Lavender Living

About

UR’s Lavender Living Community is a student-initiated, thematic, living-learning community designed to provide an affirming space for LGBTQ+ students and their allies within residential life. Our aim is to foster wellness, encourage openness, and support LGBTQ+ community-building initiatives both on and off campus.

What does it entail?

Students live together in a block of rooms in Lakeview Hall with a designated RA from the community.  Your participation in the community also includes:

• A Lavender Living welcome bag with t-shirt and goodies
• A kickoff pizza party the first week of each semester to get to know everyone and talk about the semester ahead
• Monthly communal meals cooked by rotating groups of Lavenders (3/semester)
• Service outings to LGBTQ+ local organizations (once/semester)
• Off-campus outings to an LGBTQ+ event or program (once/semester)
• Private workshops and meet & greets with LGBTQ+ speakers on campus
• Friendships that will last a lifetime!

Can I live in a single?

There are a few singles (in suites) available for students to reside in. Students will be housed in singles based on any approved accommodations, then by seniority. 

Can I study abroad?

Yes, you can study abroad for one semester and live in the Lavender Living Community for the other semester. There is a question on the application where you can indicate this. 

Applying

Who can apply? 

• Students of all genders and sexualities are encouraged to apply.  All Lavender Living housing is considered Gender-Flexible Housing.
• Rising sophomores, juniors, and senior students are eligible to apply.
• Anyone who could benefit from living with other LGBTQ+ students and allies should definitely apply.

How to apply? 

• Complete and submit a Housing Application and select Gender-Flexible Housing
• Complete and submit the Lavender Living Application
• Note: Applicants may be interviewed by the staff advisor

Timeline

• Lavender Living Application Deadline: Sunday, March 2^nd
• Interview Period (if needed): Monday, March 3^rd – Thursday, March 6^th
• Lavender Decisions Sent to Applicants: Friday, March 7^th
• Housing Application Deadline: Monday, March 10^th
• Roommate/Housing Selection: Early April (you will receive information directly from Residence Life & Housing regarding the exact day/time)