Poteat Residence Hall
Poteat Residence Hall’s namesake, William Louis Poteat, was an 1877 graduate of Wake Forest. President of the University from 1905-1927, he is best known for his defense of the teaching of evolution during a time when the topic was extremely controversial among scholars and theologians. Poteat houses Zick’s Pizza Parlor which functions as a hangout space for students.
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Community Details
| Office Location: | First Floor – 116 Access through Community Lounge |
| Style: | Semi-Suite |
| Gender: | Coed |
| Capacity: | 226 |
| Built: | 1955 |
| Updated: | 2017 |
| Fire Safety: | Smoke Detectors, Sprinkler System, Alarms |
| Hall Staff: | 10 |
| Amenities: | Community Lounge, Community Kitchen, Vending Machines, and Central Laundry. |
| Housing Selection Group Sizes: | 6, 8, and 9 |
*Please note that these are average room details and individual room dimensions may slightly vary.
Room Details
| Average Room Dimensions: | 10′ 8″L X 12′ 2″W X 7′ 10″H |
| Window Size: | 2′ 6″ X 4′ 4″, Blinds |
| Floor Covering: | Tile, White |
| Elevator: | No |
| Electrical Outlets: | 3-4 |
| Desk Type: | Free Standing |
| Double Room Drawer Type: | Free Standing, dimensions vary |
| Number of Drawers: | 2 |
| Wardrobe: | 72″H X 36 W X 25″ Deep Two in Double Rooms |
| Heating & Air: | Individual |
| MicroFridge®: | One Per Room |
| Sinks in Room: | No |
| Bed Height: | Raises up to 36″ |
| Maximum Space Under Beds (without risers): | Range: 28″- 33″ Personal bed risers must be 18 inches or less in height and cannot include an outlet. |
| Bed Frame: | 38″x 85″ Twin XL Mattress |
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