<p>Any opinion/experiences with these, in particular the Animalia program? Are the dorms that are associated with these better/worse than those for the general (non-honors) freshman population? Is it a good idea to live with people who have alot of common interests - I can see how it may help for the purpose of study groups, but I'd also think that one might get tired of living with the same people that one is taking classes with.</p>
<p>Everyone that I've known who has lived in L/L has really liked it. Living with people with similar interests really helps you to make friends faster, and I can't think of anyone who has gotten sick of living with the people that they have taken classes with. Of course, everyone is different and whether or not you like your roommate is kind of unpredictable. However, L/L is nice because it is a more relaxed living environment than some other freshman housing and living in suites is really nice particularly as a freshman.</p>
<p>i live in l/l and i think that it is awesome! however, the suites are definitely not for everyone. you'll have to keep some things in mind when applying - for example, not everyone in l/l will be freshmen. are you okay with living with people from all grades or would you rather be in a freshmen-only situation? also, a lot of people have complained that living in the suites has made it harder to get to know more people, since some people feel really isolated. however, i definitely don't think this is the case. there are many l/l events and chances to meet new people all of the time. let me know if you have any more questions!</p>
<p>Thanks. When you say "a lot of people have complained that living in the suites has made it harder to get to know more people, since some people feel really isolated", is this because you don't meet as many people as you do in a typical "hallway" dorm? Also, are the suites physically nicer than the usual freshman dorms?</p>
<p>exactly what i meant. i mean, when you leave your door open you're likely to get visits from people living in the same suite as you, but definitely not as many as a traditional dorm. but imo it's not that big of a deal.</p>
<p>the suites are a lot nicer than the usual freshmen dorms, plus you get a bathroom shared amongst 3-4 people instead of an entire floor! they're also slightly bigger and carpeted. have you been to orientation yet? i know that last year they had tours for l/l and other dorms, those were really helpful.</p>
<p>Good to hear. We'll go for an admitted student visit 4/17, but its very helpful to hear a student's perspective. Thanks.</p>