Residence Life

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology students sitting in Reighard Hall lounge area smiling.

Residence Life

Mission Statement: The Office of Residence Life seeks to foster self‐development, good citizenship, democratic principles, and an environment of self-understanding and appreciation through the acquisition of decision‐making skills on the part of the student and through the emulation and promotion of values inclusive of respect for fellow students, honesty, and student involvement in the residence hall governing structure.

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Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Students in Reighard Hall,

On-Campus Housing

Welcome Bulldogs!

As you embark on this exciting journey, we want you to know that our team is dedicated to ensuring a safe and academically sound environment for all residents. We achieve this by diligently monitoring our halls, engaging with residents, planning events, and upholding the policies that complement our school’s values.

Our approach to supporting residents is rooted in the values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork. Here’s how we embody these principles:

Respect: We value the unbiased consideration, treatment, and regard for the rights, values, beliefs, and property of all other people.
Accountability: We value taking responsibility for our actions and the results of those actions; honoring obligations, expectations, and requirements; delivering what is promised; and owning up to mistakes.
Integrity: We value commitment to high moral/ethical standards, honesty, and fairness in teaching and learning, social engagements, and professional practices.
Teamwork: We value working cooperatively and collaboratively as part of a group in which there is a shared mission and vision aligned toward a goal.

Our goal is to help residents become confident in navigating their responsibilities and develop the life skills necessary to excel after graduating from college. We are here to support your college endeavors by encouraging positive connections with your peers, staff, and faculty. We hope these efforts lead to building meaningful relationships and personal development.

Welcome to your new home away from home. We look forward to connecting with you throughout your college journey!

Residence Hall Abbreviations

ARH = Armstrong (Main Campus) - Animal Free/Allergy Free Residence Hall — ARH = Armstrong (Main Campus) – Animal Free/Allergy Free Residence Hall

GEC = Griscom Education Center - Animal Free/Allergy Free Residence Hall — GEC = Griscom Education Center – Animal Free/Allergy Free Residence Hall

RGH = Reighard Hall at Millersville University – Animal Free/Allergy Free Residence Hall

Housing Room Selection Process

For Fall 2025 – Spring 2026

Returning Students	March 3rd – April 9th
New Students	April 12th – June 18th
All Students	July 1st – August 1st

Log into Thad’s Pad: experience.elluciancloud.com
Visit “Student Services” tile
Select “Room Selection”

Please note that Thad’s Pad is for those with a stevenscollege.edu email address only.

Moving To Campus

Five students in the common lounge area of Reighard Hall

What should you bring to your new home at TSCT?

Are you moving to a new home on our campus? We look forward to welcoming you! Consider bringing the following items with you:

Prohibited Items

Please verify with Office of Residence Life personnel any questionable items or activities not listed below, as this list is not all-encompassing.

Microwaves, all toasters, grills, skillets, open coil burning devices, electric cooking devices, portable heaters, air fryers, irons, coffee makers/water heaters without an auto-shut off feature, and all other open heat appliances
Refrigerators larger than 5.0 cubic feet
Room decorations deemed offensive or inappropriate by the College
No adhesive hanging lights or items (must use push pins or wall safe tape)
All animals, fish, and creatures not approved by the Office of Accessibilities and the Office of Residence Life
All lamps that do not have a metal covering
Candles, incense, fireworks, and all other open flame devices or liquids
Live-cut Christmas trees, artificial trees, and other flammable decorations
Electrically amplified instruments, DJ equipment, and drum sets
Extension cords and multi-prong outlets that are not surge protectors
Wireless routers (disrupts the school’s provided network connection for others)
Weights and associated equipment heavier than 15lbs
Weapons of any kind (darts/dartboard, guns/ammunition, toy guns/toy ammunition, BB/paintball guns, swords, etc.)
Drug and alcohol paraphernalia and advertisements

Prohibited Activities

No hall sports or outdoor activities can be played in the Residence Hall (basketball, football, water balloon fights, snowball fights, roller skating, bike riding, hoverboarding, scooter riding, etc.)
Playing music/TV outside your window
No loud music in bathrooms
Practicing instruments in common areas/lounges
Moving rooms without the approval from the Office of Residence Life
Taking over a double room as a single room without approval from the Office of Residence Life
No sharing room key or school ID with anyone other than yourself

Allowable Items

Twin XL Bedsheets (Reighard Hall requires full size sheets)
Pillows/pillowcases
Laundry Bag & high efficiency detergent or pods
Shower shoes
Shower caddy (soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, wash cloth, towels, etc)
Fan
Micro-fridge (no larger than 5.0 cubic feet)
42-inch TV or smaller (the college does not provide cable tv, only internet connection)
Lamp (metal or steel covers only)
Cleaning supplies (broom/vacuum, Clorox wipes, trash bags, disinfectant spray, air fresheners, etc)
Wall safe tape or push pins for hanging décor
Surge protectors
Bicycle (cannot store in room, must remain on bike racks only)
Bean bag chair
Electric water heater (must have auto shut-off safety feature)
Desktop/laptop/tablet

If you are unsure of what you can bring, please check with the Office of Residence Life.

Off-Campus Housing

There is no on-campus residency requirement for our students. Housing away from the campus is all privately owned and is separate and independent of the College. The College does not own, operate, or supervise these properties. Students are responsible for securing their own off-campus housing and then communicating your local address to the College.