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redski59
Tue, 11 Apr 2006 22:40:05 +0000

Why did you choose Parkside? Are you from the U.S.?
-Yeah, I’m from Virginia. I chose Parkside only cuz it is near the engineering school and it is the newest bldg.

What kind of environment is there at Parkside? Is it quiet enough to study? Is there also socializing and a sense of community?
-It’s kind of quiet, although the social aspect does exist. There is a huge study lounge on the first floor, which tends to get pretty packed around midterms and finals, but it’s quiet. Uhh, I would have to say that there isn’t that big sense of community feeling.

Is the dining hall really as good as everyone says it is, or does the lack of selection take away from any benefits it might provide?
-That’s the problem; the food is better than EVK, but the lack of selection is very annoying and bothersome.

How many people do you live with in the suite? Would you recommend suites over regular dorms?
-Most of the suites have 8 people, although mine is a 6 person. The only advantage of suites over normal dorms is that you get 2 private baths per suite.

Are there mainly people from a few colleges (since engineering is close), or is it mostly a mix of all majors? By the way, I’m interested in Annenberg. Are there people from Annenberg at Parkside? How’s the location with respect to Annenberg?
-Oh, it’s mixed. There are people from many different schools here. One of my suitemates is in Annenberg; it’s only a 10 minute walk there from here.

Finally, would you recommend living at Parkside? Do you regret being there?
-The only thing I dislike about Parkside is the meal plan. It’s definitely a great place to live in as a Freshman and to get settled in your new life without your parents, family, etc. I’d recommend it for your first year.

Good luck!