Aquinas Hall
Aquinas, often referred to by students as “AQ,” is named after Saint Thomas Aquinas, the patron saint of universities and scholars. Aquinas houses about half of our first-year residents. It is crowned by the Sky Lounge, a lounge on the top floor with wraparound windows and a view of athletic fields.
Quick Facts
- Capacity: 491
- Rooms: Suite style – doubles and triples with adjoining shared bathrooms
- Floors: 4 floors broken up into 3 sections – yellow, green, and blue
- 12 Resident Assistants serve the Aquinas community
- Aquinas Hall is closed during Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break
Additional Features
- Every floor has at least 2 lounges available for studying and socializing
- Tutors in Residence serve the Aquinas community right in the hall
- An elevator is available
Resident Coordinator
Ashon Lanada
Phone number: (973) 761-9491
Email address: ashon.lanada@shu.edu
Favorite thing about Aquinas: There is a winning culture among the students and the staff within the building, as they each strive to succeed in everything they do. They are always connecting with one another and bring vibrant energy as soon as they enter the building.
Pro Tip for living in Aquinas Hall: There are a variety of lounge spaces that can be utilized for studying or downtime with peers in the building. Also, keep an eye out for the flyers that are posted around the building to see what activities are happening in AQ and on campus.
Aquinas Hall Virtual Tour
Aquinas Suite with Triple Room
Contact Us
Duffy Hall, Room 68
(973) 761-9172
residencelife@shu.edu
Additional contact information for Housing and Residence Life can be found on the Contact Us webpage.