Hollins University

History

Hollins was initially established in 1842 as Valley Union Seminary, a coeducational college. Charles Lewis Cocke, who devoted his life to “the higher education of women in the South” during an era when many women were denied the opportunity to earn a college degree, was named principal and business manager in 1846.

Housing services

We’re a residential community, so most of our students live in residence halls on campus. Our eclectic mix of housing ranges from large halls and apartments to special interest housing for students with specific common interests.

Medical services

All services are free to students except for specialized tests, immunizations, and some supplies.

Primary care for acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, colds, flu, allergies, stress, sleep disorder, anxiety, and more
GYN services, including pregnancy tests and contraception
Information on nutrition, smoking prevention, and exercise
Pap and STD testing by appointment
Immunizations

Campus life

475-acre campus located in Roanoke, Virginia (The Roanoke Metropolitan Statistical Area includes the City of Roanoke, City of Salem, Roanoke County, Botetourt County, Craig County, and Franklin County — a population of approximately 300,000)

Sports facilities

Want to stay in shape? Hollins offers facilities and classes to help you reach your fitness goals.SWIM, WORK OUT, RIDE, PLAYATHLETIC COMPLEXExhibition playing courts for basketball and volleyball, weight and training rooms, and saunas.NORTHEN SWIMMING CENTER25-yard pool.BATTEN TENNIS CENTER10 outdoor courts, with lights, cushion-top finish, viewing areas for friends and family, and a pro court for high-profile matches.PLAYING FIELDSoccer and lacrosse games take place on a field with an immaculate Bermuda/rye natural grass surface.RIDING CENTERLocated on the northern end of campus, the complex contains 43 large box stalls with rubber mats.

Student clubs

Hollins is home to many clubs and organizations.

The Album, Cargoes, Cyborg Griffin, and Gravel: campus literary journals
A.C.C.E.N.T. (Association of Countries, Cultures, Events, and National Traditions)
ADA (school spirit)
Arts Association
Asian Student Alliance
Better Together
Black Student Alliance
Community Garden
Freya (service organization)
Hollins Circus
Hollins Activity Board
Hollins Outdoor Athletes
Hollins Outdoor Program (HOP)
Hollins Repertory Dance Company
Model United Nations (Model UN)

Accreditation

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges accredits Hollins University to award degrees at the bachelor’s and master’s levels.