<p>Just back from vacation and D found out that she got JL. It was not one of her choices and she is not happy at all. She cried all through dinner. Seems like a few girls are in this situation as one of them started a separate FB support group.</p>
<p>With Tulane being like most schools and having 56-60% female enrollment in each class, it is unavoidable that there will be this situation. Other than that, I can only repeat what I have said a few times before. Every year there are young women that get upset about this assignment, and every year the significant majority finish their freshman year having enjoyed being in JL very much.</p>
<p>When my D and I flew down to New Orleans to start her freshman year, not surprisingly there were several other Tulane families on the plane. One was a sophomore that had lived in JL the year before and she said the same thing. She even said she thought about transferring when she found out she was in JL, although I suspect she was just being dramatic. Anyway, she said that it was the best year of her life. She loved the feeling of sisterhood, and the fact that there was a boy-free refuge when she wanted it. I have heard similar comments from many others, and of course they love the sinks in the room. I have only known one person that really didn’t like being in JL, and that had a lot to do with a bad roommate, which of course could happen in any dorm.</p>
<p>The Facebook thing scares me a little, hopefully they are not piling on the negativity. Which unfortunately could easily happen. Just let her know that not that many waking hours are actually spent in the dorm, especially if she chooses to study elsewhere. Between classes, clubs, attending events, etc. her social life is far more likely to revolve around things outside the dorm, although hopefully with girlfriends she meets in JL.</p>
<p>NPCX723- I just want to let you know I feel for you and am thinking of you. My D didn’t get JL but that was her biggest nightmare. I really think when it comes down to it, your D will be happy (nicer, cleaner dorms, a quieter study environment, and bigger closets) but for now, I know it’s not easy. Hang in there! We all just want our kids to be happy and I’m sure this puts a damper on it …this is a hard enough time as it is but in a month from now, none of this will matter!</p>