<p>Hello!</p>
<p>I know I want to live in the quad, but I’m having trouble picking between the three quad houses. They all seem great and I’m starting to think that it really doesn’t matter so much; I’ll be happy in any of the three. That being said, how much access do students have to the facilities of all three? Basically…if I don’t live in Ware, can I still access their library as if I did live in Ware?</p>
<p>The Quad is entirely connected; once you have a key to get into one of the buildings, you can get into any of the buildings (I’m pretty sure, at least)</p>
<p>@AmericanSushi</p>
<p>Studying abroad is entirely feasible once or twice during the year if planned correctly and carefully with the advising office. If you’re looking to do that, I would consider studying abroad over the summer. Know that most of these programs aren’t funded over the summer. While studying during the academic year, Penn’s financial aid will follow you wherever you go (though it may include loans–this is the one exception to Penn’s no-loan policy).</p>
<p>Research: I can’t speak much (yet) for anthropological research, though I’ll be doing that soon. Most of it is run through departments at Penn. For at least the beginning of your undergrad years, you won’t be running your own research labs (and you’ll soon discover why not). You’ll work with some of the best professors on the world on whichever topic you choose–just make good relationships and prove yourself to be dependable and genuinely interested.</p>
<p>As far as the scholar events go: DO IT. I did something similar at Notre Dame last year. It will give you the best possible feel of campus that you wouldn’t otherwise ascertain from a day-trip.</p>
<p>@chrisw</p>
<p>AmericanSushi isn’t talking about PPD, but rather a 3 day, 2 night program.</p>
<p>@JulianCal Technically, the library is for the exclusive use of Ware residents, though there are no barriers physically stopping you. Each house has its quirks/advantages. I’ve chosen to make Ware my home once again next year (I got a HUGE room!).</p>
<p>@King48: If you’re interested in PoliSci, I would recommend any of Rogers Smith’s classes. </p>
<p>@Nebbalish: I’m in the Integrated Studies Program right now. I’m pretty sure you can just apply if you’re not automatically chosen, though. I think they weigh your essays more than your marks because they want a diverse group of students. If you do get accepted, just try to keep a positive outlook while you’re in the program. There is SO MUCH work, but I really feel like I’ve learned a lot and grown as a person because of it.</p>