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Buchanan Residence Hall — Western Carolina University
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Buchanan Residence Hall

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About Buchanan Residence Hall

Buchanan Residence Hall opened in 1959 and is one of WCU's classic upper-campus traditional halls. The 4-floor hall houses 198 students in double-occupancy rooms and has no elevator. Community bathrooms are shared on each floor (1 per hall / 2 per floor). The hall is not air-conditioned. A kitchen and study lounge are available to residents. Buchanan is open to students of all class years.

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

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