — you’ll find a supportive, welcoming community that feels like home. We love living and learning together in community, and our housing spaces have been designed to help you thrive while you’re here.
It is important to us that campus living strengthens your relationships and promotes Christ-like hospitality. Making your home in the center of it all allows you to feel more a part of the Malone community and able to fully participate in everything Malone has to offer.
We can’t wait to welcome you home!
Your resident assistant (RA) and resident director (RD)
Malone staffs five full-time professionals who serve as Resident Directors. These individuals are passionate about maintaining an uplifting residence hall environment to support the mission of Malone University.
Each hall is also assigned multiple student leaders who serve as Resident Assistants. These individuals are committed to fostering a safe, welcoming community where residents can grow in all aspects of their lives.
More than just a place to sleep
Blossom Hall
Blossom Hall houses women who reside in suites where two double rooms are joined by a shared bathroom. Rooms are carpeted, air conditioned, equipped with loftable furniture, and wireless internet. Study rooms and lounges are located on each floor. Laundry machines are free to residents in each building.
Programs in Blossom
BLOSSOM MANOR
Blossom Manor is a building-wide fall festival in October where residents decorate their rooms, dress up, and invite others on campus to explore building by playing games, solving mysteries, enjoying snacks, collecting candy, and more.
BLOSSOM THANKSGIVING DINNER
Each November, Blossom residents host a special Thanksgiving dinner with invited guests of female faculty and staff members. Everyone contributes a dish and enjoys a bountiful feast as we celebrate what we’re thankful for in our lives.
Blossom Room Specifications
Each room contains: a bed, desk and chair, clothes closet and drawers, overhead light, desk light and draperies. Each hall contains a TV lounge, laundry facilities, microwave, water fountains and vending machines.
- Door Dimensions: 33¼”
- Room Dimensions: 10′ x 11′
- Bed Dimensions: 81½” x 36″ (**Building lofts in Blossom Hall is not permitted because they are provided.)
- Mattress: 36″ x 80″
- Ceiling Height: 10′
Blossom Hall Floor Plan
Fox Hall
Fox is a traditional-style men’s residence hall, housing first-year students and upperclassmen alike. These rooms are doubles, and bathrooms are shared by the residents of each corridor. Each floor has a common lounge. Fox does not have air conditioning.
Programs in Fox
DAVENPORT DERBY
Most people just sit on couches, but here in Fox, we encourage people to stick wheels on them and race them. This event requires only fun and creativity, where groups of students will decorate a couch with a specific theme in mind and race them against other teams. Costumes are a big deal and fun is had by all!
FOX
As the school year starts to wind down, there is a desire to kick back and relax. Here at Fox, we do that in fine fashion, complete with watch parties for our favorite athletic events and Bible studies on a regular basis to connect as men over the Word of God.
Fox Room Specifications
Each room contains a bed, desk and chair, clothes closet and drawers, overhead light, desk light and draperies. Each hall contains a TV lounge, laundry facilities, microwave, water fountains and vending machines.
- Door Dimensions: 29”
- Room Dimensions: 15’3” x 9’6”
- Window Dimensions: 52” x 84”
- Bed Dimensions: 79 ¾” x 36 ½” **Bed dimensions may fluctuate slightly. We strongly recommend that you measure your bed frame prior to building your loft.
- Mattress: 36″ x 80″
- Ceiling Height: 8′
Loft Information
If you are interested in building your own loft for Fox Hall, it must meet the following criteria:
- Lofts are to be freestanding, at least 24” from the mattress to the ceiling, and at least 3′ away from entrances and exits for a clear, safe passageway.
- Lofts may not interfere with any electrical or safety devices.
- Lofts may not be larger than two single bed sleep surfaces.
- University furniture (including any built in desks) may not be used as part of the support structure for any part of the loft.
- Lofts are to be placed in the rooms within the first two weeks of the semester.
- Lofts will be inspected and approved by the Resident Director, who will assure all university requirements are met.
- All University furniture is to remain in the room and on the floor of the room (no sub-floors or mezzanine levels).
- Lofts must also follow the Room Modification guidelines in the Residence Life Booklets.
- Loft Permits must be submitted to your Resident Director before the third week of the semester.
