Housing and Residence Life

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Next up, we’re gonna catch up with Diego, a senior mechanical engineering major all the way from Venezuela. He’s gonna share a glimpse into the all important housing and residence life on campus. You’re not gonna believe the amenities at your fingertips in the residence halls and on campus apartments. Diego, please show us around.

– Thanks Alex. Howdy, everyone. I always wanted to leave my hometown in Venezuela to find a new adventure. I chose the University of South Indiana because it has a beautiful campus, such unique and diverse community and an excellent engineering program. I can definitely say that I found my home away from home. At USI that home for many of our students is our campus housing. It’s a place that you can definitely call your own. Whether you live in the residence halls your first year or in the on campus apartments, you’ll never have to share a bathroom with more than one other person. That’s awesome. Just as important as where you sleep is where you eat. At the Loft, we have access to a variety of options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. So no matter your preference you’ll find something to enjoy. There’s also other food options on campus and convenience items at the C-Store, your one stop shop or all your housing needs. The housing staff all work very, very hard to make sure everyone feels welcome in the community. As a former resident assistant myself, I was able to get to know and connect with many different students on campus and help them all feel welcome in the community and their new home. As a mechanical engineering student, I’m able use my skills to help others. Recently, a team of us traveled to West Virginia to build a vehicular bridge for a community damaged by floods. As a president of the Engineers in Action chapter at USI I’ve learned invaluable skills while working for people who really needed our help and this is what matters. I’ve learned so much at USI. One of the characteristics that I love the most is that it doesn’t matter where you come from, you’re welcome here. I’ve learned that you need to pursue your dreams and help others achieve theirs. I’ve learned that together, we can make this world a better place. Thank you USI. Thank you for everything. That’s my story, back to you Alex.

– What a wonderful story Diego. Thank you. I have a feeling your servant leadership is gonna take you to a lot of new places. And wow, campus living looks a lot different than what I when is in college, and now I am very hungry. Great work.