Umrath House at a glance

Umrath House on the Danforth Campus
Umrath House

Residential community: Umrath & Zetcher (UmZee)

Mascot: Ruby the Red Umbrella Whale

Community colors: red & light blue

Monthly tradition: Whale Waffles – hosted on the second Monday of every month

Room types: modern two-person suites (also known as a modern double) and modern three-person suites (also known as a modern triple), with an adjoining bathroom shared between two suites

UmZee cleaning schedule

There is a kitchen available on the first floor of Umrath House, laundry facilities on the lower level, study spaces on every floor, and a multipurpose room/lounge on every floor. There is a music practice room for the residential community on the first floor of Zetcher House.

The offices of Student Transitions and Engagement, Student Success Marketing & Communications, and Congress of the South 40 are located on the lower level of Umrath House.

Room Dimensions

In room, each student will have a XL twin bed frame and accompanying mattress, a three drawer dresser, and a computer desk and chair. The suite is carpeted and a shower curtain is provided. Students will be responsible for providing their personal items and toiletries.

The renderings below represent a standard layout. Renderings may not be completely representative of the room you are assigned to.

Modern Double floor plan - two beds are in a room, and there is a separate area for a restroom and small entryway. There is another room with 2 beds that can be accessed through the same entryway and shares the restroom. In the restroom, there is a separate area with a toilet and another area with a shower and sink.
Modern Double
Modern Double floor plan - two beds are in a room, and there is a separate area for a restroom and small entryway. There is another room with 2 beds that can be accessed through the same entryway and shares the restroom. In the restroom, the toilet, sink, and shower are all in one area.
Modern Double
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Disclaimer: Please note that the floor plans provided are for general reference only and may not reflect the most current layout due to ongoing and recent facilities projects. Changes such as renovations, remodeling, and other modifications might not be immediately updated in these plans. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Umrath House staff & faculty

Emily Morgan

Emily Morgan

she/they

Residential Community Director

Umrath and Zetcher (Umrath House, Zetcher House)

Luis Alejandro Salas

Luis Alejandro Salas

Umrath Zetcher Faculty Fellow

Associate Professor of Classics

Resident Advisors

The primary role of a Resident Advisor (RA) is developing a community of students in a university living environment. RAs create opportunities for students to learn about themselves and others and are responsible for facilitating the general safety and well-being of the community.

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WUSAs

For information about the WUSA League of Students, visit Student Transitions & Engagement.

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Umrath House history

a crest with a blue background, three red stripes on the left side that go halfway through the crest and connect with a large white anchor in the middle of the crest
Umrath & Zetcher Crest

Umrath House was originally two buildings built in 1958, know as “C” and “D”. in 1960, the buildings were named after Helen F. Umrath, wife of Karl D. Umrath for whom Umrath Hall next to Mallinckrodt Center is named, and her sister, Maurie Rubelmann. In 2009, the buildings were combined to become Umrath House. The current iteration of Umrath House was completed in 2016. It is the largest house for first-year students.