Watermargin was established in 1947 by a group of World War II veterans who shared the purpose of promoting understanding between people of different races or religious affiliations. Over the years, the focus has expanded to encompass all intergroup relationships. To this end, Watermargin encourages its members to participate in the educational program which includes workshops, lectures, films, discussions, and other events addressing a multitude of subjects. Watermargin has 23 single rooms filled with undergraduate and graduate students from different backgrounds. The house has a large kitchen, laundry facilities, color TV, two fireplaces, and ping-pong & foosball tables. Members share responsibilities which include cooking, cleaning, and running the house. Interested persons are invited to participate in Watermargin prior to applying for a room by becoming nonresidential members or by joining the meal plan. To insure diversity, rooms are filled by random lottery. For more information about the nonresidential member program, the meal plan, or the housing lottery, please call us at 272-9441 or 272-3691.