We, the on-site directors of Tropicana Gardens, recognize that sending your child off to college can be emotional for you and your child.  The first year of college is a crucial year for students and the freshman transition will be one of the most profound experiences your son or daughter has during his/her life.

With 3 directors and 11 Resident Assistants (RAs) living on site, your students will not be left alone to fend for themselves during this transition.  Our RAs host hundreds of events designed to nurture, entertain, encourage, and integrate your child.  These varied programs provide positive outlets to the varied interests of our residents and go a long way towards creating a connected community.  

Many of our residents form life-long friendships with the people they meet at Tropicana Gardens.  The Trop community provides fertile ground for these friendships to blossom.  

The best way to get a sense of our community is to come for a visit.  We are confident that you'll quickly see what makes Tropicana Gardens so unique and why you'll agree that it will be the best place for your son or daughter to live during this critical time in their lives.  

Sincerely,

Laura Adams, Dave Wilcox, and Ben Sample