Mountain View Tower

Floor Plan

Please note: Dimensions for accommodations are approximations only. As with any physical structure, room sizes and dimensions may vary due to slight architectural differences and we cannot provide exact specifications for individual locations. While we understand you may want to purchase items for your room prior to arriving, it may be best to wait until you arrive when you can see the physical space within the unit.

View enlarged floor plans in the image gallery.

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Pricing

 A housing meal plan is required when living in Mountain View Tower.

Meals can be used at either of the two dining halls (The Marketplace & The Junction). Dining Dollars can be used at any of the retail dining locations on campus. Any changes to meal plans can be made during the first two weeks of the semester.

*Cost per meal calculated at three meals per day over a 16-week semester.

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*Mountain View Tower does not have central air conditioning.

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About the Community

Living Here

This unique, community-style residence hall is perfect for first-year students, international students, and anyone who is looking for strong community involvement. The community spaces in Mountain View Tower give students many opportunities to build long-lasting friendships and connections. Students who live here also have the support of many Residence Life Staff members.

We offer themed communities and are proud to have the Aggies Elevated program within our community. Mountain View Tower is fully equipped with a large entertainment center, full kitchen, various recreational equipment, computer lab, exercise room, and piano/music rooms. In an effort to reduce waste and encourage sustainable living habits, multiple recycling bins are found throughout the building and the community offers many programs throughout the school year focused on sustainability. This is a great place to live and experience what it’s like to be on-campus at Utah State University.

Area Amenities

Residents living in Mountain View Tower have access to:

• Piano/music practice rooms
• Study rooms in the basement and on each floor
• Fitness center
• Pool tables
• Ping pong tables
• Foosball tables
• Large entertainment center with TV
• Full kitchen
• Computer labs (with printing services)
• Small storage units

Residents can also check-out the following items for free at the Area Office (located in Mountain View Tower):

• Movies
• Cooking supplies
• Hammocks
• Sports equipment
• Board games
• Charcoal pits
• Irons
• Vacuums
• Brooms
• Snow shovels

Traditions

There's a few events held in Central Campus year after year that students enjoy. The fan favorite is the Central Campus Carnival, where the area is converted into a carnival-themed event with various games and activities for students and a chance to win some sweet prizes!

At the beginning of the school year, get ready for the Week of Welcome BBQ. Before one of the first football games of the year, students gather in Central Campus for some good food, then rally together and march to the football stadium for the game.

More traditions specific to the Towers are the Fall Festival, A Campus of Diversity, and the End-of-Year Celebration.

The Junction, right next door to both Mountain View Tower, hosts all sorts of events throughout the year, often with free or discounted food. A few of the more popular events include Open Mic Night, the Luau, and Oktoberfest.

Area Council

Area Council is a great way for residents to get involved in their community. It's similar to a student council. Membership is free and it's always open to new recruits. Active members have added benefits of free lock-outs, a chance to apply for scholarships, leadership retreats and networking.

Residents participating in Area Council are given the opportunity to plan programs for their area with the assistance of an advisor and a healthy budget courtesy of the USU Residence Hall Association. Area Council places a heavy focus on advocacy initiatives, allowing residents to make a great impact in the community. In addition, Area Council provides many leadership opportunities and serves as a great résumé builder.

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Additional Information

Furnishings

Bedroom

• 2 twin XL beds (36" x 80" mattresses)
• 2 desks
• 2 chairs
• 2 bookshelves
• 2 closets
• 2 dressers

Each room has a wired Ethernet port and wireless connectivity for Internet, curtains or blinds, full-length mirror and wall-to-wall carpeting.

Bathrooms

Each floor has two bathrooms at opposite ends of the hall, cleaned daily by USU Housing & Residence Life custodial staff. Bathroom are equipped with multiple sinks, private showers and toilets. Paper towels, soap and toilet paper are regularly stocked.

Laundry

The laundry machines are FREE to use! Just provide your own concentrated high-efficiency detergent.

High-efficiency, Energy Star® washers and dryers are installed that clean effectively, help save time and are gentle on your clothes and the environment! High-efficiency, front loading machines hold more clothes and use less water than conventional laundry equipment.

For best washing results:

• Use 2 Tbsp. of concentrated HE detergent (it's specially formulated for these machines)
• Choose a cold water setting to save energy
• Wash only full loads

For best drying results:

• Clean dryer filter before use

What To Bring

Ideas

Our Pinterest page has some great visual ideas and suggestions for what to bring. You can also see what things are best to leave at home.

Make Your "Home Away From Home"

Bring these items and make it your "home away from home."

• Bedding: sheets, blankets, pillow, pillowcases, and bedspread. Mattresses are 36” x 80” (Twin XL, longer than a regular twin bed).
• Towels and toiletries
• Laundry basket
• Alarm clock
• Stereo, radio
• Computer
• Wall decor, throw pillows, various decorative items as desired.

(Please do not use anything that may damage the walls to hang décor. We recommend using Command Picture Hanging Strips/Hooks by 3M)

In addition to your personal belongings, you may want to bring the following. Check with your roommates in advance to avoid duplication. You may even want to wait until after you move in and purchase items after consulting each other. The following is a list of possibilities:

• Small refrigerator
• Microwave

Please note: If you choose to bring a small refrigerator and/or microwave, make sure that you get one with a long cord as the electrical outlets are inconveniently located and these appliances must be plugged directly into the wall outlet, not into an extension cord or power strip, as per the USU Fire Marshal.

Storage space in all buildings is very limited. Please plan accordingly.

Housekeeping & Maintenance

Residents are responsible for cleaning their apartment, which includes the bathroom and should stock household cleaning supplies and toilet paper. Vacuum cleaners can be checked out for temporary use at the area office. Repairs and regular maintenance of residence halls is done by Housing Facilities staff. Residence may submit maintenance requests.

Mailing Address

Address Format

8(APT #) Mountain View Tower
Logan, UT 84321

Example

8213 Mountain View Tower
Logan, UT 84321

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