Living in Hughes Hall presents students with a unique opportunity for connecting with others who are serious about their academic pursuits. Hughes is home to the Honors & Scholars Programs, which includes the three-year bachelors programs, academic focused living learning communities, the Community Based Research Scholars, as well as the Honors Program. About two-thirds of the residents are first-year students and the remaining third are second- and third-year students, giving Hughes residents a unique opportunity to connect with students at different levels in their studies.