Approximately 400 students moved into the brand spanking new RiverView dorms in Riverwest located at the corner of North Avenue and Commerce Street this past weekend.

The new residents of RiverView will enjoy living in a luxurious and fresh environment that is complete with a Grind coffee shop, which boasts cafe space similar to the Grind located in the Union, a convenience store much like the Emporium in Sandburg, and a cafeteria.

According to Scott Peak, director of University Housing, the cost of living in RiverView is very comparable to the East Tower rates.

“The price difference is due to the cost of building new construction,” Peak said. “All residence hall rates are based on the cost to construct the buildings. Each year the debt payment has to be paid.”

All suites in RiverView are the same with two double dorm rooms and a full bathroom. Each floor has two lounges that offer beautiful views of the Milwaukee River and are equipped with a television, microwave and high-speed Internet access.

RiverView also offers its residents a beautiful outdoor landscaped terrace overlooking the river. Walking and biking trails along the river are just a staircase below the terrace.

Peak believes that residents living in RiverView have a great opportunity to get to know the Milwaukee area.

“The students have easy access to city and Riverwest activities. There are many shops, art galleries and restaurants,” Peak said. “RiverView can also develop its own residence hall community environment.”

Residents will also be offered a very unique option, as classes will be offered within the building. There are three classrooms located in RiverView and they will be used starting with the fall 2008 semester.

“I gave a tour of RiverView to incoming students that stopped by to see the building,” Peak said. “They were excited to move in after they looked at the new residence hall.”

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