<p>I will be visiting NYU this upcoming Sunday (April 15), and I was wondering about Weinstein. I haven't heard much about this residence, and all I've heard are negatives, although when I researched the "Explorations" floors they seemed to interest me the most. Does anyone know what the typical Weinstein resident is like, or could you describe the living situation here?</p>
<p>I liked living in Weinstein. Sure, the rooms are small and a bit dingy, but the location CANNOT be beat. When you have 8 AM classes as a freshman, you'll appreciate being able to roll out of bed at 7:50 and be on time - I know I did. You also have access to a computer lab with printing, tutoring services, and two dining halls, all in your building. You'll understand why that's great when there's 6 inches of slush on the ground outside, the windchill is -3 degrees, and you want to grab a bite to eat with your meal plan.</p>
<p>In short, unless you absolutely cannot deal with clean white cinderblock, then don't discount Weinstein because "everyone hates it." I sure as heck didn't.</p>
<p>shades, is weinstien a very social/party dorm?</p>
<p>Previously held notion - "prison cellish" place
Currently held notion - amazing, the location is smack dab in the middle of everything, and the dining halls are super convenient</p>
<p>I live in Third North right now, and I really like it cuz it has a cool courtyard that no other residences have and a lot of people (it's the biggest dorm in the country). But I must say, after a month, the walking distance got to me. They say it's only a 10-15 minute walk but it really doesn't feel like that once it gets cold or you have 8 a.m. class and it's almost dark outside. I think by the end of october everyone wished that they signed up for weinstein cuz it is the most decent dorm. I did. It's super super near the classes (especially Kimmel where almost all the freshman classes are at) and bobst and Space market (a very convenient grocery store) right next to the dorm. It also has two dining places, one that's open till 1 a.m. and alot of people use that one. Besides the fact that it used to be a mental hospital, it's a great dorm. I really wish I had that one.</p>
<p>They have freshman classes at Kimmel? You mean Silver?</p>
<p>I liked Rubin better because my room was prettier and more homey. I also didn't think I was going to accidentally fall out of the windows, whereas Weinstein windows are set disturbingly low to the ground. That said, it's got its advantages. I'm sure wherever you end up, you get used to it.</p>
<p>warren_buffett89: Uh, it seemed pretty social to me when it was 1 AM and I was trying to sleep so I wasn't a zombie at my 8 AM class. People were pretty talkative, and it caused me problems more than once.</p>
<p>euphoria1004: Water Street is the biggest dorm NYU has, not Third North. I believe Water Street's the biggest dorm on the eastern seaboard.</p>
<p>youkosiren: Yeah, I lived on the 7th floor, and my mom was terrified that I'd somehow sit on the radiator, lose my balance, and fall out of the window. They really should have screens or safety bars.</p>
<p>Youkosiren: yes silver. my bad.</p>
<p>shades_children: I mean the biggest freshman dorm in the country. my bad again.</p>
<p>Rubin is the best dorm. Hayden is great too, but not as nice in the hallways and rooms can be tiny or huge in hayden and are mostly midsize in Rubin. Those are top choices hands down. Uhall is good if you really want apartment living, but its a bit quiet and antisocial so beware. And no this doesnt change year to year i have heard this rumor before comming here and experienced it first hand. Now those aforementioned dorms should be your top choices depending on your preference. The other dorms suck. 3rd north is far from campus and is nice if your into flickering florescent lights and ugly rooms. Brittany has no dining hall. Yes that is a big deal, no, its a huge deal. There is a huge benefit of having food only an elevator ride away. Wienstein sucks, tiny rooms. Goddard is small/small rooms but close to lots of stuff and if you're VERY adamant about an exploration live there. That should cover it for you.</p>
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<p>Opinions, opinions, opinions. :) Living in NYU housing is all about prioritizing what you want.</p>
<p>Im only giving these kids a guide as to how to prioritize.</p>