Read Residence Center

Completed in 1955, Read was originally an all-female residence hall called Smithwood. In 1960 it was renamed Daniel Read Residence Center, in honor of the late professor of ancient languages who taught IU's first female students.

Read is laid out in an "X" shape, with four wings: Beck, Clark, Curry and Landes. Men reside in the Beck and Curry wings, while women live in Clark and Landes. The first floor houses the center desk, lobby, staff offices, multiple study spaces, a game room, and formal lounges. El Bistro Cafe, located in the basement, offers breakfast foods, Mexican, and sandwiches. The nearby Restaurants at Woodland, opening in Fall 2013, provide students with additional dining options.

Read also houses multiple dance and music practice rooms, multiple laundry facilities, and a Music, Movies & More store, where students can check out DVDs and CDs with their student ID.

All four wings in Read are connected through a central hub, which allows students the ability to visit friends all over the building. Floors 2 through 5 are traditional doubles, and most rooms share a half-bath with a neighboring room. A community bathroom is located on each floor as well. Floor 6 contains single rooms.

Read is staffed by 18 Resident Assistants, three Graduate Supervisors, an Office Services Assistant, Assistant Residence Manager, and Residence Manager.

If you have questions about Read Residence Center, you can contact the front desk at 812.855.5586. Desk hours are:
Monday-Friday 8am-Midnight
Saturday-Sunday 10am-Midnight