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Schillhammer Hall

Description

Built in 1895, the original owners of the house, Oliver and Sarah Presbry, lived in this Victorian-era residence from 1895 to 1921. The house was then occupied by various families, most notably James Cashman, a Burlington City Engineer. In 1994, Champlain College purchased the house and converted it to its current use. Champlain also purchased this building’s carriage barn, known as Carriage House, which also houses first-year students. Schillhammer is great for students who don’t want to be in the center of campus but prefer to be conveniently close to their classes. Many of the rooms have adjoining semiprivate bathrooms, and a few offer spectacular views of beautiful Lake Champlain and the gorgeous evening sunsets.

Location

Located on the corner of Cedar Lane and Summit Street, Schillhammer Hall is close to the Miller Information Commons (aka the library) on the backside of the campus. Students can enjoy a small, close-knit living environment and views of Lake Champlain.

Street Address: 109 Summit St, Burlington, VT 05401

Common Spaces

Common room

Outdoor Spaces

Porch

Namesake

The hall is named in honor of Richard Schillhammer, a former Trustee of Champlain College. Schillhammer graduated from Champlain College (when it was called Burlington Business College) in 1934. He founded Queen City Printers Inc. in Burlington in 1951; the company remains in business today.

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South House

Description

This colonial revival mansion was originally constructed in 1886 by architect John McLaughlin as a summer home for Lorenzo and Mary Woodhouse. Lorenzo served as the Treasurer of the Merchant’s Bank in Burlington. Ten years later, the Woodhouses renovated and expanded their home, adding a servants’ wing. After the Woodhouses sold the home in 1929, it went through several additional owners before being acquired by Champlain College in 1996. This expansive hall marks the southern boundary of Main Campus in a beautiful area of Burlington. This larger residence hall is home to a robust community of students, providing ample opportunities to meet new people. Residents enjoy two lounges to engage in hall activities throughout the year and a spacious back porch, perfect for engaging with friends and enjoying the beautiful evening weather in Vermont.

Location

South House is located at the corner of Cliff and South Willard streets in a quieter, more residential part of Burlington’s Hill Section. Students have the opportunity to engage with a large community of students in this grand hall.

Street Address: 363 S. Willard St, Burlington, VT 05401

Common Spaces

Common room

Outdoor Spaces

Front and back lawns

Namesake

N/A

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Summit Hall

Description

The original part of the house was built in 1893 for Samuel Emerson, a University of Vermont professor, and a modern wing was added to the south side of the building in 1962. Champlain College acquired the house in 1990 and completed extensive renovations. This stately brick building is appreciated for its many unique rooms and boasts a large lounge, which can be used for practicing and playing musical instruments, watching movies, or engaging in one of many frequent social or educational residence hall programs. Students who live here get to enjoy a big common space and the largest lawn on campus. The hall is ideal for games and social activities. Summit Hall is open during all school-year breaks, making it a perfect home for international students or students who want to be on campus during vacations.

Location

Summit Hall is located in the heart of the Burlington Hill Section, close to the Miller Information Commons (aka the library) and the Main Campus. Students can enjoy the largest lawn on campus at this hall.

Street Address: 56 Summit St, Burlington, VT 05401

Common Spaces

Common room, kitchen

Outdoor Spaces

Biggest lawn on campus

Namesake

N/A

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Valcour Hall

Description

One of the most well-known upperclassmen residence halls on campus, Valcour Hall houses 91 students. With a spacious central common room and areas to play board games and ping-pong, Valcour is all about community. It’s also the closest residence hall on Finney Quad to campus, making its location great for students who want a close-to-campus feel.

Location

Located on Finney Quad

Street Address: 322 Maple St. Burlington, VT 05401

Common Spaces

Common room, kitchen, study rooms

Outdoor Spaces

On Finney Quad

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