The Kenneth and Jeanine Dobbins River Campus Center Residence Hall is located on the River Campus in downtown Cape Girardeau, with shuttle access to the main campus as well as its own dining and fitness center. This residence hall offers suite-style living with two-person rooms connected by a shared entrance, kitchenette, living room, and bathroom. Bedrooms come furnished with a bed, desk, chair, dresser, and built-in closet for each student.
At the Dobbins River Campus Center, you’ll find a mix of new and returning students. All residents are required to be members of the Visual and Performing Arts Community special interest housing. So, you’ll be surrounded by other creative visual and performing arts students.
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This is an example of a student room; some rooms will have a slightly different layout.
Dobbins Center Specifications
| Four-person Suite Room Item | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Room (approximate measurements) | 11'7"W x 13'8"L x 9'2"H |
| Window: two per room | 4'W x 6'8"H |
| Desktop | 36"L x 24"W |
| Freestanding 3-drawer dresser: drawers are approximately 5.5" tall. | 30"W x 24"D x 30"H |
| Bedroom Outlets | 4 quad outlets |
| Livingroom Outlets | 5 double outlets |
| Kitchenette Outlets | 2 double outlets |
| Bathroom Outlets | 2 double outlets |
| Built-in closet from the floor to the height of the closet rod | 42"W x 31"D x 65"H |
| Mattress size: extra-long twin, with loft kit | 80"L x 38"W |
| Storage beneath the bed (approximate measurements): when the bed is on the highest rung without lofting | 80"L x 39"D x 33"H |
| Space under sink | 27"W x 24"H x 20"D |
Dobbins Center Amenities
Suite and Floor Amenities
- Bathroom: shared double sinks accessible outside of room with toilet and shower
- Built-in closet, one per student
- Community kitchen (in floor lounge)
- Floor lounge: seating, TVs, kitchen, game area
- Internet: LAN (1 per student) and Wi-Fi
- Kitchenette: refrigerator and microwave (each suite)
- Laundry (each floor)
- Living room: couch, chair, end table, and 36" flat screen Smart TV (each suite)
- Practice rooms: piano, rooms are soundproof (each floor)
- Room furniture: bed, desk, chair, and dresser
- Carpeted Bedrooms
- LVT/Vinyl Flooring in Common Areas
Dobbins Center
- Dining: St. Vincent's Commons
- Fitness center (second floor)
- Vending and ice machines (first floor)
What's Nearby
- Downtown restaurants, shops, and landmarks
- Mississippi Riverfront, Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge, and park
- River Campus academic and performance spaces
Quick Facts
- Located on the River Campus
- Capacity: 184 students
- Hall Type: suite-style, shared bath/shower (cleaned by resident), kitchenette and lounge
- Room Types: double
- 2 floors, 92 rooms, 2 RAs per floor
- For Holland College of Arts and Media students
Mailing Address
Student Name
Dobbins Center - River Campus and Room #
410 S. Fountain Street
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
2024-2025 Residence Hall Rates
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RESIDENCE HALL |
SEMESTER RATE |
ACADEMIC RATE |
PRIVATE ROOM* SEMESTER RATE |
PRIVATE ROOM ACADEMIC RATE |
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Greek/Group Singles |
$3925 |
$7850 |
N/A |
N/A |
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Towers East and South Singles |
$3925 |
$7850 |
N/A |
N/A |
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Towers North and West, Merick Doubles |
$3925 |
S7850 |
$5887.50 |
$11,775 |
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LaFerla and Vandiver Doubles (Special Interest Housing) |
$4000 |
$8000 |
$6000 |
$12,000 |
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Dobbins River Campus Center Doubles (Visual and Performing Arts Special Interest Only) |
$4125 |
$8250 |
N/A |
N/A |
|
Towers North and West Premium Doubles (Private Bathroom) |
$4425 |
$8850 |
$6637.50 |
$13,275 |
*A private room is a double room with the other side bought out so the student will not have a roommate. These are only granted through the lottery process held in January for returning students; then based upon availability within the residence halls through the room change process. N/A indicates that a private room is not an option for this building.
RHA Fee
$15 per semester
The RHA fee serves multiple purposes. $7.30 goes to fund all the activities of the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and the National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH). These student leadership organizations provide programming, conference attendance, and leadership development opportunities to our on-campus residents. $5.00 goes to support safety and security in the residence halls. These funds assist the Office of Residence Life in expanding keycard access to exterior doors of residence halls, installing cameras at residence hall entrances, and maintaining that equipment. $2.70 funds the programming provided by the Resident Assistants (RAs) in each of our residence halls. This money supports community development and educational programming provided throughout the residence halls during the year.
Technology Fee
$30 per semester
The technology fee is used to support the technology needs of each of the residence halls. This money supports the wireless and LAN networks in the student rooms, lounges, and throughout the residence halls. Funds are used to maintain and upgrade equipment, pay licensing or renewal fees, and maintain the software available to students within the residence halls.
Dining
While you’re here, you won’t be stuck eating mac and cheese (unless that’s what you want). Find tons of dining across campus including options that cater to your dietary needs, so you won’t have to sacrifice quality or nutrition for convenience. Plus, you’ll dine with a clear conscience—learn about our sustainability efforts and eco-friendly packaging. Explore our dining options and select the meal plan that’s right for you.
One University Plaza, MS 0055
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701