Office Staff
Veronica Carter, Director

 
Urging undergraduate commuters to get involved in the mainstream of campus social life, the Commuting Students Program offers a number of resources to make commuter life easier.

Off-Hill Council
Founded in 1963, the Off-Hill Council is the campus organization for commuters. The council coordinates academic, athletic, and other special activities that are open to both commuting and residential students.

Hillside House
The headquarters of the Off-Hill Council and the center of undergraduate commuter life, Hillside House is located at 32 Dearborn Road in Somerville. The fifteen-room house, staffed by two resident co-managers (Eric Francucci and Nicole Becker), has facilities for studying, cooking, recreation, programming, and occasional overnight stays. It serves as a gathering place for undergraduate commuters both day and night and is a great location for keeping notebooks and belongings between classes or for studying with a friend. Please email program coordinator Veronica Carter or call 617-627-3158 for information about overnight stays. Hillside House is open to everyone whenever school is in session.

Eating on Campus
Many commuters eat their meals at Hillside House or at the Mayer Campus Center. Hillside House offers refrigerator space and cooking facilities, while cold beverages are available from vending machines. The Mayer Campus Center can provide complete cafeteria-style meals or individual items to supplement a meal brought from home.

Commuter Meal Plan
The dining halls offer an extraordinary opportunity to socialize and become better acquainted with Tufts’ campus life. Although few commuters eat exclusively in the dining halls, there are alternative meal plans for non-residents available through Tufts Dining Services. Please contact Dining Services to discuss your meal plan.

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