Fox Hall Floor Plan
Haviland Hall
Haviland Hall is a women’s suite-style building. It mainly houses upper-class women who reside in suites where two double rooms are joined by a shared bathroom. Rooms are carpeted, air conditioned, and equipped with loftable furniture and wireless internet. Study rooms and lounges are located on each floor. Laundry machines are free to residents in each building. There is even a brand new yoga studio on the third floor!
Programs in Haviland
HAVILAND PERK
Like Phoebe Buffay sang “Smelly Cat,” residents have the opportunity to showcase their talents at this open mic night. Bring your own mug for a cup of coffee or tea and make sure not to miss it!
SOCK WRESTLING
This tradition is a little bizarre, but, between studying and going to classes, students need to let loose and laugh! Partners wrestle other partners, and the pair with socks still on wins. Prizes are awarded to our winning (and losing) pairs.
Haviland Room Specifications
Each room contains: a bed, desk and chair, clothes closet and drawers, overhead light, desk light and draperies. Each hall contains: TV lounge, laundry facilities, microwave, water fountains, and vending machines.
- Door Dimensions: 33¼”
- Room Dimensions: 10′ x 11′
- Bed Dimensions: 81½” x 36”
- **Building lofts in Haviland is not permitted because they are provided.
- Mattress: 36” x 80”
- Ceiling Height: 8′
Haviland Hall Floor Plan
Heritage Hall
Heritage Hall is a men’s suite-style building. It houses mainly upper-class men who reside in suites where two double rooms are joined by a shared bathroom. Rooms are carpeted, air conditioned, and equipped with loftable furniture and wireless internet. Study rooms and lounges are located on each floor. Laundry machines are free to residents in each building.
Programs in Heritage
HERITAGE CHRISTMAS HOUSE
This event celebrates the end of the fall semester and ushers in the beginning of the Christmas season. The entire building is transformed into a winter wonderland complete with mini golf, refreshments, and, of course, pictures with Santa!
Heritage Room Specifications
Each room contains: a bed, desk and chair, clothes closet and drawers, overhead light, desk light and draperies. Each hall contains a TV lounge, laundry facilities, microwave, water fountains, and vending machines.
- Door Dimensions: 33¼”
- Room Dimensions: 10′ x 11′
- Bed Dimensions: 81½” x 36″ **Building lofts in Heritage is not permitted because they are provided.
- Mattress: 36″ x 80″
- Ceiling Height: 8′
Heritage Hall Floor Plan
Woolman & Whittier Halls
Woolman and Whittier Halls are women’s traditional style buildings. They typically house freshman women, but the community is so endearing that many want to return year after year! Residents are housed in double rooms that are carpeted and equipped with loftable furniture and wireless internet. There are community bathrooms in each corridor. Lounges are found on every floor. These buildings have no air conditioning. There is a laundry room on the first floor of Whittier Hall that is free to all residents.
Programs in Woolman and Whittier
Fall Harvest Party
A celebration at the end of October to enjoy everything we love about fall – bobbing for apples, a caramel apple bar, cider, and leaves! Residents gather in our unique shared lounge, Myers’ Lounge, and take part in fall activities.
Galentine’s Day
This is a new event for women residents campus-wide Residents of Blossom, Heritage, Woolman, and Whittier Halls come together around Valentine’s Day to celebrate female friendships and sisterhood!
Woolman and Whittier Room Specifications
Each room contains: a bed, desk and chair, clothes closet and drawers, overhead light, desk light and draperies. Each hall contains a TV lounge, laundry facilities, microwave, water fountains, and vending machines.
- Door Dimensions: Whittier-33”, Woolman-29”
- Room Dimensions: Woolman-15’6” x 8’8”, Whittier-16’6” x 8’6”
- Window Dimensions: Woolman-37” x 84”, Whittier-45” x 84”
- Bed Dimensions: Woolman/Whittier-81” x 36” **Bed dimensions may fluctuate slightly. We strongly recommend that you measure your bed frame prior to building your loft.
- Mattress: 36” x 80”
- Ceiling Height: 8′
Loft Information
If you are interested in building your own loft for Woolman or Whittier Hall, it must meet the following criteria:
- Lofts are to be freestanding, at least 24” from the mattress to the ceiling, and at least 3′ away from entrances and exits for a clear, safe passageway.
- Lofts may not interfere with any electrical or safety devices.
- Lofts may not be larger than two single bed sleep surfaces.
- University furniture (including any built in desks) may not be used as part of the support structure for any part of the loft.
