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Herts Accommodation: Residence Life and student support.

Residence Life supports students living in University accommodation. Get help with wellbeing, settling into halls, practical issues, out-of-hours support and events to help you connect with other students.

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Residence Life support

The Residence Life team is here to support students living in University accommodation and help you have a positive experience in halls.

Contact us

Email: reslife@herts.ac.uk

Opening hours

  • Monday to Thursday: 8.30 to 17.00
  • Friday: 8.30 to 16:00

Resident Assistants (RAs)

Resident Assistants (RAs) are trained student support staff who provide support and guidance to students living in University accommodation. The RAs can offer advice, signpost services and help with concerns affecting your wellbeing or accommodation experience. 

RAs are available:

  • 24/7 support,365 days a year (including University holidays)
  • Call 01707 281010 after hours/weekends.
  • RAs are trained students who can help with any issue.

Who can I contact for support?

Contact Residence Life, an RA or Security if you:

  • Feel unwell or need wellbeing support
  • Feel low, anxious or depressed
  • Are being threatened, bullied or harassed
  • Have concerns about alcohol or drug misuse
  • Need help with a serious noise complaint
  • Are locked in or locked out of your room
  • Have concerns about another student living in halls

Accommodation enquiries

For room allocation or accommodation administration enquiries:

Email: accommodation@herts.ac.uk

Or visit the Student Centre.

Out-of-hours support

Security and Resident Assistants can be contacted on:

01707 281010

Residence Life events

Residence Life runs regular events and activities to help students:

  • Meet other residents
  • Build friendships
  • Improve wellbeing
  • Learn new skills
  • Feel part of the Herts community

Events are free for students living in University accommodation.

Most activities do not require booking, although some events may require a ticket.

Examples of events

  • Pet therapy sessions
  • Sports activities
  • Craft nights
  • Games nights
  • Tournaments
  • Meet and greet events

Find upcoming events

Look out for updates:

  • In accommodation common rooms
  • At accommodation help desks
  • On Instagram: @hertsreslife
  • On TikTok: @hertsreslife

Need additional support?

If you have questions about Residence Life support or would like guidance on the services available, contact:

Residence Life team contacts

Role

Contact

Residence Life Safeguarding Manager (Diane Kendrick)

Ext. 77370

Deputy Residence Life Manager (Charlie Wright)

01707 284062 (Ext. 4062)

Residence Life Officer (Alyssa Lever)

01707 285954 (Ext. 5954)

Residence Life Officer (Jessica Smith)

01707 281163 (Ext. 1163)

Residence Life Officer (Mohammed Irfan)

01707 284697 (Ext. 4697)

Engagement and Events Officer (Eleanor Rousell)

Contact via Residence Life

 

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Contact Us

Emergencies

Security

Today - Open 24 Hours
Security Control Room, College Lane and de Havilland

Community Student Support Officer

Office of the Dean of Students

Today 08:30 - 17:00
Room B440, College Lane
We are out of the office quite a lot, due to carrying out regular off-campus house visits. If you call please leave a message.

Accommodation Helpdesk

Residence Life

Today 08.00 - 20.00
Accommodation Helpdesk, College Lane
Today 08.00 - 18.00
Accommodation Helpdesk, de Havilland

Residence Life Team

Office of the Dean of Students

Today 08:30 - 17:00
B440 , College Lane
Outside of office hours, in an emergency please contact Security (01707 281010 internal 1010)
Today 08.30 - 17.00
Residential Services Office , De Havilland Campus