SAVE THE HOMESTEAD

Time is running out!

Help us stop Denison from shutting down this special and unique place before it's too late!

Sign the petition below or click here to get started!

Help Save The Homestead

This petition urges Denison University to reverse its decision to close the Homestead, a long-standing intentional living community that has provided generations of students with a unique space for belonging, sustainability, and hands-on learning.

Help us call on the university to preserve this vital part of Denison’s history and ensure future students can benefit from the transformative community the Homestead offers.

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What is the Homestead?

The Homestead at Denison University is a 50 year running experimental community comprised entirely of undergraduate students. The first of its kind in the nation, the Stead has seen generations of Denisonians pass through its student-built doors, picking up invaluable lessons in community, autonomy, and ecology, as well as lifelong friendships.

Why does the Stead need Saving?

In 2025 Denison announced the closing of the Homestead, citing a lack of student engagement and liability concerns. These concerns have been unsubstantiated and stated as fact, despite the Homestead drawing the most community engagement it has in decades. With this decision, Denison is ignoring both the thousands of students and alumni who hold the Homestead dear, and the immense value that such a unique project brings to Denison

Who Are We?

The save the stead initiative is led by a coalition of friends of the Homestead, including current Homies, friends of the Stead, and homie alums. This place, and the community we have found surrounding it is dear to our hearts, and we will not rest until Denison recognizes their mistake and chooses Homie love over destruction.

How can I get involved?

Whether you are already a friend of the Homestead, or whether you are new to the stead and want to learn more, we would love to talk to you and get you involved!For ways to join the fight, click here, leave your contact information, and sign the change.org petition.To meet and learn more about the Homestead and the initiative, come to an event (listed under the "Events" tab), check recent updates in the "Press and Updates" tab, or reach out directly! Give us a shout if you see us on campus, we'll never pass up a chance to talk about this awesome place.

How to get Involved:

#1: Sign the Petition!

#2: Check our Instagram for the latest information!

#3: Get on our mailing list!

Upcoming Events

Host your own Homestead Event!

Are you part of an organization at Denison (Academic department, club, c3, music group etc.) which regularly hosts events or meetings?Are you tired of meeting in the low-vibe event spaces provided on campus (classrooms, Moonies, Lamson)?Then come host your event out at the Homestead! We have experience hosting events of over 100 attendees, accommodating class sessions with Denison transportation, and have facilities for A/V setup with red-tech for music and film events.Fill out the form below (or at this link)to submit a request and see if the Stead is right for your org/event!