Special Interest Floors

Considering business? Get more of it by living on the Business Special Interest Floor. Designed to ease the transition into college, the School of Business Administration and University Housing invite you to be part of this supportive residential community.

Who Lives Here?
Students interested in pursuing a business major or minor live together in Hamlin Hall.

What They Do
The Business Special Interest Floor is here to help you:

• Develop a deeper understanding of Oakland’s business program
• Build strong connections with OU students, staff and faculty members
• Enrich your education academically and socially
• Participate in academic success and leadership workshops

Take advantage of this opportunity to live, learn and become more involved with the School of Business Administration, the community and other on-campus activities.

How to Live Here
Those who wish to live on the Business Special Interest Floor should indicate their interest when they submit their housing contract. Please note that space is limited. Apply online here.

Did You Know? 
Residents of the Business Special Interest Floor are invited to participate in many fantastic program opportunities. To find out more about Special Interest Floor Events, please email [email protected]. 

Choosing a program within the School of Engineering and Computer Science? Make immediate connections by living on the Engineering and Computer Science Special Interest Floor!

Who Lives Here?
First-year students interested in pursuing a career in artificial intelligence, bioengineering, computer science, cyber security, and mechanical, electrical, computer, industrial and systems engineering, live together with other future engineers on a designated floor in Hamlin Hall.

What They Do
Students who reside on the Engineering and Computer Science Special Interest Floor:

• Live in a supportive environment, on the same floor with other engineering students who share common academic goals;
• Engage in intentional programs and career development opportunities;
• Work with academic advisers to ease the transition into college and enhance student success; and
• Make valuable connections with School of Engineering and Computer Science student organizations and support staff.

How to Live Here
Those who wish to live on the Engineering and Computer Science Special Interest Floor should indicate their interest when they submit their housing contract. Please note that space is limited. Apply online here.

Did You Know? 
Residents of the Engineering and Computer Science floor are invited to participate in many fantastic program opportunities.To find out more about Special Interest Floor Events, please email [email protected].

Eager to learn more about health, safety, and wellness? Consider living on the Health Sciences Special Interest Floor!

Who Lives Here?
First-year students interested in pursuing a major or minor in Health Sciences or a related field live together on a designated floor in Hamlin Hall.

What They Do
Students residing on the Health Sciences Special Interest Floor:

• Live in a supportive environment that provides them with educational experiences outside of the classroom;
• Make connections with other residents that share a common interest and academic goals, and with student Housing staff members able to provide support and programming related to Health Sciences;
• Engage in intentional programs relevant to personal wellness and their field of study; and
• Build connections with dedicated faculty and staff members from the School of Health Sciences.

How to Live Here
Those who wish to live on the Health Sciences Special Interest Floor should indicate their interest when they submit their housing contract. Please note that space is limited. Apply online here.

Did You Know? 
Residents of the Health Sciences Special are invited to participate in many fantastic program opportunities. To find out more about Special Interest Floor Events, please email [email protected].