General Information
Irvin Hall, the Living Learning Community for the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, was built in 1925 and is one of the oldest buildings on campus. As a residence hall, Irvin is truly a 'house.' The 85-member house is co-ed by floor, which provides for a well-balanced living environment. Irvin is ideally situated in scenic West Halls. The classic red brick building is conveniently located near Pattee Library, the EMS College Buildings (Deike, E.E.S., Hosler, Steidle, and Walker), Recreation Hall, and the Nittany Lion Shrine. In addition, it is only a few minutes walk from the busy activity of downtown State College or from the University Blue and White Golf Courses.
As active members of the house, students have the opportunity to participate in social, academic, and community service activities as well as intramural sports. Furthermore, house members attend college sponsored events that enable them to establish close ties with EMS professors -- ties that are not ordinarily available to other students of the University.
Adopt a Highway
Irvin Hall adopts a two-mile section of PA Route 64 just outside of Pleasant Gap. Each semester, groups of students from Irvin Hall clean up this highway in an ongoing effort to be involved in the community in and around State College.
Useful Links
*College of EMS / Ryan Family Student Center*
College of Earth & Mineral SciencesRyan Family Student Center
EMS Student Council
*Earth & Mineral Sciences Department Homepages*
Energy and Mineral EngineeringGeosciences
Geography
Materials Science and Engineering
Meteorology and Atmospheric Science
*Housing Information*
University Park Food ServicesUniversity Park Housing
Residence Life