Cochise Residential College for Undecided Majors
Cochise Residential College is a learning-centered community designed to bring together students with undecided majors. By intentionally engaging students in the exploration of self, majors and the world of work, we hope to help them reach their goals.
Cochise Residential College is a unique collaboration between University College, University Learning Center, Dean of Students Office, Faculty Fellows, Career Services, and Residence Life ,creating a seamless link between in-class learning and out-of-class experiences in a residential setting.
Dennis T. Ray, Ph. D, a UA distinguished professor of Plant Sciences and Arid Lands Studies is the Faculty Fellow of Cochise Hall. He says, “Because of its smaller size and design, Cochise Residential College has a family feel about it, and residents really get to know each other rather well.” He also talks about the uniqueness that Cochise has to offer. “Cochise Residential College offers unique opportunities for students who have yet to decide upon a major, including being the only residence hall with an assigned advisor from University School, in-residence tutors, programs run by the University Learning Center and Career Services, and presentations about the different colleges and majors.”
Why Should You Consider Cochise Residential College?
Learn about resources on campus that can help you in your search for a major and future career direction.
- Personal assistance in discovering the right major for you.
- Connect to campus and feel that the UA is the place for you.
- Feel a sense of belonging with the residents of this residential college community.
- Benefit from academic support, tutoring and advising.
- Increase your desire to earn a college degree.
Benefits of Cochise Residential College
Janet Rico, the former University School Advising Specialist for Cochise Residential College, says, “An Academic advisor in Cochise exists because students require information and assistance to navigate the University system and to make appropriate decisions. It's nice because I am practically in their ‘living room’ which makes it convenient for them to have answers to their questions on hand. Being at Cochise also helps with the collaborative relationships they build with me.”
- Advising Specialist with office hours at Cochise
- Major Exploration Course for credit (an opportunity but not required)
- "Pizza with a Professional" programs at Cochise Hall
- Faculty Fellow
- Special programs focused on major and career
- Study lounges
- Hall staff trained to support the exploration process
- Exploration of self: who you are and what you want to do
- Explore majors, leadership, growth opportunities, and future careers
How to sign up for Cochise Residential College
To be eligible, all participants must submit an online Housing Application and $100 non-refundable application fee. Indicate your Living-Learning Community choices on your housing application. If you have already applied for housing, you can update your application by going back online and updating your hall preferences (this does not change your date) or send us an E-mail to: livinglearning@life.arizona.edu. Space is limited, and is on a first-come, first-served basis, so commit early! Commitments to this community are accepted until July 1 every year. You will be notified of your housing assignment by mail between April and July.
For more program information, about this program and services for students
who have not decided on a major, contact:
University College
(520) 621-7763
E-mail: ucfyc@u.arizona.edu
OR
Sharon Overstreet in Residence Life
(520) 626-1490
E-mail: overstreet@life.arizona.edu
“I would recommend Cochise Residential College. It’s been great! My advisor, Janet Rico is amazing.
Melissa Gitt
Freshman
Scottsdale, AZ
“Because of Cochise’s family atmosphere, I wouldn’t have made as many friends had I not lived in this residence hall. When I get nervous about not having a major or not knowing what my career is to be, I remember that no one else does here either. Getting an appointment with my advisor has been easy too.
My hall director and RAs are wonderful too. They plan so many activities, as does our Faculty Fellow. It will be one of the best experiences you will ever have.”
Belinda Richardson
Freshman
Prescott Valley, AZ
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