Community Outreach and Good Neighbor Policy

The University of the District of Columbia has been a vital part of the Van Ness community for many years. We are dedicated to preserving the positive relationships we have with our neighbors. To continue to foster these positive relationships we have created our “Good Neighbor Policy” for all students who commute and live in our university student apartments.

Good Neighbor Policy

Students living in the community or commuting to classes are members of the University of the District of Columbia and their behavior reflects directly on the university.

All students must recognize and appreciate that residents of the Van Ness community have made a commitment to their neighborhood. The overall atmosphere and quality of life of the neighborhood can be significantly influenced by the behavior exercised by all students. Displaying a courteous and respectful attitude at all times makes for better neighbor relations and a more positive experience for students, staff, faculty, and all community members.

Residents living in the neighborhood around campus have the right to enjoy a reasonable level of peace and quiet. Students are expected to implement good judgment and be receptive and respectful to the needs of our university neighbors.

Disorderly conduct, public intoxication, rowdiness, or any form of lewd or aggressive behavior is not consistent with the University’s values and those students found in violation may be subject to judicial review. The University of the District of Columbia’s Office of Public Safety will respond to complaints from neighbors and others when behavior occurs in our student apartments or around local businesses and establishments that is inconsistent with the behavioral expectations of the university.

Community Outreach

Community members with questions, comments, or concerns about students residing in university student apartments may direct their calls or e-mails to the following:

Hotline: 202.274.5050 (Office of Public Safety)

Ms. Juanita D. Gray, Director of Residence Life
202.274.7254
juanita.gray@udc.edu

Dr. William U. Latham, Chief Student Development & Success Officer
202.274.5210
william.latham@udc.edu

Office of Public Safety
202.274.5050

Community members (including local businesses) with questions, comments, or concerns regarding all other UDC students (non-residential) may direct their calls or e-mails to the following:

Michelle Pourciau
Executive Director of External Affairs
202.274.5314
michelle.pourciau@udc.edu

Thomas E. Redmond
Director – State and Local Affairs
202.274.5622
tredmond@udc.edu

Dr. William U. Latham, Chief Student Development & Success Officer
202.274.5210
william.latham@udc.edu

Office of Public Safety
202.274.5050

Apartment Communities

The University of the District of Columbia houses our students in two luxury apartment communities across from the Van Ness campus. The apartment communities are in walking distance to grocery stores, banks, restaurants, the National Zoo, the National Cathedral, Rock Creek Park, Cleveland Park neighborhood and Woodley Park/Adams Morgan neighborhood. They are also steps away from the Van Ness/UDC Metro Station on the Red Line with easy access to all major DC museums, monuments, and attractions.

3003 Van Ness

2 bedroom, 1 bathroom units
4 students per unit
Full Kitchen
Full Bathroom
Swimming Pool
24 Hour Fitness Center
24 Hour Business Center
24 Hour Front Desk
Social Room
Free Wifi in Lobby
Twin Bed
Dresser
Desk
Chair

AVA Van Ness

2 bedroom, 2 bathroom units
5 students per unit
Full Kitchen
Full Bathroom(s)
Swimming Pool
24 Hour Fitness Center
24 Hour Business Center
24 Hour Front Desk
Free Wifi in Lobby
Twin Bed
Dresser
Desk
Chair