Smith-Traber Hall

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Smith-Traber Hall Details and Locator Map Smith (Women) Room Dimensions and Other Details Traber (Men) Room Dimensions and Other Details

Smith-Traber Hall: A Vibrant Freshman and Sophomore Community

For nearly 60 years, Smith-Traber Hall has welcomed Wheaton College freshmen and sophomores into a Christ-centered, residential learning environment.

About Smith Hall (Women)

Built in 1961, Smith Hall houses freshman and sophomore women and stands on the former site of President Charles A. Blanchard’s home. It was named in honor of Corinne Smith who was part of Wheaton faculty from 1929 until her retirement in 1961. During those years she held the positions of Dean of Women, Instructor of Music, and Housemother of Williston Hall.

About Traber Hall (Men)

Traber Hall, originally know just as "The Tower," was the tallest building in the city of Wheaton when it was built in 1970. Originally intended to house women, it was decided that the new hall would house men when Fischer Hall became the residence hall for both men and women. The building was named in 1972 for former trustee George M. Traber. Like Smith Hall, this building sits on the site of President Charles A. Blanchard's home.

Prime Campus Location

Smith-Traber (also known as "Smaber") is just a five-minute walk from key campus spots like the Chrouser Sports Complex, Beamer Student Center, Meyer Science Center, and Anderson Commons. Its central location makes it easy to stay connected to both academics and campus life.

Comfortable Suite-Style Living

Smith Hall (Women): Five floors of two-person rooms, with the option to connect into four-person suites.
Traber Hall (Men): Six floors of two-person rooms.
Each wing features a community layout that fosters connection, with shared bathrooms and lounges on every floor.

Shared Community Spaces

The ground floor lounge joins the men’s and women’s wings and offers space for studying, playing ping-pong or pool, and building community. It’s a central hub for late-night hangouts, group prayer, and shared experiences that shape your Wheaton journey.

Smith-Traber Hall Details and Locator Map

Wheaton College Campus Map Showing Smith Traber Location

A central bathroom is located on each floor.
A central laundry room is shared by the entire building.
Laundry room is equipped with an ironing board. (Traber floor lounges are also equipped with an ironing board.)
Limited summer storage is available.
Limited indoor bike storage is available.
Outdoor bike racks are available during the academic year.
One vacuum is located on each floor.
Smith-Traber contains a hall kitchen shared by the entire building, which includes two stoves, a refrigerator, microwave and minimal cooking utensils.
Also shared by the entire building are foosball/pool/ping pong tables, a copy machine, a Prayer Chapel, Quiet Study Room, 24-hour computer lab, conference room, and community TV lounge. Wireless internet is available in the main lobby.

Smith (Women) Room Floor Plan, Dimensions, and Other Details

Sample Floor Plan - Smith Residence Hall - Wheaton College

Average number of students per floor: 32
Room dimension: 16' x 11.5'
Ceiling height is 8.25'
Window dimension: 50" x 73"
Wardrobe dimensions: 22" depth x 40.5" width
The bed height is 9" off of the ground allowing some storage underneath

Each Room Is Equipped With:

a 36" x 80" extra long mattress for each student
one bulletin board
six electrical outlets
one internet port per student and wireless internet( )
RT London modular furniture system that offers different lofting configurations depending on the size and space of the room
air conditioning/forced air heat in each room
one wardrobe per student (Smith) or one closet per student with hinged outward folding doors (Traber)
one desk chair per student
a wastebasket
miniblinds
carpet
mirror
one towel bar or hook per student

Traber (Men) Room Floor Plan, Dimensions, and Other Details

Sample Floor Plan - Traber Residence Hall - Wheaton College

Average number of students per floor: 40
Room dimension:12' x 17.5' (Traber)
Window dimension: 50" x 86" (Traber)
Closet dimensions (Traber): 22" depth x 47.5" width
The bed height is 9" off of the ground allowing some storage underneath

Each room is equipped with:

a 36" x 80" extra long mattress for each student
one bulletin board
six electrical outlets
one internet port per student and wireless internet( )
RT London modular furniture system that offers different lofting configurations depending on the size and space of the room
air conditioning/forced air heat in each room
one wardrobe per student (Smith) or one closet per student with hinged outward folding doors (Traber)
one desk chair per student
a wastebasket
miniblinds
carpet
mirror
one towel bar or hook per student