Las Casas Residence Hall serves as a hub for student residential life. Constructed in 2003, Las Casas is a relatively new facility and offer a unique on-campus experience for its residents. It features apartment-style housing located close to campus academic buildings and nearby amenities. Not only does living on campus provide substantial cost savings, but it also provides many ways of getting involved in student life at ASU's West campus. While all students are welcome to join the Las Casas neighborhood, first time freshmen are strongly encouraged to reside on campus so that they can maximize their academic success.