The Office of Residential Life is open Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and is located in the Student Life Suite at Bates 220. Please note that the office is closed during university holidays and academic recesses. Availability may also be limited at times due to scheduled meetings or unforeseen circumstances.
Email is the preferred method of contact: ResLife@sarahlawrence.edu. The office may also be reached by phone at (914) 395-2575 during regular business hours.
If your call is directed to voicemail, please leave a detailed message to help us respond to your inquiry or request as efficiently as possible. To assist us in following up, please include the following information:
- First and last name
- Student ID number, if applicable
- A brief description of your inquiry or request, including any relevant details
- Preferred method of contact, such as a phone number or email address
A friendly reminder for families and supporters: We welcome inquiries and questions from parents, family members, and other supporters. However, in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and applicable student privacy regulations, there may be limitations on the student-specific information we are able to share. When additional follow-up is needed, our office will work directly with the student, as appropriate, to address concerns, answer questions, and facilitate requests. We appreciate the partnership of families and supporters as we work to support our students while respecting their privacy.
For additional information, please visit our resources on Parents as Partners & FERPA.
The Office of Residential Life strives to respond to all inquiries, requests, and voicemail messages as promptly as possible. Providing complete contact information and relevant details will help facilitate a timely response.
For emergencies requiring immediate assistance, please contact Campus Safety directly at (914) 395-2222.