Philosophy and Purpose
The residence life program at West Georgia is dedicated
to assisting students in their overall personal development while accomplishing
a three-fold purpose: providing 1) clean comfortable housing, 2) academic
support, and 3) education al and social opportunities for the residents.
Policies which govern the residence halls and the opportunities provided
for student involvement in the governance of the residential communities
are created in keeping with the purposes of residence life.
West Georgia operates ten residence halls which vary in style, size,
and age. A close relationship between the Director of Residence Life and
the Director of Operations and Grounds is maintained in order to insure
that these residence halls are kept clean and operational. Students are
encouraged to report maintenance and housekeeping problems to the hall
staff to be passed on to the Operations and Grounds personnel.
The residence life staff recognizes that the primary reason students
come to West Georgia is to complete a degree. In order to increase the
chances for success, the residence life office provides a variety of services
which are designed to assist the students. Courtesy and quiet hours are
maintained in each residence hall to help create an environment conducive
to study and sleep. Additionally, a series of programs is provided in
the residence halls which assist in academic skills such as note taking,
test taking and studying.
Perhaps the most prominent purpose in the residence halls is that of assisting
students in their own personal growth and development. Numerous social
and educational programs are presented in the residence halls to encourage
residents to explore values and social relationships and to apply classroom
learning to real-life situations. Additionally, students are encouraged
to become involved in the governance structure within the residence halls.
Hall Government provides numerous opportunities for growth and the development
of leadership skills.
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