Residence Options
Acadia's residences offer a prime location, only minutes from your classrooms, labs, the gym and library. Living on campus offers the ease of an eight-month, all-inclusive lease which includes furniture, heat, power, water, local phone service, phone with call display, high speed internet, in-house laundry facilities and regular cleaning of public areas. Students in residence benefit from a direct, wired and wireless high speed connection to the Acadia network, 24-hour on-call security, coordinated response in an emergency and Resident Assistant programming and support.
For students with special needs, our residences have some accessible bathrooms, strobe lights for fire alarms, ramps, elevators and other accessibility features. We will work closely with you and with campus Accessible Learning Services to ensure a positive residence experience.
Each residence has a remarkable team of student Resident Assistants who build a sense of community. They also work with our Safety and Security staff to provide 24/7 campus safety.
Chase Court
About Chase Court
An active and connected community that provides a home-like warmth to all who stay there. Chase Court is one of the larger residences on campus, many of whom are upper year students.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
Chase Stats
- Location:Steps from Wheelock Dining Hall and the scenic gardens of the K.C Irving building.
- Size: 255 beds
- Features: Lounges, kitchenettes, large lounge areas in each section. Main kitchen, TV lounge, and study rooms located close to the main entrance. Laundry machines available in most sections. Storage/trunk room space is available.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed, nightstand, armoire, dresser, desk (with shelves), desk chair, telephone.
- Room Mix: 100% single rooms including: 190 Basic Single rooms (private room with a single bed), 47 Deluxe Single Rooms (a larger room with a double bed), 18 rooms in 6 Shared Suites (suites consist of 3 private bedrooms, a lounge and a washroom).
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: General, Quiet, Scent and Substance Free
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Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, wardrobe and a chest of drawers.
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Deluxe Single Room
Our deluxe single rooms offer a double bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, wardrobe and a chest of drawers.
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Single in a Suite
Three people live within our suites, have their own single rooms, and share a common area and washroom. Washrooms in the suite include a toilet, shower, and sink. Single rooms within a suite offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, wardrobe and a chest of drawers.
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Chipman House, Living Learning Program
About Chipman House, Living Learning Program
Well-rounded community that is known for its diversity and inclusivity. It uniquely features four themed communities designed to help students meet others with similar interests. Learn more at our Living Learning Communities website.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
Chipman Stats
- Location: In the heart of campus: neighbouring multiple residence buildings and across the street from the KCIC Irving Centre and botanical gardens.
- Size: 103 beds
- Features: Mix of double and single rooms; lounges, kitchenettes, large lounge areas. Laundry machines located in central room on the first floor. Each residence has a remarkable team of student Resident Assistants who build a sense of community.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed, nightstand, armoire, dresser, desk (with shelves), desk chair, telephone.
- Room Mix: 52 beds in double rooms (single beds), 38 single rooms (single bed), 4 deluxe single rooms (larger room, double bed).
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: Themed Communities
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Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, and closet.
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Deluxe Single Room
Our deluxe single rooms offer the same layout as a double room, but you are the only occupant. This room type offers two twin-sized beds and mattress, two nightstands, two desks (with light), desk chairs, and closets.
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Double Room
For both persons living in the room, our double rooms offer each a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, and closet.
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Christofor Hall
About Christofor Hall
Long-standing traditions, large universal common spaces, and a unique comradery with its neighbouring residence buildings all come together to give Christofor Hall a wonderfully unique culture.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
Christofor Stats
- Location: Sharing a courtyard with Eaton House and Roy Jodrey Hall residence buildings, Christofor Hall is well-connected in the center of campus.
- Size: 73 beds
- Features: Smaller size residence, single, double and deluxe single rooms. Large main lounge, kitchen and study area. Laundry is located on each floor. Christofor shares a Resident Assistant team with Eaton House and Roy Jodrey Hall.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed, nightstand, armoire, dresser, desk (with shelves), desk chair, telephone.
- Room Mix: 29 single rooms (single bed), 15 deluxe single room (double bed), 15 doubles (30 single beds)
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: General
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Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, chest of drawers, and wardrobe.
