Building Profile

Two of Western’s greatest building rivalries joined together to create Medway-Sydenham Hall in 1986. Affectionately known as “Med-Syd”, this building includes a quad and so much more:

  • 613 beds
  • Two common washrooms shared amongst the floor
  • Mandatory meal plan; In-building dining hall
  • A formal lounge and the Medway Library, which provide space for community meetings, group learning, and large socials
  • Two music practice rooms
  • This building features a lifestyle-based floor that is for Substance-Free and Quieter Lifestyles.
  • Room rates above based on eight-month occupancy period (September to April inclusive)

 

Living Learning Communities

Residence Details

What’s provided in the room?
  • Approximate double room size 4.5m (15') x 3.65m (12')
  • Approximate single room size 4.5m (15') x 2.5m (8')
  • Single bed with Twin XL mattress 203cm (80") long by 91cm (36") wide by 15cm (6") deep, with mattress protector
  • Space under the bed is approximately 10"
  • Each double room contains 2 walk-in closets and chest of drawers
  • Each single room contains a closet and chest of drawers
  • Room also contains desk, shelving unit, mirror, curtains, desk chair, desk lamp, corkboard, wastebasket, recycling bin, and overhead lighting
What’s provided in the building?
  • 24/7 front desk access
  • Swipe card access to building entrance after 7pm daily
  • Connect-IT wireless and wired internet
  • Six music practice rooms with pianos
  • Cardio/weight room in building
  • Laundry facilities
  • Formal Lounge and Medway Library provide space for large gatherings
  • Dining Hall open seven days a week
  • Study rooms
Floor Details
  • Rooms are single or double occupancy
  • 18 wings in the building are divided into 12 units
  • Size of each floor varies; typically 33-36 residents per floor
  • Floors are mixed-gender
  • Washrooms shared with residents on floor; two washrooms, shared by approximately 15 students. Single-gender washrooms are available.

Note: All floor plans are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect the exact layout of every residence building.

 

Building Photos

Floor Plan

Med Syd Floor Plan

Building Contact Info

Front Desk: 519-661-3983

Mailing Address:
Student's Full Name
Room Number, Sydenham Hall, Western University
1151 Richmond Street, London, Ontario, Canada N6A 5B9

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