A Timeline of Events
1917
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On August 23, “The Bishop’s Hostel” opened for young women studying teaching at the University. Originally, there were only 15 students and the experience was relatively formal. Students couldn't be out past 9pm and they were waited on by maids.
1974
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The Hall moved to the Ilam campus close to the University. The first "guests" were Commonwealth games competitors who stayed in January 1974 for those games.
2022
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With the ever-changing landscape of residential accommodation, the Hall rebrands itself as Arcady Hall. ‘Arcady’ comes from the word Arcadia, meaning 'rustic paradise'. We can’t think of a better way to describe the hall than a rustic paradise – a place that is caring, accepting and fun, with a mix of traditional and new and exciting events. Arcady is more than bricks and mortar, it’s home!
1924
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The hostel moved to 10 Cranmer Square. Students began to help with cooking and cleaning since domestic staff were hard to come by during the Great Depression and WWII.
1993
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The (almost) inevitable happened, it was found impossible to fill the Hall with women. So the Hall opened its doors to male residents, starting with just 12 men. Bishop Julius has been a co-ed Hall since 1993 and there is now an even mix of female and male students.
Vision
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‘Arcady Hall: where students thrive'
Mission
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To foster a caring community that celebrates diversity and values academic success
Values
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Inclusiveness, Community, Academic Success
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