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 number 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 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 the updated 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: onsite mail, coinless laundry, cleaning supplies, movie and TV show streaming service, rec lounges, study lounges, community kitchen, Wi-Fi, 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
- Study rooms 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 is located in each basement
- Onsite coinless laundry facilities are 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 462 students
2026-27 Rates
Double: Fall: $2,687 | Spring: $2,198 | Total: $4,885
Super-Single: Fall: $3,072 | Spring: $2,513 | Total: $5,585
Mailing Information
Meet the Reed/Johnson Hall Director
Jake Stelianou
Hello! My name is Jake Stelianou, and I am excited to be your Hall Director for Reed/Johnson Hall this year.
I recently moved to Fargo from Rochester, New York, to begin my career at NDSU. I graduated from SUNY Cortland with a degree in Physical Education, And also coached varsity high school wrestling during that time. My background in athletics has taught me the importance of teamwork, leadership, and personal growth, and I’m excited to help create a welcoming community where students can thrive both academically and personally.
When I’m not in the office, you’ll probably find me checking out new coffee shops, watching movies or TV shows, or spending time in the gym.
Whether you have questions or simply want someone to talk to, my door is always open. Please don’t hesitate to stop by my office—I’m here to support you and help make your experience in Reed/Johnson Hall a positive one.
I’m looking forward to meeting each of you and making this a great year. Welcome to Reed/Johnson Hall!
Phone: 701.231.3239
Email: jacob.stelianou@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.
