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West Fairchild (International Studies Residential College)

1861 Sheridan Road

West Fairchild, or International Studies Residential College, is located on South Campus, directly next to several important class buildings for Weinberg, Communication and Medill students. The international studies theme directs a lot of dorm activities and fireside chats, but students from all schools and majors live in ISRC.

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Vital stats

South campus

12.0 minute walk to Tech

5.0 minute walk to Norris

38 doubles

+ 30 singles

+ 0 triples

106 residents

14'6" by 11'7" room (double)

No air conditioning

Residential college

What residents say

“ISRC is in a great location. It is right in between campus and Evanston, which is really convenient because Evanston is an awesome place to experience.”

Anna Hinrichs, Weinberg freshman

“While ISRC's rooms are known for being some of the smallest on campus, I still believe that we have some of the greatest amenities. We're the only dorm on campus I know of that has a gym which is awesome. We have an arcade system which is fun, and any "game table" you can imagine.”

Hans Mueller-Schrader, Weinberg freshman

“I think programing is fun. It's not all just international studies. We have comedy, eco socials, a trip to zoo lights, and many other activities. I really like suite decorating; it's a great chance to bond with people living near you.”

Rohan Prakash, SESP freshman

“I think what makes ISRC stand out on campus is our size. We're not so big that you can't learn everyone's name, but not so small that you get on each other's nerves. The suite style living lends itself to fostering a smaller community within the residential college itself.”

Esteban Doyle, McCormick freshman

Vital stats

South campus

12.0 minute walk to Tech

5.0 minute walk to Norris

38 doubles

+ 30 singles

+ 0 triples

106 residents

Air conditioning

Residential college

14'6" by 11'7" room (double)

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