About Reed/Johnson Hall
Reed Johnson has always been comprised of outstanding (and fun) gentlemen. These great groups of students have put on amazing events, like our annual Super Bowl party, March Madness Party, and ongoing game nights. Along with having a large amount of residents living in the hall, RJ also has a large Resident Assistant staff. Our RAs always make sure to keep residents up-to-date on the happenings around RJ and NDSU, as well as making sure to help any residents who are in need.
Not only are the people who reside in RJ great, but all the spaces the hall has to offer are pretty sweet, too. If you are looking for a Rec Room, look no further than the Reed Basement. If you need a large space for a group project, the Johnson Basement is the place for you. If you need to cool off or have a place to play some games (RJ has plenty of both board games and video games), make your way to the NEWLY renovated RJ lounge. Lastly, let’s not forget about the wonderful places right outside the hall! If you fancy a game of basketball or volleyball, you can find courts right outside of Reed. If you’d like to just enjoy the outdoors a bit, look no further than brand NEW RJ/Weible Courtyard, just south of Johnson.
Amenities and Features
Every hall has its own unique amenities and features, but all halls offer the following: printing stations, onsite mail, coinless laundry, cleaning supplies, cable and free video streaming services, rec lounges, study lounges, daily newspaper service, community kitchen, wifi, secure keyless card entrances, and a hall office where individuals can check out various games/videos/entertainment/rec equipment.
Each hall also has a full-time hall director and student resident assistants (RAs) who support learning, facilitate community development, and are dedicated to students' security, safety, and well-being.
In-Room Features
- Double rooms, some that contain study areas as well as several triple rooms
- All floors in Johnson are carpeted. In Reed, only the 1st floor is carpeted
Hall Amenities
- Traditional residence hall for first year men
- Big screen TV located on main floor lounge; mini-lounges located on every floor
- Rec room located in the basement of Reed with ping pong table, pool table and carpet ball
- Large study area located in the basement of Johnson
- Kitchen area located in each basement
- Onsite coin-less laundry facilities located on every floor
- Fully renovated, large community bathrooms on each floor with privatized bathroom stalls and showers; two handicap accessible gender neutral bathrooms on each floor
- Enclosed walkway to the Residence Dining Center (open 5 days a week)
- Meal plan required for all residents
- Home to 430 students
2025/2026 Rates
Doubles: Fall: $2,585 | Spring: $2,115 | Total: $4,700
Super-Singles: Fall: $2,970 | Spring: $2,430 | Total: $5,400
Mailing Information
Meet the Reed/Johnson Hall Director
Zachary Schueller
Hi everyone! My name is Zachary Schueller (he/him/his pronouns) and I’m the Hall Director for Reed/Johnson Hall. I’m originally from Bemidji, MN. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Social Studies from Bemidji State University before completing my master’s degree in Student Affairs Administration at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. While at UWL, I served as a Graduate Hall Director and also worked in Residence Life Operations. I love the outdoors and staying active through activities like running, hiking, and pickleball. I also enjoy watching shows, hanging out with friends, and exploring new places.
I’m really excited to be part of the NDSU community and can’t wait to get to know everyone throughout the year. Whether it’s chatting in the hallway, campus events, or just stopping by the office to say hi, I’m here to support you however I can. I’m passionate about helping students feel seen, heard, and connected, and I hope to create a welcoming space in Reed/Johnson where everyone has a true sense of belonging.
Welcome to Reed/Johnson! I’m looking forward to seeing you on campus!
Phone: (701) 231-3239
Email: zachary.schueller@ndsu.edu
Double Room Rendering (11'7'' x 15')
Double Room Photos
Triple Room Rendering
Triple Room Photos
History
In 1959 the State legislature made appropriations for a new men's residence hall. The new residence hall was completed and ready for occupancy in the fall of 1962. It possessed the capacity for 250 residents in double rooms. The residence hall was dedicated as Robert B. Reed Hall in honor of Robert Reed, the first graduate of the North Dakota Agricultural College (Hunter, p.201; , August 19, 1962).
Robert Reed was originally from Sharon, Connecticut and moved to North Dakota with his family at age twelve. He was among the first students to enroll in the North Dakota Agricultural College when the school opened in 1891. Reed became the first graduate in 1895 when he received a Bachelor of Science degree. While attending NDAC, he was very active in campus life and was a member of the first football team that twice defeated the University of North Dakota in the AC's inaugural season--1894. (, June 7, 1990, p. 2-3).
In 1963 a new men's residence hall opened south of Reed Hall. It possessed a capacity for 230 thirty students in double rooms. The new residence hall shared its office and lounge space with Reed Hall. In 1963, the building was dedicated Roy Johnson Hall in honor of the late Casselton resident, Roy Johnson. Johnson served on the North Dakota Board of Higher Education for 16 years--appointed to the Board of Higher Education in 1938, he remained a member until 1954, serving two terms as board president.
