There are eight first year Themed Housing Communities which have been intentionally designed to help first year students’ transition to Lehigh University while gaining connections within the campus and South Bethlehem community. Themed Housing Communities provide an opportunity for first year students to create an instant connection to peers, faculty, and staff with similar interests. Click on the individual logo to learn more about that community.

Arts ALive

A community focused on exploring and exposing students to the diverse fields of the fine and performing arts.

CHOICE

A community for students committed to living a healthy, substance-free lifestyle in a fun and engaging environment.

First Gen

A community which provides additional resources and communal support to first generation college students.

Global Lehigh

A community for domestic and international students interested in learning about world cultures and to promote better international understanding. 

Live.Learn.Serve.

This community connects residents with the South Bethlehem and Lehigh communities through meaningful community service.

Outdoor Adventure

A community for students to engage in variety of outdoor activities throughout the Lehigh Valley and surrounding area.

STEM

Students will enhance their knowledge of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics outside of the classroom and develop the skills necessary to be chosen leaders in their field. 

UMOJA

UMOJA, which means "unity" in Swahili, allows residents to develop a sense of community through a shared exploration of diversity and multiculturalism.