Welcome to Unit 2

Unit 2 is a unique place to live and learn. Housing approximately 250 students in each of its four newly renovated buildings, Unit 2 has a strong sense of community. Unit 2 is located a convenient distance from campus- not too far to walk, but far enough to get away when you need to relax.
In addition to the community focus, Unit 2 has several special features. Our DC is recognized as one of the best on campus, the photo ID center is located on site, and we have an excellent academic center to meet your needs as a student. We also house upper-division and transfer students in Davidson Hall, as well as the LGBT Theme Program on a floor in Ehrman Hall. Unit 2 really is a great place to be. Join us.


Live-in hall staff at Unit 2 includes:
Resident Assistants (RAs)
Program Assistants (PAs)
Security Coordinator (SC)
Security Monitors (SMs)
Health Workers (HWs)
Resident Directors (RD)

Here are descriptions of the duties of these individuals.

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Programs and Events - What's Happening When And Where?

The hall staff at Unit 2 develops and coordinates approximately 80 academic, social and cultural programs a semester. They range from a common class listings and faculty dinners, to Asian cultural nights, ski trips to Lake Tahoe, and safer sex programs. These programs allow residents an opportunity to educate and develop themselves outside of the classroom setting. In addition, the health workers and hall associations also coordinate many activities and programs for Unit 2.


Leadership Opportunities at Unit 2:

Hall Associations
Unit 2 has four Hall Associations made up of student leaders from Ehrman, Cunningham, Griffiths and Davidson Halls. An executive board comprised of a President, Executive vice-president, Social Vice President, Treasurer, Residence Hall Association Representative, and Co-Board representative are elected each semester. Additional leadership opportunities exist by becoming involved as a floor or suite representative. Together, the student leaders in each area provide a myriad of social, educational, recreational and fun programming and activities for students. Becoming involved with the Hall Association is a tremendous opportunity to develop and fine-tune leadership skills and to positively contribute to your community.

Co-Board
Co-Board is comprised of student co-board representatives and the presidents of the four hall associations at Unit 2. They actively plan and create many large scale events for Unit 2 residents. Last fall semester, they hosted a Unit 2 Dance Party for residents and their guests. During the spring, the Co-Board traditionally sponsors the annual boat dance - sometimes combined with Unit 1 residents. Last April, Unit 2 and Unit 1 residents sailed away on the bay on a Commodore Cruises dining yacht.

Volunteer Tutors
The tutor program is a fun, and a great way to get involved, right where you live. As a volunteer you spend one hour per week tutoring in the subject of your choice. Tutors also get special training and attend meetings to talk with other volunteers.

Student Orientation Staff
You can expect to be greeted by a SOS member upon check-in during August. Each Unit depends upon returning residents to form the Student Orientation Staff (SOS) to help design and initiate programs and activities at move-in time in the fall. SOS members assist the hall staff in coordination events which are intended to welcome students to the residence halls and assist them in becoming familiar with their new environment.

Peer Review Board
Peer Review Board is a student leadership group of 8-10 students who hear cases of policy violations affecting the community. The board meets on weekly basis and is led by a rotating chairperson. They critically analyze the incident report and discuss the report with the student. With the information provided by the student and the report, they decide if a student is responsible or not responsible for a policy violation and if appropriate, assigns a creative, community based sanction.

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Security at Unit 2:

Unit 2's safety and security program is spearheaded by four security coordinators and approximately 50 student security monitors. The security program maintains an information and security desk at each of the four Buildings. The desk holds a wealth of information; resource guides are available for students to browse through everything from Recreational Sports to cable TV information. Security monitors can also provide phone numbers and information on public transportation.


About The Students:

Unit 2 is home of a variety of students from diverse back-grounds. Our students engage themselves in all aspects of the University. In three of our main buildings we primarily house first-year students, and in Davidson Hall we house the majority of upper division and transfer students. We also host the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered Theme Program on the fifth floor of Ehrman Hall. Most students are from California and all are full time students at UC, Berkeley.

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Student Comments About Unit 2:

"Unit 2 is a great place to live. It's close to campus, but far enough away to escape."

"The computer center is convenient, and right down stairs."

"The Dining Commons ROCKS! Everyone eats here."

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