Parkside International for an International Student?

<p>Being an international student, I listed PIRC as my first choice in my already-submitted housing app. However, I am now having second thoughts as to whether it is actually beneficial to be around many other int. students most of the time. I know that there will be other American students living there as well, but I’m just curious as to whether the int. students tend to stick together? I would prefer to have friends comprising a healthy balance of both groups, with a certain degree of social integration.</p>

<p>So does anyone feel that it would be better for me to choose PAHRC over PIRC? Also, feel free to mention anything else regarding the two suites that I may have left out (e.g. a possible difference in quality/comfort/facilities/social life, etc. across the suites).</p>

<p>THANKS :)</p>