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Mary Dillingham-Frear Hall

Frear Hall

In 1952, Mary Dillingham Frear Hall was built on the same site as the current Frear Hall. It originally housed 144 women, and was named after Mary Dillingham Frear, who served on the Board of Regents for 23 years. It was in use until the early 2000s, then sat empty for 3‐4 years before being demolished in 2006. In 2008, a “new” Frear Hall opened on the same site as the “old” Frear Hall; the new hall is coeducational and houses 810 residents.

Frear Hall provides students with a housing option that combines community and independent living. Residents are able to choose from 4 different unit types, all of which have air conditioners.

It's LEED silver certified which means that it provides standards for environmentally sustainable construction. Frear Hall has fluorescent lighting, which uses less energy. Low-flow plumbing fixtures and recycled carpeting. Even the paint has fewer fumes and less chemicals than something you'd buy at the store. Read more about LEED certification

Features:

  • Game Room w/ pool table, foosball table, and televisions for the big game!
  • 2 Lounges
  • 5 Study Lounges
  • 3 Laundry Rooms
  • Individually controlled room air-conditioning
  • Swipe card access system for building, room and bedroom
  • Private bathrooms in rooms
  • ADA rooms
  • Residential Learning Programs
  • Secure bike storage
  • Type 1 accommodates 1 person in a single room
  • Type 2 accommodates 2 people in two rooms
  • Type 3 accommodates 4 people in two rooms (2 people per room)
  • Type 4 accommodates 4 people in four rooms

Meet Your Hall Staff

ShawnShawn Patrick
Residence Director

Hello! My name is Shawn Patrick and I am the Residence Director of Frear Hall. I’m originally from Wisconsin, but have fully embraced Hawai’I as my new home. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and my master’s degree in Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education at Ball State University in Indiana.

Outside of work, I love to hike, relax on the beach, run, SCUBA dive, and spend time with friends. I hope that each resident takes full advantage of all that the University of Hawai’i at Manoa has to offer. If at any time you have questions, concerns, or just want to say hello, please stop by my office located on the first floor. Once again I want to welcome you to UHM and Frear Hall!
 

 

TiffanyTiffany Wong
Assistant Residence Director

Tiffany M. Wong, B.A. in Psychology, is a Master's student in Educational Psychology, certificating in Disability Studies at the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa. She is currently the Assistant Resident Director of Frear Hall and a Graduate Assistant for the Center on Disability Studies. Her interests include student affairs, learning disability, developmental psychology, and research methods. Her research background as a graduate assistant currently includes creating curriculum for children with disabilities that is conducive to learning in multicultural context.

 

 

 

DerrickDerrick De Soto
Assistant Residence Director

Aloha. I'm Derrick De Soto. I was born and raised in Honolulu. I am entering my final year in UH's Bachelor in Nursing (BSN) program. My goal is to become a Nurse Practitioner in either Pediatrics or Community/Mental Health.  I also hold other educational degrees (MA-Sociology & BA-Liberal Studies-Criminology) attained from UH-Manoa. I have previous work experience both as a Hall Director and Resident Advisor in the Apartments + Residential Life departments within UH-Student Housing; however, this will be my first year in the Assistant Residence Director position. I welcome conversation in regards to the residential experience, school, career planning, etc. During downtime, I enjoy working out at the gym, hanging out at Starbucks, and watching TV (i.e. 'Breaking Bad', 'Dexter'). I anticipate serving as a resource to our residents and their families/friends, along with other university personnel.  Frear Hall is committed to fostering an environment conducive to learning, overall development, and fun.  My office is located behind the Frear Hall Community Desk.  I encourage you to stop by if you'd like to chat or have any concerns/questions.   

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