Welcome to Kennedy Hall
Kennedy Hall is a part of the Residential First-Year Experience (RFYE). RFYE halls are designed as living-learning communities where first-year students can engage with their peers around common interests and pursuits. First-year halls offer intentional staffing and support to assist students in their transition to the University. For information about Residential Academic Programs available in Kennedy, visit the RAP website.
Floor Plans
Kennedy 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 20
Kennedy 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 14, 15, 17, 18, 21, 22
Mailing Address
Kennedy Hall
620 Massachusetts Avenue
Amherst, MA 01003-9238
For more information about mail, check the Residential Service Desk.
Residential Service Desk
Thoreau Service Desk
(413) 545-7592
thor-rsd@sacl.umass.edu
Features
Hall Features
- High-rise tower located in Southwest
- Residential First-Year Experience Hall
- Co-ed residence, single-sex by floor
- Kitchens on three different floors
- Study lounges on each floor
- Classrooms
- Laundry facilities on several floors
- Vending machines on first floor
- Located close to student athletic facilities
- Elevator
Room Features
- Single, bunkable, or loftable beds (80" long x 36" wide)
- Desks and chairs
- Wardrobe / closets
- Bookcases
- Recycling bins
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Wastebaskets
Special Housing
Residential First-Year Experience (RFYE)
RFYE halls are designed as living-learning communities where first-year students can engage with their peers around common interests and pursuits. First-year halls offer intentional staffing and support to assist students in their transition to the University. For information about Residential Academic Programs available in Kennedy, visit the RAP website.
Corner Rooms in Towers
Corner Rooms in Southwest Towers come with the beds set up in a bunked position, since this is the most popular way students arrange these rooms. Although bunking beds is the most popular arrangement, students are free to arrange their furniture to suite their preferences. Planning to loft one or both beds instead? See the Your Room page for lofting instructions.
History
Learn more about the history of Kennedy Hall.
Contact Information
For any Residential Life-related questions, contact the Residential Life Assignments Office at (413) 545-2100 or visit Whitmore Administration Building, Room 235. During the academic year, you can also contact your Residence Director who can provide more information about resources, support, events, and opportunities to get involved within the community.
Question?