Named for Walt Disney, creator of the Walt Disney theme parks, Mickey Mouse, and other enduring cartoon characters, Disney Hall opened in 1967. It is primarily and upperclass coed, suite style residence hall. This building houses both standard suites (four bedrooms, living area and bathroom) along with kitchen suites (three bedrooms, living area, kitchen, and bathroom.) Residents living in the kitchen suites may choose not to have a meal plan.
There is also a craft room on the first floor and a laundry facility in the basement. Disney Hall is located in the Kirkland Complex.
Residence Director
Aidan Ricotta
RD Office: 716-673-3516
RA Office: 716-673-3515
Each resident is issued a key for their room and mailbox (if applicable) for their own personal use. Loss of either key should be reported as soon as possible by filling out the appropriate form.
After completing the form, follow the payment link on the confirmation page and make the payment. The fee is $30 per key.
Key Policy: Once you fill out the lost key form, you are agreeing to pay $30 for each lost key. We will not order you a new key until the $30 payment is received. If you haven’t made a payment within one week of submitting the lost key form, your request will be cancelled and a key will not be ordered for you.
Refund Policy: Once your key has been ordered from the lock shop, we are unable to process any refunds. Please note, each student is allowed only one key per room. All duplicates should be handed in to your Residence Director immediately.
Please review our lock-out policy if you have any questions.
Hall Council is the student government within each residence hall. Hall Council programming, activities and equipment is made possible through residence hall dues. The budget for each residence hall is determined by the residents who pay the annual hall dues of $20.00. The Hall Council then decides how to spend these funds. Input from all residents helps in this decision making process. Participation in Hall Council is very important. Activities planned by the Hall Council and paid for by the hall dues include hall dinners, theme parties, guest speakers, health awareness programs, study breaks, and skill-building workshops. This organization represents only one of the many ways to get involved in campus living.
Meet your Disney Hall Community!
Residence Director, Aidan Ricotta (he/him/his)
Hometown: Avon, NY
What is the most fulfilling part about creating a community? Seeing the growth of your residence and seeing the change that you as an RA can create.
Resident Assistant, Samaria Hicks (she/her/hers)
Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Major: Psychology
What is the most fulfilling part about creating a community? As someone who is new to college, it can be hard to put yourself out there. I was someone who struggled to make friends my first semester, so being able to help people put themselves out there a little with community activities in the hall makes me feel happy!
Resident Assistant, Deanna Jolley (she/her/hers)
Hometown: Rochester, NY
Major: Earth Science Adolescent Education
What is the most fulfilling part about creating a community? Knowing that the residents feel comfortable and safe with each other in my residence hall assures me that the residents can rely on me and their friends in the hall.
Resident Assistant, Spencer Mace (he/him/his)
Hometown: North Babylon, NY
Major: Music Education
What is the most fulfilling part about creating a community? It is fulfilling because it helps the residents make connections with each other and develop potential friendships
Resident Assistant, Cate Palanski (she/her/hers)
Hometown: Fairport, PA
Major: Music Education/Music Performance
What is the most fulfilling part about creating a community? I’m most fulfilled by watching new relationships form throughout the year and watching people (including myself) come out of their shell each semester!
Resident Assistant, Kai Woods (he/him/his)
Hometown: Far Rockaway, NY
Major: Criminal Justice
What is the most fulfilling part about creating a community? Creating a sense of community in a residence hall is fulfilling because it helps people feel connected and less alone. It makes living there more enjoyable by bringing residents together through activities and shared experiences. A strong community means people support each other, take care of their space, and build lasting friendships. It also helps everyone feel like they belong and can make a difference in their living environment.