The Union Square Residence is on the list of historic landmarks and is a fine example of early twentieth century architectural design. The New School occupies four floors in a sixteen-story building which also houses local residents. Union Square residents are at the center of the hippest New York City neighborhood. The Union Square Park area also boasts some of most stimulating outdoor concerts, world-renowned farmers markets, cultural events and festivals, and premier restaurants in the City.

POPULATION Co-ed; first-time freshmen LOCATION & DESCRIPTION 31 Union Square West between 16th & 17th Sts 4 floors in 16-floor building; suite-style CAPACITY & LAYOUT 105 residents 4 to 6 suites per floor 3 to 8 persons per suite with large common area Double; Singles FURNISHINGS High lofted twin beds Each resident has desk, chair, dresser and/or wardrobe. KITCHEN & BATH FACILITIES Shared bath in each suite Stove, oven, refrigerator in each suite DINING SERVICE Automatic enrollment in meal plan. Each resident receives $150 meal card per semester. Meal Plan STUDY, WORK & LEISURE AREAS TV lounge

LAUNDRY Yes; coin-operated AIR CONDITIONING Free-standing fans permitted TELEPHONE One University phone per suite for incoming calls. Resident contracts telephone service through Verizon or local phone company. CABLE TV TV in lounge has basic cable programming. INTERNET Each resident has Ethernet data jack in room for free Internet access. Computer Requirements SECURITY 24-hour security desk LIVE-IN STAFF Hall Director 4 Resident Advisors