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Portola Residence Hall

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🏛 Suite🚿 Semi-Private Bathroom👥 Co-Ed❄️ No AC

About Portola Residence Hall

Portola Residence Hall provides suite-style housing for approximately 260 freshman and sophomore students with semi-private bathroom arrangements. The building emphasizes smaller community groups while remaining connected to the residential college network. Positioned on central campus, Portola residents enjoy access to dining services and academic resources. The suite format supports both new student transition and upperclass residential experiences.

Portola Residence Hall has no air conditioning. Students here often pick up:

Gaiatop USB Desk Fan – 5.5" Portable (3-Speed) · $7.98 Vornado VFAN Mini Classic Vintage Desk Fan · $39.99

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