Where you live at Mizzou can affect every part of your day, from your sleep schedule and dining habits to who you kick it with in between classes. Things changed this past year with some dorms closing and new ones being built, but we got the 411 on the most popular residence halls at Mizzou. May Laws and Lathrop rest in peace.
1. Johnston Hall
Everyone bows down to this girls-only dorm at Mizzou as one of the nicest on campus due to its recent renovation in the past few years. You can’t beat its central location right across the street from the Student Center. Did we mention it also houses the EVA Success Thematic Learning Community? “I liked living in Johnston because it was very well kept and clean, and it smelled nice. Dorms with both boys and girls seemed dirtier and smellier. I also liked how I got closer with the girls on my floor because it was just us,” sophomore Maddie Douglass said. An Asian fusion restaurant, Sabai, also has a prime location for residents off of the first floor main lounge. When you’re down chowing down you can walk across the street to the Rec Center to burn off those drunken noodles.
Distance from library: 10-minute walk
Co-ed: No
Amenities: Full kitchen, take-out dining facility, study lounges on each floor, a computer lab
2. Wolpers Hall
Renovated in 2015, Wolpers sits directly across from Johnston hall, with two dining halls only a short walk away. Stop by Rollins, an all-you-can-eat dining hall, or Sabai anytime you want while living in this dorm. The central location and newly-renovated building makes the dorm popular among students who want somewhere fresh and new to live. Just imagine being in a slightly smaller Johnston with boys wandering the halls.
Distance from library: 8-minute walk
Co-ed: Yes
Amenities: New furniture and finishes, study rooms, lounge areas, full kitchen
3. Hudson and Gillett Hall
The Rollins lounge area connects these two residence halls that host very similar set ups with hallways that look almost the exact same. Rollins dining hall is also located just off of the main lounge area that the dorms share which houses an all-you-can-eat dining hall for breakfast and lunch. At night it transforms into a late night take-out option. The boneless buffalo wings? To die for. Plus, the relatively central location makes for minimal walking. “I liked that I could just get food when it got cold and I didn’t want to leave my dorm,” sophomore Gabi Georgieva said.
Distance from library: 11-minute walk
Co-ed: Yes
Amenities: A computer lab, dining hall, study rooms
4. Hawthorn, Galena and Dogwood Hall
Hawthorn, Galena and Dogwood take part in the nickname HawLeWood complex. Only steps away from the Mizzou Rec and Stankowski field, you couldn’t ask for a better location for intramural sports. We’re talking sand volleyball courts and a soccer field with a track. All three dorms sit on an open grassy circle drive area perfect for lounging or having a barbecue with a group of friends. “What I don’t like is that there is no printer. There needs to be consistency,” sophomore Joy Wilbourn said. Few downsides when it comes to HawLeWood.
Distance from library: 13-minute walk
Co-ed: Yes
Amenities: Study lounges, kitchen, open during academic breaks
5. Brooks Hall
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Brooks hall finished building for the 2016–2017 academic year so everything about it is brand new. The not-so-great location definitely makes for a lot of walking to central campus for class. When game day comes around, you’ll find yourself right in the middle of all the festivities. Brooks sits right across from Faurot Field and right off of Greek town. And you can’t miss out on everyone’s favorite all-you-can-eat dining hall, Dobbs Pavilion.
Distance from library: 13-minute walk
Co-ed: Yes
Amenities: Kitchen, study lounges, brand new
6. College Avenue Hall
College Avenue can be easily identified by its “aquarium,” aka the main lounge of the building completely surrounded by windows. College Avenue sits adjacent to Hatch hall which houses the’ beloved Baja Grill dining hall. If you cross a bridge, you can get access to the all-you-can-eat dining hall, Plaza 900. Don’t forget to say hi to Sandy.
Distance from library: 13-minute walk
Co-ed: Yes
Amenities: Open lounge areas, practice room, kitchen
7. Hatch and Schurz Hall
Although the hall’s claim to fame lies in its nickname Hatch Nasty, give Hatch a chance. Hatch makes up for its sketchiness with the cherished Baja Grill dining hall on the bottom floor. Say hello to quesadillas and nachos whenever you want them. The lounges and dorms are top-notch, but the hall does live up to the nickname occasionally, so beware of vomit. Some people have to agree with the ratchetness of Hatch Nasty. “I could hear people’s conversations through the vents,” sophomore Sawyer Burgess said. At least conversations are much better than late-night barf-sessions.
Distance from library: 13-minute walk
Co-ed: Yes
Amenities: Kitchen, lounges, computer lounge
8. Respect, Responsibility, Discovery and Excellence Hall
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Named to represent the values of the University, Discovery and Excellence lie just a few steps away from the all-you-can-eat dining hall, Plaza 900. An excellent discovery, if you will. Make sure to try the stir fry. The halls located in the complex connect by breezeways and bridges. “My favorite part about living in Discovery probably would have to be my floor mates and all the good times we had together. And the worst thing was my upstairs neighbor who like to play basketball between the hours of 1 and 2 a.m.,” sophomore Bailey Youngs said. Another plus, it’s not too far from main campus so you won’t get super sweaty walking to class.
Distance from the library: 14-minute walk
Co-ed: Yes
Amenities: Kitchen, study lounges, computer lounge, hard key
9. North, Center and South Hall
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These halls, North, Center and South, house athletes so you can guess why they sit near the athletic complexes (which also makes it a long way away from central campus). Since North, Center and South are basically a hike away from campus civilization, the halls house a convenience store to make it easy for students to get all of the essentials. No need for late-night CVS runs when you’re craving Doritos. Plus, Dobbs Pavilion dining hall lies only a short walk away if you find snack food can’t quite cut it.
Distance from the library: 16-minute walk
Co-ed: Yes
Amenities: Kitchen, study lounges, convenience store in hall
10. Mark Twain Hall
Do you want to eat hash browns and bacon every day without going out of your way? If you live at Mark Twain Hall, you’ll jump out of bed every morning, even for your 8 a.m. classes. The hall gives you easy access to the Mark on 5 Street dining hall (and its amazing brunch menu). You can go for a run on MKT trail or lounge in Peace Park located right near this residence hall. The hall reopened in 2013 after a remodel and houses students between seven floors. It has a prime location next to the College of Engineering, Education and Journalism. The distance from central campus may bum you out, but if all you sign up for class near the quad, you’re set.
Distance from library: 8-minute walk
Co-ed: Yes
Amenities: Kitchen, meeting room, study rooms, house lounges, practice room, computing site
