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Category: Living on Campus

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Living on Campus

Housing Applications 101

Posted on September 24, 2024April 21, 2025 by Blake Smith

The second most exciting thing about becoming a Tarleton State Texan is finalizing housing arrangements. Applying for housing at Tarleton State is as easy as 1,2,3…and 4. Follow these four …

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Living on Campus

Choosing The Best Housing Option For You

Posted on October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 by bailey

So you’ve been admitted, what’s next? If your answer was applying for Housing, then you’re correct! Choosing your first year residential hall is a big decision for anyone! Here are …

Illustration of colorful buildings with text: "Applying for Housing: what you need to know".
Living on Campus

What You Need to Know About Applying for Housing

Posted on September 7, 2023September 7, 2023 by bailey

We are SO excited to have you on campus! Remember, housing is first come first serve and it is very important to apply early. We encourage all students to have …

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Living on Campus

What To Do After You Move In

Posted on August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 by bailey

The day I moved in as a freshman in college, my parents helped pack up my stuff and bring it all to school. The Texan Movers brought all of my …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

Staying Active After High School

Posted on April 5, 2023April 3, 2023 by bailey

Not every high school athlete becomes a college athlete but every high school athlete can find a way to stay active in college! Or maybe you weren’t an athlete in …

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Living on Campus

10 Ways to Make Your Dorm Feel Like Home!

Posted on March 22, 2023May 19, 2023 by bailey

My name is Hailey Mencia, I am a First-Gen Sophomore at Tarleton State University. Coming into college I didn’t really know what to expect because no one in my family …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

WHAT’S NEW at Tarleton State

Posted on September 26, 2022September 19, 2022 by bailey

Tarleton State University has seen rapid growth in the past few years. To keep up with this growth, Tarleton continues to expand its campus! Here you’ll find what’s new on …

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International Student / Living on Campus

Texas Weather Information

Posted on August 23, 2022September 8, 2022 by bailey

Welcome to Texas and Tarleton State University! We in Undergraduate Admissions – Immigration and International Programs are happy that you have chosen to continue your education at Tarleton. Texas has four distinct …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

First Week of School Tips

Posted on August 4, 2022August 4, 2022 by bailey

Congratulations, you’re officially a freshman here at Tarleton State University! We are so excited for you to start this journey and to see you thrive during these next four years! …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

Getting Involved on Campus!

Posted on July 15, 2022July 15, 2022 by bailey

As a Tarleton State University student, you will have many opportunities to get involved throughout your time here. Tarleton offers recreational sports, clubs, fraternities/sororities, and over 100 different student organizations! …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

What to Expect for Move in Day!

Posted on July 5, 2022July 7, 2022 by bailey

It’s move-in time! This step is such an exciting time in your college career because it is the start of your next journey. If you are nervous about moving, that …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

How to Improve Your Time Management

Posted on June 3, 2022June 3, 2022 by bailey

My name is Annie Hailey, and I am a Senior here at Tarleton, I have had three years of experience when it comes to time management. My freshman year I …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

What are the Tarleton traditions that run so deep?

Posted on May 23, 2022May 31, 2022 by bailey

Purple Poo. Purple Pancakes. Bleed Purple. When you think of Tarleton I am sure you think of something purple. Tarleton State is a place of rich traditions, and these traditions …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

Let’s Dine, at Tarleton State University!

Posted on May 23, 2022September 21, 2022 by bailey

  A guide to eating on campus I don’t know about you, but food is one of my favorite things and when coming to college the food choices are important! …

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Living on Campus

A Look at Your First College Crib

Posted on October 21, 2021August 3, 2022 by bailey

With a one year live on campus requirement, we know how important it is to see what your living options are (and you’ve got a lot of options)! Not only …

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Living on Campus

Freshman Guide to Living on Campus

Posted on September 14, 2021June 29, 2023 by cfalambar

Living on Tarleton’s campus will allow you to get involved on campus, stay engaged with student life, and grow closer to your fellow classmates! My name is Emily Kahler and …

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Living on Campus

20 Essentials For Your Residence Hall

Posted on July 22, 2021November 22, 2021 by

As a first time college student moving into a residence hall, you may be wondering what all you should bring on move-in day. To help better prepare you, we’ve created …

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Living on Campus

Top 5 Microwaveable Meals

Posted on June 30, 2021May 11, 2023 by cfalambar

While Tarleton has some awesome dining options on campus (including the infamous Chick-Fil-A), you aren’t always going to want to leave your room to get food. That’s why we found …

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Living on Campus

Top Tips for Living with Roommates

Posted on June 29, 2021August 3, 2022 by bailey

Straight out of your teenage bedroom to your new college dorm at Tarleton State University! Not going to lie, finding your roommate and getting ready to move into your dorm …

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