On-Campus Housing at Billy Minardi Hall for the AOC

AOC students will be housed in Billy Minardi Hall, 2040 S. 4th St. Students will be assigned a specific room in a two-room suite style apartment and will be provided key fobs/keys at check-in. This building is a residence hall on campus and the AOC will have access to the entire building exclusively. Each student’s apartment at Billy Minardi comes furnished, with a sink area, microwave, and small refrigerator. Each student will have a private bedroom and bath.

Billy Minardi is close to numerous restaurants, including The Ville (campus buffet style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner), coffee shops, bookstore, and more. 

The Southern Police Institute and the University of Louisville are centrally located in Kentucky's largest city which offers many activities for our students.

Virtual Tour of Billy Minardi Hall  

General Layout (Note: see Articles to Bring to Billy MInardi Hall below. Layout reference shows model suites.)


Furnished Items

The suites at Billy Minardi Hall have been furnished with basic furniture items. Each private bedroom has a twin (XL) bed, dresser, bedroom lamp, study desk and chair with walk-in closet and private bath. The shared living room is furnished with a leather-style sofa, coffee table, and end table. Feel free to bring items with you that will make your stay while at the Southern Police Institute more comfortable. Each student will be responsible for cleaning his/her apartment. (NOTE: Candles or incense are not allowed in the apartments.)

Articles to Bring to Billy MInardi Hall 

Bedding/Personal Items

The following list contains a minimum of items needed/recommended for your stay on campus:

  • Full sheets (Twin XL)
  • Pillowcase(s)
  • Pillow(s)
  • Blanket/Bedspread
  • Bath towels/hand towels/washcloths
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans for bathroom/bedroom

(NOTE: NO LINENS (as outlined above) WILL BE PROVIDED)

Kitchen/Laundry/Cleaning

There are two common area kitchens in the facility. Students will have full access to these areas for cooking and food storage. Kitchen utensils for cooking (pots, pans, etc...) will be provided. The AOC are the sole occupants of Billy Minardi Hall. No other university students will have access to the building or any of its common areas. There are two laundry rooms in the facility on the first and second floors.  The AOC students will be able to get two free uses per week, with their university ID “Cardinal Cards”. Any additional uses will be for a fee. While the apartments do have furniture a microwave and mini fridge, the student and his/her roommate will need to bring or purchase:

  • Bowls
  • Glasses/coffee mugs
  • Plates
  • Eating utensils
  • Cleaning supplies/dish detergent
  • Laundry detergent

Recommended Miscellaneous Items

In addition, the following items represent suggestions from past students on what current students may wish to bring (or purchase after arrival):

  • Iron and ironing board
  • Coffee maker, filters, coffee mugs, etc.
  • Blender
  • Television (for private bedrooms or apartment living room)
  • Clock/clock radio
  • Broom and dustpan, mop and bucket
  • Toaster/toaster oven

  

Entertainment/Common Areas         

Billy Minardi Hall has multiple entertainment and common areas in the facility to include:

  • Fully Enclosed Movie Theatre
  • Upstairs gaming area with various pub games and tables/couches
  • Lounge area with fireplace
  • Large dining room
  • Boardroom style study areas
  • Two Communal Kitchens with large refrigerators
  • Multiple TV’s around the facility with adjoining seating and relaxation space