University of Florida - Tower / Seminole Yearbook (Gainesville, FL)

Murphree Area, although the oldest on campus, has much to offer its residents. Over 1,100 students live in the four major dorms that make up the area: Sledd, Murphree, Fletcher, and Thomas Halls. Even though Murphree Area lacks air conditioning it is very attractive to many students. Every section has a kitchen and lounge and every room has a sink and a bay window. The area also provides a darkroom, recreation room, weightroom, and tennis and racquetball courts. The location of the area also has much to offer. The Florida Field, Women ' s Gym, Infirmary, Florida Pool, the Center, and the Rathskeller are all within walking distance. University is also right there with a variety of shops and restaurants. Murphree Area Council (MAC) many activities for its residents. This year, MAC sponsored free movies, Gator Growl Nostalgia Night, a pajama party, a P P party, and the Renaissance Fair among other activities. Most residents agree that Murphree Area is one of the best areas to live in on campus. These two residents seem to enjoy living in Sledd Hall. Murphree students keep informed by picking up their daily newspapers at the Commons . Almost every resident passes through the Murphree Courtyard at least once a day. West West C. West 176 Murphree