The 2011-2012 school year is in full swing at the University of Mississippi and the Luckyday Residential College is no exception, hard at work bridging the gap between students and faculty.
Now in year two of operation, the LRC provides scholars at Ole Miss a unique living environment designed to be more conducive to active studying. "This residence hall is very quiet. Students who prefer a more lively and energetic feel may not like the sedate environment, but I think it helps set students up for success." says Dr. Ethel Young-Minor, senior faculty fellow of the LRC.
Approximately 1 in 17 applicants for residency is accepted, and the process is quite competitive. Applications are reviewed based on GPA, academic and extracurricular involvement, as well as community service and what each applicant feels they can contribute to the LRC community.
Upon acceptance, the LRC boasts a number of exclusive perks for its residents: private dining hall, personal fitness room, fully equipped laundry center, and more. "But what really sets the LRC out from the rest is how this building connects students and faculty. It adds more depth to learning," Dr. Young-Minor says. Faculty-led events for residents can be seen happening every day, such as Pilates groups in the fitness room or salsa dancing classes in the courtyard.
The closest connection between students and staff is with Dr. Young-Minor, who lives with her family in the residence hall. "My children are benefitting from living in an academic environment where students are striving for success. Our LRC students have been very supportive of them, and [my kids] love watching what college life is like."
Walk downstairs to the LRC dining hall any time of any day, and chances are you will see many things: students and professors engaging in enriching conversation, Dr. Young-Minor giving academic advice over a salad, children giggling and eating ice cream cones...all blending together to form the Luckyday Residential College community.
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