<p>a single is great for those who know they will be sexually active. </p>
<p>what i hate is when one roomate suffers from sexile.</p>
<p>Ray - is Court considered that same Dickson as far as singles (socially)?</p>
<p>court is not the same social experience as dickson…</p>
<p>court you will most likely bond with a closer group of suitemates</p>
<p>Don’t know about court, but overall the place isn’t as social as Dickson. Or at least that’s the vibe I got.</p>
<p>I know most of my friends had bad roommate experiences. Cornell’s diversity is a great great thing, but it can be not so great when you are living with your polar opposite. That being said, having a roommate did not ruin anyone’s freshman year, and I’m sure it made them more respectful of people’s space etc. It always seemed to be that one roommate was really inconsiderate though. </p>
<p>I loved having a single. I am pretty social, so I did not mind it, and it may be different in Balch. I don’t think I got lonely, and if I ever needed companionship, I would just walk down the hall to a friend’s room. If you are open to meeting people the first few weeks, you will do well. This is one of the few times in your life where most people know no one. Don’t be intimidated by groups of people, buy a door stop to prop open your door and go around introducing yourself to anyone. </p>
<p>I kept my door open whenever I was in it, and between the friends you make in your hall, you will not be lonely. Its also a good place for inviting friends over to watch a movie or have a drink or talk because you don’t have to worry about annoying a roommate. People seemed to flock to their friends in singles to get away from their roommates or avoid bothering them. </p>
<p>Don’t worry if you do have a double, but if you have a single it really is what you make it. I lived in Mews, which is not nearly as “social” as other buildings, and managed to make friends from opposite sides of the hall, different floors, and different wings. Don’t worry if you are not in Donlon, you will be ok socially.</p>