Fort Hays State University

Graduate Hall Director: Samantha Hett
Telephone: (785) 628-5409

Agnew Hall is home for approximately 120 residents, living co-ed by wing and by floor. Agnew is the only Hall exclusively available to upper-class students. It is designed for those who seek a smaller, quieter, more independent community. Room dimensions are approx. 12' x 14.5'.

Amenities include spacious lounges, pianos, a computer lab, a kitchenette, laundry facilities, a game room and a basement lounge. Agnew residents must provide their own window air conditioners; installation of air conditioners is done by University personnel.

Traditional Agnew activities include the Welcome Back Barbecue and Holy Shish Kebobs. Agnew residents have a strong tradition of community service through such activities as canned food drives.

McMindes Hall

Director: Wesley Armstrong
Telephone: (785) 628-4906

McMindes Hall is co-ed by wing and by floor to approximately 575 residents. McMindes Hall is available to freshmen and upper classmen. The McMindes community is intentionally designed to empower the new student to make a successful intellectual and social transition to college life. The McMindes Hall Council has a reputation for dynamic, relevant programming that impacts life in the hall itself and across the University.

McMindes is indeed the place to master the transition from home to college while learning new study skills, making new friends and exploring the rich diversity of the college. Room dimensions are approx. 10' x 16'. A list of dimensions for the furnishings provided in most McMindes rooms is available here: McMindes Room Dimensions

Wiest Hall

Director: Allyson Plattner
Telephone: (785) 628-4899

Wiest Hall is co-ed by floor and accommodates approximately 300 residents of all classifications. The residents of Wiest Hall have been a strong presence on the Fort Hays State University campus for four decades.

Wiest is a truly integrated community providing first-year students the opportunity to interact closely with upper-class students within a multicultural environment. The environment in Wiest Hall is ideal for cultivating important life skills in your transition from home life to college life.

Hall Council programs numerous social, recreational and cultural activities each semester. Traditional favorites include “Casino Night,” the “Nut Fry” and the annual drive for “Toys for Tots.” Room dimesions are approx. 10' x 16'.

Amenities

Academic Support:
Residential life communities are designed to foster academic success. Staff members are prepared to connect residents with a variety of academic support resources. One such resource is the residence-hall based "At Home" (in Hall) peer tutoring program.

Housekeeping:
Mom is not around to clean up anymore; however, the bathrooms, lounges, hallways, and other common areas are maintained by professional housekeeping staff Monday through Friday (except holidays). Students are responsible for keeping their rooms clean and in good order. Light housekeeping equipment is available in each hall. The University provides a bed, desk, study chair, chest-of-drawers or wardrobe and window blind. Personal furnishings may be added consistent with hall policy.

Movie Channel and Bulletin Board:
Channel 21 of the cable television service in each room is the University movie channel and public bulletin board. the movies shown are selected by the Residence Hall Association. Channel 21 also features educational programming along with special events.

Free Internet:
Each residence hall contains a computer lab complete with printer. Each room is connected to the Internet. The majority of our rooms now feature wireless internet, as well.

Telephone Service:
Phone service is available for a $30 monthly fee. If you wish to have a local connection in your room, please complete a Telephone Service Request Form, available on the Policies and Forms page. You can find complete information regarding the Telephone Service Policy in the student handbook.

Free Cable Television:
Basic cable television service, plus Black Entertainment Television and Univision, are provided in each room of all residence halls at no extra charge.

Cooking:
Kitchenettes and microwave ovens are located in several areas of each residence hall. Personal cooking appliances, including small microwaves are allowed, consistent with hall policy. Extensive cooking in rooms is not allowed.

Bunk and Loft Kits:
Bunk and adjustable loft kits are only available for the first 30 days of each semester.

Office Contact Information: srl@fhsu.edu | (785) 628-4245 | 800-628-FHSU | Fax: (785) 628-4138



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