<p>What do you guys think the best housing is for a freshman? </p>
<p>I'm leaning towards Unit 1 since it's close to campus from what I hear and it's got good amenities. Also, what are the advantages/disadvantages of mini-suites?</p>
<p>unit 1 is commonly considered the best of the units, for the reason you just described. It seems to be in the middle of social/academic priorities, such that you can study when needed, but the place isn't like a giant fraternity 24/7.</p>
<p>If you want a more quiet place, you would want foothill, stern, or bowles. Bowles hall, though all male, probably gives you the biggest living area, with large closets, bedrooms, and an adjacent study/common room. </p>
<p>Unit 2 and 3, I hear, are more towards the loud loud side, but I cannot say for sure because I haven't spent much time at either.</p>
<p>Mini suites are nice, but they run the likely hood of being more secluded and isolated, because you never really have to leave your suite. </p>
<p>hope that helps.</p>
<p>Mini suites aren't great for freshmen. They're nicer than regular freshman dorms in terms of furnishings, newness, space, but you don't get the freshman experience. I don't know anyone on my floor, really, besides my suitemates whom I met freshman year. Moreover, your chances of getting one are slim because preference for them is given to sophomores. </p>
<p>Unit 1 would be my first choice too. Unit 2 is basically the same as Unit 1 as far as loudness/social-ness goes (that really depends on your floor, not what unit you're in). It is, however, a block further. Unit 3 is just...gross, in my opinion. It's old and everything's just a little bit worse. Its new cafeteria is quite nice though.</p>