Physical Description
Banks Hall was constructed in 1928 as a community-bath style residence hall. The second largest hall on campus, Banks includes 59 rooms and can house 105 students comfortably. In addition to the specialized study rooms located on each floor, there are also ceiling fans in each room to supplement the room controlled air units. Every room is wired for high-speed internet access and extended basic cable service is available in each room as well. There is a printer located on each floor for student use. Banks hall underwent extensive renovations in 1999.
Accommodations include:
- Average room dimensions are 11.6' x 13.7'
- Average window dimensions are 33" x 66"
- Vanity area and sink are provided in every room
- Spacious study lounges are located on each floor
- Sun deck on the third floor
- Laundry facilities in basement
- Beautiful hardwood floors
Banks Hall is named in the honor of the late William Nathaniel Banks and Mary Evelyn Wright Banks (class of 1914) of Grantville, Georgia. The Banks’ were trustees and longtime benefactors of the College.
Residential Environment
Banks Hall has accommodated many students in the past years, typically housing first year students. With the Fall of 2005, Banks continued this tradition by opening it's doors to the Pirate class of 2009. the First Years will benefit from increased and targeted programming to help them adjust to the Wesleyan College community.
Any community housed in Banks has been vibrant, trusting, and strong. Visitors, guests, and other residents would often find students socializing in the lounges, hallways, and kitchens. Additionally, the community bath layout Banks offers lends itself to a close-knit community amongst residents.
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