Residence Hall Descriptions

Each of the residence halls has its own unique personality and style. The following information will give you an inside look at each of the halls in which freshmen may be housed.

Cook Hall, built in 2000, is named after Mrs. Emajean "Pat" Cook, devoted and loving wife of Mr. Peter Cook, a successful businessman whose philanthropic endeavors have included a gift in support of this new residence hall. Cook Hall houses 142 women in suite-style rooms, consisting of two bedrooms with a bathroom in between. Data ports and wi-fi allow students to access their e-mail and the internet, and every floor has laundry facilities. There are two single-occupancy, barrier-free rooms and an elevator to assist physically challenged students. Cook Hall is connected to Van Osdel Hall by a three-story glass atrium. The common areas feature shared lounges, kitchenette, study lounge and game area for the 256 residents in the two halls. It is an appealing and safe place for individuals to come together for social interaction and relaxation.

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Pickitt Hall, built in 1970, is named after Mrs. Ann Pickitt, wife of Allegan businessman Harry Pickitt, who supported the building of this hall. Pickitt houses 165 women at full capacity. Pickitt is the only female residence hall to offer communal bathrooms, which promote a sense of community among its residents. TData ports and wi-fi allow students to access their e-mail and the internet from their rooms.  Also, the women in Pickitt share a large fully furnished lounge with a pool table and television. The north side of Pickitt overlooks the pond.

 

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Quincer Hall, built in 1964, is named after Dr. Sheldon B. Quincer, who was one of the 10 original part-time instructors at Grand Rapids Baptist College in 1941 and faithfully served as instructor for the institution for 27 years. At full capacity, Quincer houses 86 men in two wings, with communal bathrooms. Quincer also offers unique cathedral ceilings in both wings, providing a very open living space for two men in each room. Amenities in Quincer include wi-fi, data ports in each room, and a lounge with a foosball table, ping pong table and study tables. Quincer is an energetic community where residents are challenged to be men of God who sharpen one another through accountability and truth.

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VanOsdel Hall, built in 1977, is named in honor of Dr. Oliver W. VanOsdel, who was a recognized Christian leader for his conviction, courage and vision. VanOsdel is a three-story residence hall that can accommodate a maximum of 114 male residents. The rooms are arranged in a suite-style where two rooms, each housing two men, are connected by a shared bathroom. VanOsdel, also known as "VO," has a spacious lounge in the basement, with a pool table, foosball table, large television and a large study area. It shares with Cook Hall a three-story atrium with lounges on the second and third floors. VO seeks to provide an environment where students are challenged spiritually, socially and physically, in the hope of encouraging them to deepen their relationships with God and other fellow believers.

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Keithley Hall, built in 1975, is named after Dr. Howard Keithley, who faithfully served on the board of trustees of Cornerstone University for 32 years and as interim president (1958-59). The structure of the hall follows a suite format where two rooms, each housing two women, are joined by a bathroom, which provides a convenient living arrangement. Keithley has wi-fi, dataports and a nicely furnished lounge on the first floor. At full capacity, Keithley houses 80 women and cultivates an atmosphere that is fresh and enthusiastic while remaining supportive of the challenges that are faced by new students as they seek to adjust to the collegiate environment.

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