<p>I think Dickinson Hall is somewhat well-regarded, actually. Sure, it’s no Safford, but most people think there are worse dorms to live in than Dickinson. The bad things about Dickinson are, of course, the horribly long walk to get to almost everything and the fact that it’s the only dorm that doesn’t serve any food (which you’ve already mentioned). That said, the rooms are supposed to be a decent size and some of them have balconies, which is kind of cool. You can look up floor plans for Dickinson on the MHC web site. Did you get a single?</p>
<p>I sort of feel your pain, as I’ll be living in the Delles next year (beautiful dorms that are far away from everything and that only serve breakfast). I know I wouldn’t want to live in Dickinson because I hate long walks in the cold and like not having to go far for food, but some people love the seclusion of the dorm; I’m willing to bet that it certainly comes in handy during the weekensds, especially when parties like Las Vegas Night are happening in Blanchard!</p>
<p>Most people who live in Dickinson eat at Abbey-Buckland, at least for breakfast, because it’s close by. They have an excellent brunch there on Sundays. </p>
<p>For whatever reason a lot of transfers seem to be put in Dickinson. I find this odd because you’d think the school would want transfers to be in the middle of the action on campus so they can get to know more people and get better acclimated. First-years aren’t allowed to live in Dickinson, probably for that very reason. </p>
<p>I hope that helps. :)</p>