<p>Friday 4/22. Weather was intermittent rain early and late in the day, but the program ran smoothly.</p>
<p>My D and her friend enjoyed the visit. I thought the program and presentation were much better than other schools we have visited. They stayed overnight at the dorm and got good insight into student’s activities. They came away very impressed.</p>
<p>My D will send in her UVa deposit this weekend. Her friend is torn between a full ride at our state U-I think she will take the $$, but she would have preferred UVa. As for my D, it will cost me a lot more, but it’s the sacrifice I am willing to make for once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. She is just so much happier walking around UVa Grounds than at other places. I can see that in her eyes!</p>
<p>My D was reluctant because she got in Michigan’s Ross and UNC Business right away, but the visit to McIntire convinced her that she can get in if she works hard. So that will keep her motivated for at least another 2 years:)</p>
<p>There was an argument about this earlier. Supposedly, according to some, you can request a dorm. There are no gaurentees but they take the suggestion into considerance.</p>
<p>I don’t remember D having the option at all last year, UVAorBust. Like Dreaming92 said, the only thing you can request on the housing app is a double or single (or you can apply for Brown, Hereford, or the IRC). If they let kids state preferences, EVERYONE would probably want Kellogg (new, air-conditioned, hall style) or Woody or Cauthen (other two air-conditioned dorms). There are advantages/disadvantages to both Alderman and McCormick so when you get your assignment the first week in July, keep things in perspective and remember it’s only for about 9 months, and with a bit of creativity, you can make it very cozy and livable. :)</p>
<p>I’m not to worried jc40. I didn’t realize you could request single or double and that is truly all I could worry about I’m pretty excited for summer orientation. Ever since leaving DOTL I’ve had a craving to go back.</p>
<p>I don’t want to sound sexist here, but I feel as though it is easier or more common for girls to meet some one to room with at an accepted students day. Besides my friends that are playing sports, I know exactly 0 males that have found a roommate for next year. Nearly all of the friends that are girls that know where they are going have an idea of who they could room with. It is kind of how, at least at my school, the girls organize the prom table seating arrangements, and guys just kind of go with the flow. Maybe it is the mindset, maybe girls go to these things trying to make friends and are more outgoing in that sense, while boys don’t really care that much because there are worse things in the world than going random? I don’t know, I found this odd.</p>
<p>While I do know a few guys who are really concerned with finding a roommate (I used to be one of them), the vast majority are somewhat apathetic about it. I guess the stress associated with finding the perfect roommate isn’t worth the effort to most guys! I’ve also heard several students agree that it is much better to have a random roommate!</p>
<p>Although I’m definitely outgoing and I plan on meeting several people while at UVa, I also realize that my roommate will not have the ability to define my experience at the uni!</p>
I’m pretty excited for summer orientation. Ever since leaving DOTL I’ve had a craving to go back.</p>