Building Profile
Essex Hall is home to the eagle mascot and has been a part of Western residences since 1997. Essex is made up of:
- 508 beds
- Two shared, in-suite washrooms
- Mandatory meal plan; In-building dining hall
- Two music practice rooms
- An eSports Lounge
Residence Details
What’s provided in the room?
- Approximate single room size 2.74m (9') x 3.2m (10.5')
- Single bed with mattress 203cm (80") long by 91cm (36") wide, 15 cm (6") deep, with mattress protector
- Space under the bed is approximately 10"
- Each single room contains closet and chest of drawers
- Room also contains desk, desk drawer unit, floor-length mirror, curtains, desk chair, desk lamp, corkboard, wastebasket, and overhead lighting
- Cable television connection which can be activated by contacting a local service provider
What's provided in the suite?
- Living room: couch, 2 chairs, 4 stools, coffee table, poster rail
- Kitchen: microwave, sink, range top, refrigerator, bar-height counter (for eating), cupboards, wastebasket, recycling bin
- Washrooms (2): sink, shower stall, toilet, towel rails, mirror, wastebasket
- Shared storage closets (2)
What’s provided in the building?
- 24/7 front desk access
- Swipe card access to building entrance after 7pm daily
- Connect-IT wireless and wired internet
- 2 music practice rooms (with piano)
- Cardio/weight room in building
- Laundry facilities in each lounge
- Large common room featuring couches, ping pong, vending machines
- Dining Hall open seven days a week
- Study rooms for study purposes
Floor Details
- Suites are comprised of four residents
- 6 floors in building, divided into two wings, plus ground floor
- Each floor is comprised of approximately 45 residents
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Building Contact Info
Student's Full Name
Room Number & Letter, Essex Hall
Western University
1200 Western Road
London, Ontario, Canada
N6G 5E3
Front Desk: 519-661-4240