Loyd Commons

Loyd Commons Crest

Creativity | Friendship | Growth | Purpose | Responsibility

      

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Loyd Commons was named for Paul B. Loyd, Jr. (’68) and his wife Penny Requa Loyd for their generous $5 million gift for the new residential commons buildings. The gift was announced during the Founders Day Celebration in April 2012. Íæż½ã½ãhas benefited in countless ways from the long-standing support of Penny and Paul Loyd, Jr. Their contributions have impacted areas across the University, including athletics, student programs and scholarship support. 

The Loyds’ involvement at Íæż½ã½ãincludes Mr. Loyd’s service as a member of the Board of Trustees, and both Mr. and Mrs. Loyd serve on several University boards and committees. The Loyds received the Mustang Award in 1999 in recognition of their remarkable philanthropic support of SMU.

In 2012, Mr. and Mrs. Loyd provided a leadership gift for a new Residential Commons facility. Fittingly, the building is located near Ford Stadium, the home of Íæż½ã½ãfootball and the Paul B. Loyd, Jr. All-Sports Center. These campus landmarks are a testament to the Loyds’ ongoing commitment to the many facets of the Íæż½ã½ãeducational experience. Íæż½ã½ãis honored to name Loyd Commons in recognition of their continued generosity. 

Fully furnished rooms

  • Furniture (per resident): desk, chair, bed, dresser & pedestal
  • Wired and wireless internet
  • Free on-site washer/dryers
  • ADA-compliant rooms available
  • Electricity, water, sewer, & recycling/trash service included

Designed for community

  • Movable furniture
  • Study rooms and spaces
  • Community microwaves
  • Game room

Convenient location

  • Easy access to the Íæż½ã½ãBookstore & Park Cities Village retail
  • Nearby parking in Mustang Garage
  • Easy access to Arnold Dining commons and fitness facilities in the Dedman Recreation Center

An academically-oriented environment

  • 24-hour study rooms and spaces
  • Faculty-in-Residence
  • Peer Academic Leader (PAL), Honors Mentors, and Student Wellness Champions
  • Educational programs
  • In-Commons classroom

Worry-free features

  • Professional, on-site maintenance
  • 24-hour, on-call staff
  • Card-controlled building and room access
  • Security escorts available
  • Roommate matching available
  • Adjacent bicycle racks

 

  • Community abbreviations: LOYD
  • Building capacity: 241
  • Year built: 2014
  • Residential area: Southeast
  • Physical address: 5901 Bush Ave.
  • Room types: Singles and doubles
  • Gender: Co-ed by gender by room

 

Square Footage Ranges
Room Type 1: 214.064 sq ft.
Room Type 2: 275.216 sq ft.
Room Type 3: 209.417 sq ft.
Room Type 4: 212.216 sq ft.
Room Type 5: 150.833 sq ft.
Room Type 6: 247.633 sq ft.
Room Type 7: 201.122 sq ft. room; 57.522 sq ft bathroom

Furniture and room dimensions
Desk: 30"W X 24"D X 30"H
Dresser: 30"W X 24"D X 30"H
Pedestal: 18"W X 24"D X 30”H
Bed: 83"W X 38"D X 60"H

Serve where you live: Engage Dallas 

Engage Dallas is a place-based community engagement initiative via SMU’s Residential Commons to address community needs focusing on South and West Dallas. The initiative is a long-term, university-wide commitment led by students to partner with local residents, organizations, and other leaders to positive