Values & Sustainability
University Housing Mission
University Housing is a community dedicated to a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that fosters life-long learning and development.
University Housing Values
RESPONSIBILITY
We value accountability and how it impacts our person, community, and world.
ACADEMICS
We value intellectual growth through a variety of educational opportunities.
INCLUSIVITY
We value the experiences which challenge and celebrate diverse perspectives that support the individual and overall community.
DEVELOPMENT
We value intrapersonal and interpersonal growth.
ENGAGEMENT
We value opportunities for community involvement and collaborative learning.
RECOGNITION
We value the individual and community achievements.
SAFETY
We value safe and secure living environments.
Sustainability
In 2014, Raider Village (3 buildings including Shasta, McLoughlin and The Hawk Dining) were awarded LEED Gold certification.
SOU recycles using the red and blue bins on campus. This is taken to the Recycling Center for further sorting. To understand, what can and can’t be recycled, please visit https://sustainability.sou.edu/recycling/
At the end of Spring Term at Move-Out, we partner with Goodwill to divert as many reusable goods from landfill.