Does South Russell Hall have air conditioning?

Yes — renovation coverage explicitly states the renovated hall 'features WiFi, cable TV, air conditioning and laundry facilities.'

When was South Russell Hall built?

Most independent sources put original construction in 1967, though one secondary 2014 article's '60-year-old hall' phrasing implies an earlier date closer to 1954 — not fully reconciled.

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South Russell Hall Dorm Checklist 2026

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254 residents; Double Community Bath (85%), Triple Community Bath (11%), Single Community Bath (4%)

Co-ed hall renovated 2013-14, reopened with 114 rooms after refurbishment. Fosters "authentic Christian community" per its official Baylor page; located near the School of Education and Marrs McLean Science Building. All rooms are community-bath only, including the small single-room allotment.

Bed SizeAdjustable frame, loft-capable
Under-BedLoft height not published by Baylor
ACYes
On-CampusRequired (first 2 semesters)

✓ In the room

XL twin bed frame (adjustable heightloft-capable)3-drawer dresserdeskchairnightstandcloset/wardrobesink (room-dependent)WiFicable TVlaundry in building

✗ Not provided

Not itemized by Baylor (official room-details page and What to Bring PDF both blocked from direct accessHTTP 403)

⊘ Prohibited

Candles (unless wick removed)open flames/matches/lightersgrills (community charcoal grills only)space heatershalogen lampsdeep freezers/fryershot platestoaster ovensextension cordsnon-surge-protected multi-plug coverse-scooters (indoor storage/use)nails/screws/permanent adhesivesbed riserssecurity/surveillance camerastobacco/e-cigs/hookahsweapons incl. non-kitchen knives

A single secondary source called this a '60-year-old hall' in 2014 (implying ~1954 built); multiple independent sources instead agree on 1967 as the original construction date, which this entry uses.

Living in South Russell Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

South Russell rooms are Double Room Community Bath (85% of the hall), Triple Room Community Bath (11%), or Single Room Community Bath (4%), each with the Baylor-wide standard XL twin bed frame (adjustable height, described by Baylor as loft-capable), a 3-drawer dresser, desk, chair, split-desk pedestal/nightstand, and closet or wardrobe. The 2013-14 renovation specifically brought in movable furniture including a loft bed, desk, and chest of drawers in every room, plus smartphone-compatible door locks.

Day to day

South Russell is a co-ed First-Year Community with 254 residents. The hall was renovated from May 2013 to August 2014 at roughly $8.5 million, reopening with 114 rooms including 19 new single-occupancy rooms. Unlike Martin and Penland, South Russell has an explicit official quote confirming air conditioning: renovation coverage states the hall 'features WiFi, cable TV, air conditioning and laundry facilities.' The building fosters what its official Baylor page calls an 'authentic Christian community,' and sits near the School of Education and the Marrs McLean Science Building.

Move-in day

As an official First-Year Community, South Russell move-in for new students is Thursday, August 20, 2026, 8am-12pm, with an optional free early move-in window Sunday Aug 16 through Tuesday Aug 18.

Room ideas

See The Raised Bed styled

The frame goes up, and the floor underneath comes back as storage.

Styled render — not a photo of South Russell Hall.

Everything for your South Russell Hall room

The complete Baylor packing list, tuned to South Russell Hall — best picks flagged, anything the room already includes pulled out, and every item shoppable. Affiliate links; live Amazon prices where available, may vary.

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Dorm shopping guides: Mini fridge · Surge protector · Storage bins · Mattress topper · Desk lamp · Bedding sets · Twin XL sheets · Shower caddy · Towels · Shower shoes · Laundry hamper · Area rug · Mirror · Over-door organizer · Closet organizers · Fans (no AC) · Loft bed setup

South Russell Hall FAQ

Does South Russell Hall have air conditioning?: Yes — renovation coverage explicitly states the renovated hall 'features WiFi, cable TV, air conditioning and laundry facilities.'
When was South Russell Hall built?: Most independent sources put original construction in 1967, though one secondary 2014 article's '60-year-old hall' phrasing implies an earlier date closer to 1954 — not fully reconciled.
Is South Russell Hall a good hall to live in?: That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: South Russell Hall has Adjustable frame, loft-capable beds with Loft height not published by Baylor of under-bed storage, and is fully air conditioned. Baylor provides XL twin bed frame (adjustable height, loft-capable), 3-drawer dresser, desk, chair, nightstand, closet/wardrobe, sink (room-dependent), WiFi, cable TV, laundry in building in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how South Russell Hall stacks up against Baylor's other halls above.

Thinking About Living in South Russell Hall Next Year?

If you're choosing housing for next year rather than packing for move-in, here's what's already verified about South Russell Hall: it has Adjustable frame, loft-capable beds with Loft height not published by Baylor of under-bed clearance, and the room is air conditioned. On top of that, the room comes with XL twin bed frame (adjustable height, loft-capable), 3-drawer dresser, desk, chair, nightstand, closet/wardrobe, sink (room-dependent), WiFi, cable TV, laundry in building; you'll need to bring Not itemized by Baylor (official room-details page and What to Bring PDF both blocked from direct access, HTTP 403) yourself; Candles (unless wick removed), open flames/matches/lighters, grills (community charcoal grills only), space heaters, halogen lamps, deep freezers/fryers, hot plates, toaster ovens, extension cords, non-surge-protected multi-plug covers, e-scooters (indoor storage/use), nails/screws/permanent adhesives, bed risers, security/surveillance cameras, tobacco/e-cigs/hookahs, weapons incl. non-kitchen knives isn't allowed. The full day-to-day breakdown above covers the room, the building, and move-in day in more depth.

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South Russell Hall Dorm Checklist 2026

Living in South Russell Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

Day to day

Move-in day

See The Raised Bed styled

Everything for your South Russell Hall room

Bedding

Fan — optional

Bathroom

Personal Care & Grooming

Self-Care Essentials

Storage & Organization

Closet Space-Savers

Tech & Power

Laundry

Desk & Study

Health & Safety

Comfort & Room

Kitchen & Dining

Misc Essentials

Move-In Day Gear

South Russell Hall FAQ

Thinking About Living in South Russell Hall Next Year?

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