Lamar University Housing and Residence Life

Make the most of your Lamar University journey!

Because we want you to start strong, all first-year students who graduate from high school between September and June are required to live at Cardinal Village and have a University Meal Plan during their first Fall and Spring semesters at Lamar University. This on-campus experience helps you build community, stay engaged, and have easy access to academic and campus resources.

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The Housing Contract is now open for Fall '26 and Spring '27. Visit lamar.edu/housing to complete your application.

Today’s the day! 🧸✨

Come Build a Study Buddy with us TODAY from 6–8 PM in the Setzer Student Center! Bring your notes, grab your friends, and get ready to create your own little finals week buddy while supplies last. 📚💛

Study spaces will be available too, so you can lock in, prep for finals, and still have a little fun while doing it. 📝✨

Don’t miss it — your study buddy is waiting! 🧸❤️

Need a study buddy for finals season? We’ve got you covered! 🧸📚✨

Join Housing & Residence Life and the Student Health Center for Build-A-Study Buddy, where you can create your own plush study buddy, connect with TimelyCare and SHC, and enjoy a cozy space to study, chill, and focus. 💙💛❤️

📅 Thursday, May 7th
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Setzer Student Center

Come build, relax, and get ready to finish the semester strong! 🧸✏️🌟

Boomtown Nights loading… 🤠🔥

Pull up this Wednesday for good vibes, good food, and even better company 🎶🍔
$3 specials, a live DJ, lawn games, and a whole lot to do 💃🏾🕺🏾

Don’t forget:
🎟️ Grab your $10 meal voucher in the Set Tomorrow! (11–2, limited!)
🚌 Free shuttle from Cardinal Village every 15 minutes

📍 Boomtown Square
🗓️ Wednesday, April 15 | 4–9 PM

Bring your people and let’s make it a night 🤝✨

RESFEST IS OFFICIALLY UNDERWAY 🏁🍄✨

Today kicked off Resident Appreciation Week, and we started the race strong with our Morning Pit Stop: Breakfast in the Halls 🍩🥐☕
Thank you to everyone who came out this morning — we’re so glad we could help start your day off on a good note ❤️🖤

But don’t hit the brakes just yet… there’s more ahead on the road to Cardinalpalooza 🏎️💨

🎬 Next Stop: Movie Night
📍 Rec Center Media Room
🗓️ Wednesday, March 25
⏰ 6 PM – 8 PM

💦 Final Pit Stop: Splash Down Pool Party
📍 Cardinal Village Pool
🗓️ Friday, March 27
⏰ 4 PM – 6 PM

And remember… all roads lead to CARDINALPALOOZA 🌈⭐
🏁 Meet us at the finish line on Saturday, March 28 starting at 5 PM on the Dining Hall Lawn 🎉🎡🎶

You do not want to miss what’s coming next 🔥
MeetUsAtTheFinishLine 🏁🍌⭐

🚨 RA Applications are OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🚨

Looking to level up your leadership, make a real impact, and be a voice for your community? Becoming a Resident Assistant is more than a role — it’s an experience that builds skills, connections, and confidence that last beyond college.

✨ Lead your community
✨ Plan meaningful programs
✨ Grow professionally & personally
✨ Be a go-to resource for residents

Ready to step into your next chapter?
👉 Apply now — link in bio.

🚨 RA Applications are OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🚨

Looking to level up your leadership, make a real impact, and be a voice for your community? Becoming a Resident Assistant is more than a role — it’s an experience that builds skills, connections, and confidence that last beyond college.

✨ Lead your community
✨ Plan meaningful programs
✨ Grow professionally & personally
✨ Be a go-to resource for residents

Ready to step into your next chapter?
👉 Apply now — link in bio.

💘 CRUSH 4 UR CRUSH 💘
Got a crush? We’ll help you shoot your shot.

Complete your Housing Application and Intent to Return Form for next year, and Housing & Residence Life will hand-deliver a Crush soda straight to your crush. 🥤💌

📍 Student Setzer Center
🗓 February 9–12
⏰ 12:00–2:00 PM

Sweet. Simple. Slightly bold.
Valentine’s Day just got a little more bubbly. 💕✨