Stanford’s vice provost for student affairs announced the creation of two new on-campus spaces designed to support student organizations this week.

The first, a new shared space for student clubs and organizations, will open this fall at the former Breer Library, 672 Lomita. The second is the addition of a new Row house at 572 Mayfield (Lasuen House), set to open in fall 2027.

All student organizations will have access to the 672 Lomita space, also known as “The Lodge,” with priority given to Greek organizations without their own houses. And following a selection process by the Undergraduate Residences Governance Council (URGC), Alpha Epsilon Pi and Sigma Alpha Epsilon will reside in 572 Mayfield.

Last fall, Stanford’s URGC assigned 23 groups to university theme houses following an application process administered by the Committee on Residential Learning (CoRL). This year’s cycle indicated strong student interest in Row houses and student-run residences. In response, the university identified 572 Mayfield as a building suitable for conversion to an undergraduate residence, allowing two more groups to be assigned theme housing.

“We heard clearly from students that the demand exceeds what we’ve been able to offer, and the conversion of 572 Mayfield is a step toward closing that gap,” said Michele Rasmussen. “During the fall theme house assignment process, Alpha Epsilon Pi and Sigma Alpha Epsilon both submitted strong applications and demonstrated a genuine commitment to community and shared living. We’re excited to work with their leadership to make 572 Mayfield a thriving part of campus life.”

Over the next year, Residential and Dining Enterprises (R&DE) will complete renovations to 572 Mayfield, transforming it from office space into a student residence for up to 25 students across both organizations. This fall, R&DE, ResEd, and the Fraternity and Sorority Life office will work with the Greek organizations’ leadership to prepare for residential student leader selection and the spring 2027 pre-assignment process.

Rasmussen said the development of Lasuen House is the first of what she hopes is a future expansion on the Row and for theme houses.

“572 Mayfield is an exciting addition, but we recognize there is more to do,” she said. “We remain committed to finding new spaces that allow more students to experience the kind of community and connection that Row and theme house living makes possible.”

Introducing ‘The Lodge’

Meanwhile, preparations are underway to create a flexible, community-centered hub for fraternities and sororities without chapter houses starting this fall.

The project was the brainchild of two student leaders, Ben Otter and Cannon Kissane, who pitched Fraternity and Sorority Life an idea for a community space, particularly for Greek organizations that did not have a dedicated house.

“The Lodge” features a large lounge and multipurpose room available for chapter meetings, study halls, alumni talks, philanthropy planning, and casual drop-ins, as well as two small offices for shared storage. While Greek organizations have priority access, the space will be open and reservable by all Stanford students. Hours mirror those of Old Union: 7:30 a.m. to 2 a.m.

“For members without a physical chapter home, 672 Lomita offers a consistent place to gather, collaborate, and build community – centered on academics, service, and connection,” said Rasmussen.

The pilot will run through the end of the 2026-27 academic year, with check-ins to assess how the space is being used and how it can best serve the community going forward.