- Lofts are to be placed in the rooms within the first two weeks of the semester.
- Lofts will be inspected and approved by the Resident Director, who will assure all university requirements are met.
- All University furniture is to remain in the room and on the floor of the room (no sub-floors or mezzanine levels).
- Lofts must also follow the Room Modification guidelines in the Residence Life Booklets.
- Loft Permits must be submitted to your Resident Director before the third week of the semester.
Woolman & Whittier Floor Plans
Things to Bring
This list will help you prepare for life in Malone’s residence halls. It’s a good idea to wait until you have moved in to see what you really need before you bring or buy everything on the list. We also strongly encourage you to talk to your roommate(s) as you determine what to pack or buy. Many items such as a couch, television, refrigerator, etc, can be shared.
Things that are provided
- An extra-long twin bed (36″X 80″) mattresses are extra-long, 80-inch, twin
- Closet/chest of drawers
- Desk and chair
- Desk light
- Face mirror (full-length mirrors are in hallways)
Things you should bring
- Pillows
- Blanket/comforter
- Twin sheets to fit extra-long mattress (36x 80-inches long)
- Alarm Clock
- Power strips (multiple outlets with surge protectors.)
- 3-prong extension cord
- Hangers
- Towels & washcloths
- Bible
- Desk supplies (stapler, planner, paper, pens, pencils, scissors, post-it notes)
- Backpack or book bag
- Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, towel, flip-flops, shower caddy)
- First aid kit (prescriptions, Tylenol, Pepto Bismol, cough syrup, band-aids)
- Wastebasket and trash bags
- 3M Command Strips and Hooks (no tape allowed on dorm walls or doors)
- Cleaning supplies
- Laundry supplies (detergent, dryer sheets, laundry basket). The washers and dryers are free!
Things you might want to bring
- Computer and printer
- Fan
- Sports Equipment
- Bike or rollerblades
- Snacks, plate, bowl, mugs, cups, flatware, silverware, can opener
- Posters/pictures and poster mount that can be affixed to the wall without nails (Command hooks)
- Television/electronic equipment
- Headphones/earbuds
- Tissues, paper towels
- Camera
- Calendar/Planner
- Stamps and stationary
- Extra set of car keys
- Floor mat (although it cannot be kept in the hallway)
- Umbrella or rain coat
- Couch, chair, futon
- Board games or playing cards
- Small tool kit
- Small sewing kit
- Small refrigerator (no more than 3.6 cubic feet)
- Memo board (dry erase board)
- Small Vacuum
- Winter time: keep a bag of salt and a small snow shovel in your car
Things you should NOT bring
- Electrical appliances with exposed heating elements
- Microwave oven
- Toaster/toaster oven
- Oil corn popper
- Hot plates, grill (including George Foreman-types of grills)
- Space heater
- Candles, candle warmers, oil lamps, incense, or any devices that use open flames
- Lamps
- Air conditioner
- Halogen lamp
- Pets (except fish in a tank no larger than 20 gallons)
- Fireworks of any kind
- Weapons
- 2-prong extension cords
- Additional desks or beds
Parent / Student FAQs
What kind of furniture does Malone provide?
There is a bed, desk, chair, dresser, drapes, overhead lights, and a desk light available in our residence hall rooms.
May I bring a loft?
Our residence hall rooms have beds that can be lofted. However, should you still wish to build your own for Woolman, Whittier, and Fox halls, you will need to obtain a Loft Permit from the Residence Life staff upon arrival at Malone.
Loft specifications include:
• top surface must be at least 24″ from the ceiling and at least 3′ from the door
• it may not interfere with any electrical or safety devices
• lofts must be placed in the rooms within the first two weeks of the semester
• all University furniture must remain in the room
• mattresses are 36” x 80”
• lofts must be free-standing and not supported by university furniture
What do I need to know about bringing my own computer?
You will need a network or ethernet card installed in your computer in order to access the internet through Malone’s network. Most recent models already come with this installed; if not, they are available at the bookstore and Information Technologies staff can install it for you. All residence halls are equipped with wireless internet. If your computer is not wireless-capable, you will also need a network cord, available for purchase in the bookstore. Malone offers wireless capabilities in various other locations across campus.
What if I want or need a single room?
