In 2014, 51 adopted a new style of campus living – the Residential Commons system – trading a traditional student housing model for something significantly more focused on community and faculty involvement. Still one of only 12 colleges in the nation to employ this system, it’s one of the things that makes 51 such a special place.
Each of the 11 Commons have their own core values, signature events and community programming through Engage Dallas, a place-based engagement initiative.