| Soulofheaven--You're missing part of it. People often go to the library to socialize. Unless it is finals time, there really isn't much studying going on in the library. Nobody is working "frantically" in October!
Vgboy-- Yes, the insulation is horrible. And the street noise is similarly bad. I suggest earplugs. You have to live on campus your freshman year, so renting in NYC isn't an option.
Computerspazette--I had a single every year and always studied in my room. I went to the library a total of 3 times in my time at Columbia. If you have a single and don't get distracted easily, then you'll be fine. Many people have a tendency to pick up the phone, IM their friends, take a nap, etc., if they study in their rooms.
Re: the LLC -- I was in the LLC during its first year of existence. I'm not sure if much has changed, but the "living and learning" stuff was a total joke. It was just another dorm. Supposedly everyone was supposed to plan 1-2 events or something, but nobody took the requirements seriously. |