We do have single rooms available for incoming and returning students. These premium spaces are available for an additional $1000/semester. Simply mark your interest on your New Student Housing Questionnaire (under the Admissions-Candidate tabs on your Malone Xpress) and it will update in our system automatically. If space becomes limited, the University will consolidate single rooms as needed (all those affected will be notified). All University furniture must stay in the room.
How are the rooms in Blossom Hall furnished?
Blossom Hall is a women’s upperclassmen hall that is set up in suites, where two double rooms are joined by a shared bathroom. Rooms are typically 10′ x 11′, carpeted, and equipped with loftable furniture. Study rooms and lounges are located on each floor. BH has central air conditioning.
Blossom Hall contains a TV lounge, laundry facilities, and vending machines. Each room is provided with a bed, desk and chair, clothes closet and drawers, overhead light, desk light, and draperies (WWF) or vertical blinds (HH & LH). All items are to remain in your room.
How are the rooms in Heritage Hall furnished?
Heritage Hall houses men who reside in suites, where two double rooms are joined by a shared bathroom. Rooms are typically 10′ x 11′, carpeted, and equipped with loftable furniture. Study rooms and lounges are located on each floor. HH has central air conditioning.
Heritage Hall contains a TV lounge, laundry facilities, and vending machines. Each room is provided with a bed, desk and chair, clothes closet and drawers, overhead light, desk light, and draperies (WWF) or vertical blinds (HH & LH). All items are to remain in your room.
How are the rooms in Haviland Hall furnished?
Haviland Hall houses women who reside in suites where two double rooms are joined by a shared bathroom. Each bedroom also has its own sink. Rooms are 10′ x 11′, carpeted, and equipped with loftable furniture. Study rooms and lounges are located on every floor.
Haviland Hall contains a TV lounge, laundry facilities, and vending machines. Each room is provided with a bed, desk and chair, clothes closet and drawers, overhead light, desk light, and draperies (WWF) or vertical blinds (HH & LH). All items are to remain in your room.
How are the rooms in Woolman, Whittier, and Fox Halls furnished?
Woolman & Whtiiter are traditional residence halls for freshmen and upper-class women. Rooms vary slightly in size. Woolman Hall rooms are 15′ 6″ x 8′ 8″, with window dimensions of 37″ length x 84″ width. Whittier Hall rooms are 16′ 6″ x 8′ 6″, with window dimensions of 45″ length x 84″ width. Fox Hall rooms are 15′ 3″ x 9′ 6″ with window dimensions 52″ length x 84″ width. Most rooms are doubles, although there are some exceptions. Each corridor shares a large bathroom. WWF halls do not have central air conditioning.
Each residence hall contains a TV lounge, laundry facilities, and vending machines. Each room is provided with a bed, desk and chair, clothes closet and drawers, overhead light, desk light, and draperies (WWF) or vertical blinds (HH & LH). All items are to remain in your room.
What are the door dimensions in each hall?
• Heritage – 33-1/4″
• Suite Door: 29-1/2″
• Haviland – 33″
• Woolman – 29″
• Whitter – 33″
What are the bed dimensions in each hall?
• Heritage Hall: 81 1/2″ x 36″
• Woolman/Whittier Halls: 81″ x 36″
• Fox Hall: 79 3/4″ x 36 1/2″
(not including tabs attached to wooden head & footboards app. 1 1/2″)
What room modifications are permitted?
Students who wish to bring or build their own loft beds must submit a completed Loft Permit to the Resident Director. The structure will then be checked to see that it meets the University requirements for space and safety. All lofts must be assembled within the first two weeks of each semester. Lofts are permitted in WWF only. All residence hall furniture must remain in the room throughout the entire academic year.
What room modifications are restricted?
• Nothing anchored in the room may be detached from the wall or floor
• No room modifications can extend out into the hallway
• No modification may block a room entrance/exit – minimum 3′ clearance width
• No filling of the walls, ceilings, floors, or woodwork, is permitted
• No painting of the room, or any of its contents
• Please do not block either the upper or lower vents of the room’s heating unit
• No nails are to be used in any University furniture, wall, ceiling, or floor
What if my student has a problem with his/her room in the residence hall?
The Resident Director (RD) and Resident Assistants (RA) in each building are dedicated to fostering a safe, welcoming community where residents can grow in all aspects of their lives. If there is a problem with your student’s room, they should contact the RA on their floor and the RD in their building.
