Bemis Lawrence Hall

• All Female Residence Hall
• Open to Freshmen - Upperclassmen
• Extended Living - remains open during Thanksgiving, Winter and Spring Breaks (Effective Fall 2013)

Bemis Lawrence is a nine story residence hall that was built in 1966 and underwent a significant renovation in 2003. It is named in honor of Bemis Lawrence who was Vice Chairman of the WKU Board of Regents from 1955-1966. Bemis houses 384 women and is located on the south end of campus across from the Health Services Building.

Room Features

• Movable Furniture (one set per resident):
  • A low, loftable, bunkable twin bed (80" x 36")
  • Desk
  • Desk Chair
  • 2-Shelf Bookcase
  • Dresser
  • Closet
  • Trash Can (one per resident) - trash bags available at the front desk
  • Recycling Can (one per room)
• Room Dimensions: 16' x 11'8"
• Window Dimensions: Width: 128", Height: 54", Inside Width: 79.5", Inside Height: 34.5"
• Window Blinds
• Local Telephone Service
• Cable TV
• Internet

Hall Features

• Air Conditioned
• Elevators
• Study Lounge
• Vending Machines
• Laundry Room
• Kitchen on Every Floor
• Ice Machine
• TV Lounge
• Community Bathrooms
• Front Desk Open 24/7
• In-Hall Social & Educational Opportunities

Fire Evacuation/Floor Plans

Bemis Ground Floor

Bemis Floors 2-9

 

Safe Area

Interior Stairwells and lobby area without windows

Photos

Closet Dimensions:

Full Height: 86" - Full Width: 34.5" - Depth: 24" - Clothes Hanging Area Height: 65.5"