Theme Housing

Active undergraduates students who will be sophomores, juniors, seniors, or 5th year students are welcome to join a Theme Community by signing a theme specific housing contract during the selection process each year. If you have already accepted a Gryphon position, or joined a Greek organization wherein you are expected to live in the Chapter House, you will not be able to join a Theme Community unless you change your student status. Please contact Housing Services for help in doing so.

For more information on each Theme, read the description on the Residence Life page.

Sophomore & Upperclass Theme Communities 2026-27

  • Classical Education: A community that fosters a vibrant living-learning environment for students passionate about literature, debate, and the liberal arts, and classical education encouraging open dialogue and intellectual growth.
  • Gamers’ Guild: A community designed for students to connect through a shared passion for all forms of gaming, from tabletop RPGs and board games to video games. It serves as a social hub where players of every level can collaborate, host tournaments, and build a lasting community through intentional play and teamwork.
  • Mindset: A community for students who choose to live a healthy and substance-free lifestyle in a fun and engaging environment. Through various activities and interactions, members foster an environment that promotes well-being and personal growth while enjoying a social atmosphere.
  • Music Appreciation House: This community fosters a vibrant, supportive, and inspiring music environment at Lehigh, uniting musicians for collaboration, practice, and diverse musical exploration, while also aiming to positively impact the wider community through performances and outreach.
  • Outdoor Enthusiasts: Nestled amidst mountains and woodlands, Lehigh beckons outdoor enthusiasts with its plethora of outdoor activities. Our mission, encapsulated in the GREEN principles - Growth, Retention, Enthusiasm, Events, and Nature - is to forge robust connections with the outdoors, promote preservation efforts, lead responsibly, host inclusive events, and champion the ethos of leaving no trace.
  • STEM: A community for students looking to 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. Note: If you are in the RARE program, you are required to live within this community during your second year. 
  • Studio House: A community where musicians, filmmakers, and visual artists live and work together to produce original, interdisciplinary content. By providing shared creative spaces and a supportive environment, the community fosters artistic growth and meaningful peer connections that enrich the broader campus culture.
  • UMOJA: UMOJA, which means "unity" in Swahili, allows residents to develop a sense of community through a shared exploration of diversity and multiculturalism.
    • Location: UMOJA House
  • Year2@LU: A community to feel connected, try new things, and grow alongside other second-year students. As you navigate increased independence, this community helps you find your people and explore what matters to you. Beyond building genuine connections, you'll gain practical leadership skills and the confidence to make an impact. 

Placement & Configurations

Theme placement and configurations will be posted one the number of people in each theme can be determined.