Get a taste of student life at SBU
Feel at home with SBU’s vibrant campus community and build lifelong memories along the way. You’ll quickly settle into our residence halls designed with modern amenities where you’ll make new friends and participate in unique traditions. Access a range of dining options like all-you-can-eat entrees, a grill station, a deli bar, and a salad and soup bar, or grab a quick bite from our coffee shop.
Visit SBU today and find out how life is as a Bearcat.
A Day in the life of an SBU Student
No day is quite the same at SBU. You’ll find yourself taking notes one moment to joining your friends for a chapel service or Bible study. Get ready for an afternoon full of classes and extracurricular activities of your choosing. Finally, end the day with dinner with your friends and relax in your residence hall watching a movie or meeting up for a group activity.
Living at SBU
Residence Halls are divided between men and women with a number of different living styles, including suites, community living, and apartment-style housing. Amenities for many of our residence halls include common areas with TVs, access to shared or private kitchen and dining areas, and proximity to outdoor spaces, such as athletic courts or a community garden.
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Landen Hall (Men)
Woody-Gott Hall (Women & Men)
Beasley Hall (Women)
Leslie Hall (Women)
Dining Services
Southwest Baptist University is proud to partner with Provider Contract Food Service to manage the on-campus food service program for residential students, commuters, and catering services. Thanks to our partnership, you can expect fresh food, regional cuisine, and globally inspired menus.
The Marketplace
SBU’s main dining facility The Marketplace features all-you-can-eat meals and a full salad bar. Careful attention is given to food quality and nutrition.
Breakfast: 7:15–8:45 a.m., Monday–Friday
Lunch: 11 a.m.–1:15 p.m., Monday–Friday; 11:30 a.m.– 1 p.m. Saturday
Brunch: 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Sunday
Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m., Monday-Sunday
Deli Craft and Coffee
SBU’s residential cafe and bistro where you can get quick food meal options and your daily helping of caffeine using your meal swipes.
Open 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday
Open 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Friday
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Craft Coffee Hours
Open 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Thursday
Open 7:30 a.m-2 p.m., Friday
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Shake Smart
Shake Smart is one of our many healthy living options on campus that provide easy-to-choose shake options. Not in the mood for a shake? Grab a cold brew or matcha latte. You can also choose from oatmeal, smoothie bowls, and health-conscious wraps.
Monday: 7 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday: 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Wednesday: 7 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Thursday: 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Friday: 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Corner Market
Our newest dining creation, the Corner Market, is designed for you to get convenience items on the go as you run between classes, activities, or study sessions.
Open 12 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Monday- Friday
Open 1 p.m.–5p.m.,Saturday and Sunday
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