Stetson University cut the ribbon in January on a new 305-bed residence hall that provides many modern amenities for students in the heart of the DeLand campus.

Students moved into the four-story Lynn Hall in early January before the beginning of the Spring semester. On Jan. 15, Stetson dedicated the new hall at a ceremony that included the building’s namesake, university Trustee Christine E. Lynn, whose generous support helped make the new hall possible.

“Lynn Hall represents our commitment to provide an unmatched student experience and its central role in fostering community will support student success and lifelong connections,” President Christopher F. Roellke, PhD, said at the ceremony.

The residence hall features a mix of traditional double-occupancy and suite-style rooms, along with individual rooms with private baths. Large kitchens and laundry rooms are available on each floor, along with study lounges and other gathering spaces designed to foster academic success and meaningful connections.

Outside, students can enjoy a covered patio, a courtyard with a fire pit and an amphitheater for campus events. The building is located next to the campus fitness center, the pool and the Carlton Union Building with four dining options, including a Starbucks Coffee Shop.

In addition to the Lynn Hall dedication, Stetson will celebrate the completion of two other major capital projects in February.

On Feb. 7, Stetson will gather for the re-dedication of Hulley Tower. A grassroots effort by alumni led to the historical reconstruction of the 116-foot tower, which was dismantled down to its base after the 2004 hurricane season.

The new tower honors the memory of three Stetson students who lost their lives in an avalanche during a study abroad trip to Innsbruck in 1979. It also will serve as a lasting symbol of the memory, inspiration and enduring spirit of Stetson University.

On Feb. 21, the university will celebrate the completion of the Edmunds Center expansion and renovation. The arena is the largest venue on campus, hosting basketball games and other sporting events, as well as large university gatherings.

-Stetson Today