In response to student demand, eight Penn State dorms will make the shift to co-ed housing this fall, a change to be accompanied by other special living option opportunities. Students not belonging to the Schreyer Honors College or special interest houses have made more requests for co-ed housing, which will not be available in all residential areas on campus. A large number of those requests have been from women who have typically requested rooms in single-sex living areas, said Karen Feldbaum, associate director for the Office of Residence Life.
Many students find the co-ed living areas comfortable and beneficial.
I have met most of my friends. Many of them are guys. This fall, eight dorms will become co-ed. The co-ed designation of more dorms also allows for the expansion and creation of more special living options. Dorms in North Halls have had floors divided into two wings, Feldbaum said.