UPLB Dormitories SD-G? Assessing Selected Dormitories in Terms of Contribution to SDG 11

Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11 promotes inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable human settlements. Most empirical studies focus on large-scale urban systems and overlook micro-scale environments like university dormitories. To address this gap, this study examines how campus dorms contribute to SDG 11, with an emphasis on inclusivity, safety, resilience, and sustainability. A mixed-methods approach was used. Case studies of UPLB dormitories involved interviews with dormitory management and surveys of residents (n = 20) from the Men’s and Women’s Residence Halls. Qualitative data were analyzed thematically to identify practices, challenges, and perceptions. Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively to assess satisfaction across the four dimensions of SDG 11. Findings show residents reported neutral satisfaction with safety and sustainability, satisfaction with inclusivity, and dissatisfaction with resiliency. Thematic results highlight positive aspects, such as equitable admissions, basic safety mechanisms, and sustainability initiatives, as well as persistent challenges, including limited disaster preparedness, insufficient accessible infrastructure for persons with disabilities, and financial constraints that hinder long-term improvements. Overall, this study underscores the potential of university dormitories as micro-scale models for SDG 11 and the need for targeted interventions in infrastructure, safety, and sustainability to bolster inclusive, resilient, and sustainable campus living environments.