<p>Can anyone give a rundown of the freshman dorm options for women at Lafayette as well as an opinion as to the best choice(s)? Thanks.</p>
<p>Things haven’t changed much since Candyman came up with this list in '09:</p>
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<p>Thanks. That is helpful.</p>
<p>My daughter is a rising sophomore. She was in Marquis Hall last year in a great room with a walk in closet. Candyman says Marquis is run down but it didn’t seem to be to me. The second floor is all freshmen, the third floor has upperclass women.</p>
<p>Thought I’d give my 2 cents worth here.</p>
<p>Based on candyman’s suggestion posted above:
PT Farinon and Keefe are no longer first year residence halls.</p>
<p>Based on my experience as a Resident Advisor, I would definitely recommend a co-ed by room residence experience. My residents seemed to like that much better than the other options.
In addition, be sure to check out the room specs and residence hall features on the Residence Life website.</p>
<p>My D just got her dorm info-Keefe, one floor dedicated to substance free living. She just wanted to focus on studying but does this put her in a socially awkward situation being on a floor with 15 other freshmen in an upperclass dorm with special interests? Your insight is welcome here.</p>
<p>The first year floor in Keefe is on the second floor with a big lounge and kitchen attached. The way Keefe is set up is that there are “pockets” of living areas. The first years and each special interest floor essentially have their own independent living space. However, that doesn’t mean that there is no interaction between class years. Except for two or three all first year residence halls, all the other building have a mix of class years. </p>
<p>Because of the fact that there are special interest sections in the building, it makes it alot easier to walk into a floor and start a conversation. IMO, most of the upperclassmen in Keefe are really really friendly and always willing to hang out. Additionally, because of the special interest floors, there are always some really cool programs and events happening where she can meet the upperclassmen.</p>
<p>Also, if you’re still unsure, console yourself with the fact that Keefe is one of the best residence halls on campus with A/C, carpets, elevators, lots of small lounges and kitchen, a big meeting room on the first floor and a central location on campus.</p>
<p>Our daughter really liked Keefe (moved there for her sophomore year).</p>
<p>Thanks! This will make her feel better.</p>