So much more
than a floor.

House Details

Floor # 8
Capacity 68
Room Types Double
Gender Co-Ed
Average Ceiling Height 9’0″
A/C Yes
Furnishings Lofted bed; desk with bookshelf and desk chair; wardrobe with drawers and hanging space; waste basket; recycle bin; mirror; towel bar; blinds.
More Details Emerson House has a study room for group projects to sketch out assignments on the white board. The den has couches and chairs for you and your friends to hang out and talk about the Cyclone game, play a game of cards, or just relax. Each house’s bathroom has individual shower stalls that have a place for changing. A water bottle refill station promotes the Department of Residence’s green initiatives.

House History

Nationally known as a soils expert, Paul Emerson was senior soil scientist for the federal conservation service. He received his Ph.D. from Iowa State and was a member of the soils staff here for over 15 years.