Perks to living in Dorchester Hall Besides being part of a living-learning community, Dorchester Hall itself is a great place to live on campus. With only 4 floors, Dorchester features a smaller close-knit community. The Stamp Student Union and Nyumburu Cultural Center are right across the street from Dorchester. Dorchester is also conveniently close to McKeldin Library, The South Campus Dining Hall, foreign language facilities, computer labs, and sports facilities. Dorchester's central location also makes commuting to classes easier. For Writers' House residents, Dorchester features: + The Jellema Poetry Collection and Reading Room + Computer lab + Air Conditioning + Spacious ground floor study lounge with a separate study lounge on each floor + Balcony on the third floor with a beautiful view + Laundry facilities + Student access to Director and colloquia instructors, whose offices are in the building + Rooms with dresser, twin bed, phone jack, and internet connection for each student. Writers! Download the Application for the Writers' House HERE!