<p>@HelloParis: I’ve heard that Goddard is a special housing assignment where you also need to partake is community service activities. This will lead to a much tighter housing community and I do not understand where the “weird” part is from. I think NYU is full of “weird” people that enjoy following their passions, which makes them unique. </p>
<p>Based on your preferences, I highly suggest Third North or University Hall. Both were recently renovated and feel very new while having solid dining halls. As I’ve mentioned earlier, the general trade of with Freshman dorms is proximity to campus vs. recently renovated. (Also I lived in Third North my freshman year and absolutely loved it, so I might be a bit biased.)</p>
<p>Also as for the partying scene, typically one random freshman dorm becomes the party dorm for the year. This year, I believe it is Hayden and last year, it was Founders. I can only suggest crossing your fingers and hope your hall doesn’t end up becoming the party dorm lol.</p>