Themed Living Community (TLC)
Students living in the TLCs unite around a special interest or a theme.
Benefits of living in a TLC:
Each community presents its own scheduled events, academic support and social activities. is lead by a resident advisor, who is a member of the community, and overseen by a a steering committee drawing from students, faculty, Student Housing staff and other campus staff.
In this highly collaborative structure, students drive their communities, set priorities, plan activities and identify opportunities to improve their academic and personal growth. Research shows that students who participate in TLCs are more academically successful and adjust better to college life.
How to apply:
You can apply for an TLC when completing your housing application.
Available Themed Living Communities
The Cross-Cultural Themed Living Community is designed for students of all majors who desire to participate in meaningful, intentional, and brave discussions, programs, and events about social change. CSUN has a history of robust cross-cultural education, and this community is designed to foster a community of matadors engaged in creating a culture of social change. Cross-Cultural TLC leaders are encouraged to get involved in Student Housing, CSUN and their greater communities.
This community is open to all undergraduate and graduate students
Requirements for participation
- Submit and complete your Student Housing application by the designated deadline
- Select the Cross-Cultural community as your preference on your Student Housing application
- Enroll full-time in an undergraduate or graduate program
- Attend community standards and floor meetings
- Be an active participant in the community
For questions or more information regarding the Cross-Cultural TLC, please contact Student Housing at (818) 677-2587 or the Student Coordinator for Learning Communities at llc.tlc@csun.edu or (818) 677-6532
Sophomore and Transfer Student Experience: The Sophomore and Transfer Student Experience Themed Living Community brings together students who are in their second year of college, or who have transferred to CSUN from another college. This community is a supportive and fun environment where you will find others who are in your experience. Being in your second year of college can often be a difficult one for many students. Before, there was a great deal of support and guidance for you and you probably had some less difficult classes. In the second year, you may feel out of the loop, and this can leave you feeling like you should have it all figured out. Classes also become more challenging in the second year and beyond.
As a new transfer student, you may experience similar challenges. You are not brand new to college, but you are certainly brand new to CSUN. You know what it takes to be successful in college, but you may not have friends here yet, and you don't necessarily know all the resources available at CSUN. This community puts these two populations together to create community and support.
Throughout the year, you will have the opportunity to participate in social activities designed to let you explore your relationships with the people around you.
Requirements for participation
- Submit and complete your Student Housing application by the designated deadline
- Select the Sophomore and Transfer Student Experience community as your preference on your Student Housing application
- Enroll full-time in an undergraduate or graduate program
- Attend community standards and floor meetings
- Be an active participant in the community
- Be a second-year college student or a new transfer student.
If you have questions or would like more information regarding The Sophomore and Transfer Student Experience Themed Living Community, please contact the Student Coordinator for Learning Communities at llc.tlc@csun.edu or (818) 677-6532.
The Living above the Influence Themed Living Community brings together students who desire to live in an environment free from alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. While CSUN Student Housing prohibits the use of tobacco and drugs in all residential units and permits alcohol consumption only by students who are of legal drinking age, members of this TLC have committed to not using any tobacco, alcohol or drugs in this living environment, or being under the influence of these substances (after using or imbibing elsewhere) in the TLC.
Throughout the year, you will have the opportunity to participate in social activities designed to let you explore your relationships with the people around you.
The Living above the Influence community gives you the opportunity to be a member of a group that shares some of your identity and your own desire for academic success while supporting your personal growth.
This community is open to all undergraduate and graduate students
Requirements for participation
- Submit and complete your Student Housing application by the designated deadline
- Select the Living Above the Influence community as your preference on your Student Housing application
- Enroll full-time in an undergraduate or graduate program
- Attend community standards and floor meetings
- Be an active participant in the community
- Commit to not using any tobacco, alcohol or drugs in the living environment and further agree not to return to the TLC under the influence of these substances.
If you have questions or would like more information regarding the Living above the Influence community, please contact Student Housing at (818) 677-2587 or the Student Coordinator for Learning Communities at llc.tlc@csun.edu or (818) 677-6532.