“Home of the First Year Experience” That’s what the sign says. Welcome to DeSmet Hall. Right here at Regis University. This four-story building isn’t just a dorm. It’s a piece of Denver’s history. It’s named after Father Pierre DeSmet. A Jesuit missionary. He forged strong bonds with Native American tribes in the 1800s.
DeSmet Hall isn’t just bricks and mortar. It’s a vibrant community. First-year students call it home. Imagine the energy. The laughter. The late-night study sessions. The friendships forged within these walls. Each floor has a central lounge. A place for students to connect. Watch movies. Work on projects.
Rooms in DeSmet are spacious. Twelve by sixteen feet. Twin-XL beds. Desks. Dressers. Even closets. It’s substance-free. Meaning no alcohol or drugs. Staff are always present. Community Development Assistants (CDAs). Peer Ministers. Desk Assistants are there too. They are all trained to guide students. They act as role models. Promoting campus involvement. Fostering a strong sense of community.
DeSmet is more than just a place to sleep. It has laundry facilities. A 24-hour study room. A computer room. Even a furnished lounge with cable TV. The building boasts study rooms on each floor. A printer on the first floor. Heating and air conditioning in each room. Everything a busy college student needs.
But the true magic of DeSmet Hall lies in its people. The students who fill its halls. The staff who shape their lives. The history that echoes within its walls. It’s a place of learning. Of growth. Of discovery. It is a vibrant hub of activity. A testament to the spirit of Regis University. A quiet corner of Denver steeped in history and filled with young lives. It’s a place to begin. A place to become.