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Deluxe Single Room
Our deluxe single rooms offer a double bed and mattress, a nightstand, a desk (with light), a desk chair, and closet
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Double Room
For both persons living in the room, our double rooms offer each a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, and closet.
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Crowell Tower
About Crowell Tower
The largest residence at Acadia provides unrivalled views of the Annapolis Valley, that brings Crowell its unique character and a bustling community.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
Crowell Stats
- Location: Located next to Acadia’s largest student parking lot and outdoor basketball & tennis courts. It’s also just steps from Wheelock Dining Hall and close to many first-year classes.
- Size: 252 beds
- Features: Each floor has 20 residents and an RA, kitchen/lounge area on each floor. TV lounge, study room, newly renovated main kitchen, and laundry are located in a central location on the main level.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed, closet, built-in dresser, storage cabinet, desk with shelves, telephone and desk chair.
- Room Mix: 140 single rooms (single bed), 60 double rooms (120 single beds) 10 deluxe singles, 5 Super Singles
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: General and Quiet sections.
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Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress (with a lamp above the bed), nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, closet, drawers, and a mirror above the drawers.
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Double Room
Our double rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress (with a lamp above the bed), nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, closet, drawers, and a mirror above the drawers.
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Deluxe Room
55 University Ave
About 55 University Ave
A balanced culture that provides residents with a quiet place to study on weeknights, and a more colourful scene on the weekend. 55 University Ave is a great choice for students who want the best of both worlds in their university experience.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
55 University Ave Stats
- Location: Located on the south-side of campus, nestled beside neighbouring residences, and steps from the relaxing botanical gardens.
- Size: 273 beds
- Features: Larger residence split into smaller sections with lounge and kitchenettes. Large TV lounge, study lounge, and common space on main level. Kitchen and dining area on main level. Laundry is centrally located on each floor.
- Typical Room Includes: Closet, bed (with storage), dresser, desk (with shelves above), telephone and desk chair.
- Room Mix: 144 single rooms (single bed), 55 double rooms (110 single beds), 20 Super Singles
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: General, Alcohol Free, and Quiet sections.
Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, small chest of drawers, and a closet.
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Deluxe Room
Our deluxe rooms offer two twin-sized beds and mattresses, comprising a king-sized bed if pushed together. Our deluxe rooms offer a nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, a chest of drawers and closet space.
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Double Room
For both persons living in the room, our double rooms offer each a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, small chest of drawers, and closet.
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Premium Room
Our premium single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, small chest of drawers, and a closet.
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Super Single Room
Our super singles offer two twin-sized beds with mattresses, two nightstands, two desks (with light), two desk chairs, two small chests of drawers, and a pair of closets.
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Dennis House
About Dennis House
A population consisting of primarily first-year students makes the building energetic, lively, and fun for all.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
Dennis Stats
- Location: Centrally located next to Wheelock Dining Hall with some of the best views on campus.
- Size: 130 beds
- Features: Large TV lounge, kitchen and common area on main floor. Lounge on each floor with bay window and view of campus. Kitchenette and laundry on each level.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed, nightstand, armoire, dresser, desk (with shelves), desk chair, telephone.
- Room Mix: : 6 single rooms (single bed), 8 deluxe single rooms (double bed), 10 shared suite rooms (single bed with a shared bathroom and lounge with other rooms in the suite), 46 double rooms (120 single beds) 14 Super Singles (double room to one person).
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: General
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Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, wardrobe (with mirror) and a chest of drawers.
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Double Room
For both persons living in the room, our double rooms offer each a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, wardrobe (with mirror), and a chest of drawers.
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Single in a Suite
Two to three people live within our suites, have their own single rooms, and share a common area and washroom. Washrooms in the suite include a toilet, shower, sink, and mirror above the sink. Single rooms within a suite offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, wardrobe (with mirror) and a chest of drawers.
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Deluxe
Our deluxe single rooms offer a double bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, wardrobe (with mirror) and a chest of drawers.
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Super Single Room
Our super singles offer a pair of twin-sized beds with mattress, two nightstands, two desk (with light) and chair combinations, two wardrobes (with mirror), and two chests of drawers.
