Quick Facts
- Coed
- Loftable furniture
- Air conditioned
- Semi-private bathrooms
Walk-Through Video
For a detailed walk-through of Botsford/Swinford Hall, watch this video.
Located in the new north residential neighborhood, Botsford/Swinford provides students with easy access to academic buildings, and the Jo Ann Gora Student Recreation and Wellness Facility. Renovated in 2015, Botsford/Swinford is the home of the CCIM and Emerging Media Living-Learning Communities.
Botsford/Swinford and Schmidt/Wilson Rooms and Rates - 2021-22
Room Type |
21 Meal Plan |
18 Meal Plan |
14 Meal Plan |
10 Meal Plan |
Double Room | $11,544 | $11,456 | $11,076 | $10,158 |
Single use of a Double Room* | $13,428 | $13,340 | $12,960 | $12,042 |
Single Room | $12,920 | $12,832 | $12,452 | $11,534 |
| Triple Room | $11,544 | $11,456 | $11,076 | $10,158 |
Amenities
Facilities
- Game room
- Music room
- Computer lab
- Fitness room
- Lounges
- Test kitchen
- Media labs
- Equipment room
Furniture
- Desk
- Chair
- Bed
- Closet
- Dresser
- Trash can
Technology
- Wireless Internet
- Wired Internet
- PCs (in Computer Lab)
- Macs (in Computer Lab)
- Printer (in Computer Lab)
Dining
This residence hall does not feature an eat-in food service, but the following Dining facilities are nearby.
On top of the many amenities we provide, we strive to serve all students, including students who are transgender, those with disabilities, and students of any age.
Learn more.
CCIM and Emerging Media Community
The College of Communication, Information, and Media Living-Learning Community is for students pursuing majors in the College of Communication, Information, and Media. Students living in this community can expect an environment that focuses on exploring the different majors and careers associated with communication, information, and media.
Makerspace and Resources
- Camera Kits
- Lighting and Sounds Kits
- Green Screen Room
- Photo and Video Editing Software
Majors
Majors housed within the Communications LLC include (but are not limited to):
- Advertising
- Communication Studies
- Journalism
- Journalism Teaching
- Public Relations
- Telecommunications (Pre-TCOM)
Programming
- “Dogs and Donuts” Hosted in Collaboration with the Emerging Media LLC and the Department of Communications and Information Media.
- Trainings on Using equipment relevant to the field
- Networking Opportunities with Campus partners and professionals in the field.
Partners
- College of Communication, Information, and Media
- Career Center
- Academic Advising
- Digital Corps
Our Living-Learning Communities are part of a university-wide set of programs that provide a supportive environment for freshmen, which has been recognized by “U.S. News & World Report” since 2004. Learn more.
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