War of the Halls
Each semester, the Residential Housing Association hosts War of the Halls—a points-based competition between Community Councils designed to promote engagement, leadership, and hall spirit. Halls earn points by participating in RHA and NRHH events, attending General Assembly, and hosting impactful programs in their communities.
The top three performing halls are awarded programming funds to continue building their communities through events and initiatives. It’s friendly, competitive, and all about celebrating the hard work of student leaders.
Community Councils battling for a event circa 2018
Top Prizes
The top three winning halls each semester will receive:
- 🥇 1st Place – $700 for programming
- 🥈 2nd Place – $500 for programming
- 🥉 3rd Place – $300 for programming
How to Earn Points
Points are awarded for a variety of engagement categories, such as:
- Attending General Assembly meetings with your flag, shirt, or hat
- Hosting programs (general, wellness-focused, recognition-based, or sustainability-based)
- Co-programming with other halls
- Volunteering, submitting photos, participating in cleanups, and more
Points Rubric
Wondering exactly how points are distributed? Access the full rubric below for a detailed breakdown of events, criteria, and point values.
Why It Matters
War of the Halls isn’t just about winning—it’s about building community, encouraging leadership, and rewarding initiative. Every event you attend or host, every volunteer you send, and every tradition you build brings your hall closer together.
Get involved. Show your pride. And let the competition bring out the best in your community.