<p>"Which is a good thing, because Bowdoin is really in the middle of nowhere, and there aren’t many other options if you don’t like the dining halls. "</p>
<p>As the parent of a current Bowdoin student I would have to strongly disagree with this statement. Brunswick is a beautiful, quaint New England town with many terrific dining options. We eat very well both on and off campus when we visit. In addition to Portland, Freeport is nearby, with additional dining (and shopping) options.</p>