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Eaton House
About Eaton House
Hosting a prideful community known as the “Raiders”, Eaton House is known just as much for its fun and eventful energy as it is for its unique bond to its neighbour Christofor Hall.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
Eaton Stats
- Location: Neighbouring Christofor and Roy Jodrey Hall, the two residences combine to form a larger community that benefits everyone.
- Size: 89 beds
- Features: Smaller size residence, single, double and deluxe single rooms. Large main lounge, kitchen and study area. Laundry is located on each floor. Eaton House shares a Resident Assistant team with Christofor and Roy Jodrey Hall.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed, nightstand, armoire, dresser, desk (with shelves), desk chair, telephone.
- Room Mix: 37 single rooms (single bed), 16 deluxe single rooms (double bed), 18 double rooms (36 single beds).
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: General
Residence Snapshots
Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, chest of drawers, and wardrobe.
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Deluxe Single Room
Our deluxe single rooms offer a double bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, chest of drawers, and wardrobe.
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Double Room
For both persons living in the room, our double rooms offer each a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, and closet.
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Roy Jodrey Hall
About Roy Jodrey Hall
A peaceful and reflective atmosphere – owed in part to its high-percentage of upper year students – helps cultivate a learning-focused community that is ideal for studious residents.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.Roy Jodrey Stats
- Location: Bordering several residence buildings in the heart of campus, Roy Jodrey Hall can give students a place to retreat, without making them feel isolated.
- Size: 96 beds
- Features: All single rooms and suites, all double beds. Roy Jodrey, or RoJo as it is known, is designed for upper-year living. Newest residence on campus with a lounge on each floor and a kitchen/dining room on the lower level. Laundry is located on most floors.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed, nightstand, armoire, dresser, desk (with shelves), desk chair, telephone.
- Room Mix: 48 single rooms (double bed), 48 bedrooms in shared suites (single room, double bed with a lounge and bathroom shared by two other suitemates).
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: General and Quiet sections.
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Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a double bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, wardrobe and a chest of drawers.
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Single In A Suite
Three people live within our suites, have their own single rooms, and share a common area and washroom. Washrooms in the suite include a toilet, shower, and sink. Single rooms within a suite offer a double bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, wardrobe and a chest of drawers.
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Seminary House
About Seminary House
Whether it’s the breathtaking architecture or the long-standing traditions that tip you off – it’s hard to spend a day at Seminary House without learning that it is the longest standing residence in Canada. The rich history, stunning views, and musical environment form a backdrop to your studies that is equal parts fascinating and beautiful. Home for the Music Enthusiasts Living Learning Community.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
Seminary Stats
- Location: Located next to University Hall, the Memorial Chapel, Beveridge Arts Centre, and Vaughn Memorial Library – Seminary House is conveniently close to a number of student resources.
- Size: 97 beds
- Features: Heritage property with high ceilings and different room sizes and types. Large common lounge plus games room. Two long sections of rooms plus three short sections make Seminary a building full of character. Laundry is located centrally on the main floor.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed, nightstand, closet or armoire, dresser, desk (with shelves), desk chair, telephone.
- Room Mix: 38 single rooms (single bed), 2 deluxe single rooms (double bed), 20 double rooms (40 single beds) 6 Shared Singles (12 single rooms with shared lounge).
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: General and Themed Community
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Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, chest of drawers and closet.
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Deluxe Single Room
Our deluxe single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, chest of drawers, and closet.
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Shared Single Room
Two people live within our shared singles rooms, have their own single room and share a common area. Each bedroom offers a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, and armoire with large drawer and full-length mirror. The shared living space contains a small couch and coffee table.
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Double Room
For both persons living in the room, our double rooms offer each a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, and closet.
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War Memorial House
About War Memorial House
The War Memorial House’s unique location cultivates a tight-knit yet inviting community. The fact that it’s a downhill walk from the rest of the campus is a welcome cherry on top for the building at the bottom of the hill.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
War Memorial Stats
- Location: Located near Main Street, giving it unique proximity to the Town of Wolfville, the Athletic Complex, and a number of classrooms.
- Size: 124 beds
- Features: Kitchen and lounge on each floor. Large common lounge on lower level. Laundry on lower level.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed (with storage), closet, dresser, desk with shelves, telephone and desk chair.
