Busey-Evans Residence Halls

Busey-Evans Residence Halls consists of two connected buildings with Georgian Revival architecture on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. The complex provides single and double rooms, shared bathrooms, study lounges, laundry facilities, and a computer lab with a front desk open around the clock.

Busey Hall was built in 1916 and Evans Hall in 1926, serving as the first university residence halls that provided housing for female students. These buildings marked the beginning of organized student housing on campus.

These halls shape student life through traditions like shared breakfasts in Busey Garden and group activities during winter months. They serve as a place where residents build connections and create memories together.

The complex is located centrally on campus and easy to reach, with all main amenities in one place for easy access. The combination of study areas and recreational spaces makes it simple to navigate daily student life.

During World War I, Busey Hall was temporarily converted into military barracks from November 1917 to November 1918. After this period ended, the building opened as a residence for female students and began its role as student housing.