- Room Mix: 39 basic singles (single bed), 20 deluxe single rooms (single bed in a larger room), 14 premium singles (single bed with private bathroom), 23 shared double room (46 single beds), 2 shared deluxe doubles (4 single beds and study area), 3 single rooms in a shared suite (single bed with shared lounge and bathroom).
- Community Type: All Gender
- Living Environments Available: General and Quiet sections.
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Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress with between 3 and 6 drawers underneath, desk (with light, shelves and drawers), desk chair, mirror and closet.
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Deluxe Single Room
Our deluxe single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress with 3-6 drawers underneath, desk (with light, shelves and drawers), desk chair, mirror and closet.
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Double Room
For both persons living in the room, our double rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress with 3 to 6 drawers underneath, desk (with light, shelves and drawers), desk chair, mirror and closet.
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Premium Room
Our premium single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress with 3 to 6 drawers underneath, desk (with light, shelves and drawers), desk chair, mirror and closet. There is also a 3-piece washroom: toilet, sink and shower off the bedroom for the sole use of the resident.
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Deluxe Double Room
For both persons living in the room, our deluxe double rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress with 3 to 6 drawers underneath, desk (with light, shelves and drawers), desk chair, mirror and closet.
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Single in a Suite
Three people live within our one suite in War Memorial House, they each have their own single room, and share a common lounge area and washroom. Washrooms in the suite include a toilet, shower, and sink. The common area contains couches and a table. Single rooms within a suite offer a twin-sized bed and mattress with 3 to 6 drawers underneath, desk (with light, shelves and drawers), desk chair, mirror, and a wardrobe or a closet.
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Super Single Room
Our super singles offer two twin-sized beds with mattresses with 3 to 6 drawers underneath, two desks (with light, shelves and drawers), two desk chairs, and two mirror and closet combinations.
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Whitman House
About Whitman House
Known around campus as “Tully”, Whitman House is exclusively open to female-identifying students. Equipped with private bathrooms, deep-rooted traditions and a tight-knit community – this is a great choice for students who prioritize comfort. It is also home for the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Living Learning Community.
There is a telephone in the room to make free local calls. Living on campus also ensures that you will have access to Acadia’s high-speed internet, in-house coin operated laundry, and have a short commute to your classes, labs, and library.
Whitman Stats
- Location: Conveniently located in the nucleus of campus – just steps from the Wheelock Dining Hall, the campus bookstore, and Student’s Centre.
- Size: 90 beds
- Features: Residence for women only. Whitman or "Tully" as it is known has modern private bathrooms and other facilities together with a real sense of history. Hardwood floors, two kitchens and lounges on the lower level and one large lounge and a quiet study lounge on the main floor. Laundry is located in basement.
- Typical Room Includes: Bed, nightstand, armoire, dresser, desk (with shelves), desk chair, telephone.
- Room Mix:18 single rooms (single bed), 12 deluxe single rooms (single bed in a larger room), 30 double rooms (60 single beds), 8 single rooms in shared suites (single beds and bathroom and lounge shared with one other suitemate)
- Community Type: Female-Identifying Only
- Living Environments Available: General and Themed Community
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Residence Floorplans
Single Room
Our single rooms offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, chest of drawers and an armoire with a large drawer and full length mirror.
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Deluxe Single Room
Our deluxe single rooms are larger, offering a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, 1-2 desk(s) (with light), desk chair, 1 or 2 chests of drawers and armoire with a large drawer and full length mirror.
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Double Room
For both persons living in the room, our double rooms offer each a twin-sized bed and mattress, nightstand, desk (with light), desk chair, chest of drawers, an armoire with a large drawer and full length mirror.
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Single in a Suite
Two people live within our suites, have their own single rooms, and share a common lounge area and washroom. Washrooms in the suite include a toilet, shower, and sink. The common area contains a lamp, couch and a coffee table. Single rooms within a suite offer a twin-sized bed and mattress, desk (with light, shelves and drawers), desk chair, chest of drawers and an armoire with a large drawer and full length mirror.
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Box 122
Acadia University
Wolfville, NS
B4P 2R6
(902) 585-1417
(902) 585-1093 (fax)
residencelife@acadiau.ca