<p>Does anyone (preferably current students- but i'm open to all opinions) know ANYTHING about Hamilton's substance-free housing? I'm not radically anti-alcohol or anything, but don't like drinking much and don't like the party scene. Sub-free is supposed to be a quieter atmosphere, but does anyone know anything else about it? Is it a reasonable option? Worth consideration? Any thoughts appriciated :)</p>
<p>I've been thinking about sub-free housing, too! I totally agree with you--I'm not a prude or anti-partying or anything, but I am just not into the culture. I worry that those dorms might restrict the range of people you naturally meet. I really don't know. Maybe we'll meet next year, rhf. :-)</p>
<p>The way I always view housing is that if they have to set up substance free areas the norm must have a problem. I don't want to have a roomate getting wasted/high every night and come stumbling in at 4:00 in the morning with an equally enibriated girl ready to do some "studying". I don't smoke or drink and I'd find it pretty unbearable if I had to live with someone who did. So substance free seems like a good choice. Maybe I'm wrong about the regulat dorms. I hope.</p>
<p>I agree with you (your scenario sounds unpleasant, unless they let you join in LOL)....but I think MOST colleges have sub-free dorms. It isn't that the regular dorms have a "problem", more that some people just want a completely pure space.</p>
<p>I am soo glad I'm not the only one here who sees something slightly off about the usual college party scene! I probably will be going to a party here and there while I'm at school, but I want to be able to leave the party and come home to a quiet room that doesn't have a drunk roomate that needs my help, empty beer cans sitting around or loud music playing next door. Plus, when you want to study and don't feel like trudging over to the library late at night, it would be nice to be able to study in your dorm without party-related distractions. </p>
<p>AdelineLux, I spoke to a Hamilton freshman who is in regular housing, and she said one of her best friends on campus lives in sub-free housing, so I doubt (well, hope it's not) it's too socially restricting. I also heard from another freshman that sub-free housing creates a pretty tight-knit community and that the kids often hang out together when all that's going on is a party or two. Now all I have to do is get accepted... <em>nervous</em></p>
<p>Hi-
I was accepted to Hamilton's Class of 2010 (ED I), and am soooo excited to start my life on The Hill! I'm also very interested in a sub-free dorm, and I intend to participate in Adirondack Adventure (though I'm not really the camping-type!).</p>
<p>At Hamilton, substance-free housing changes almost every year. My freshman year North and Root were the two main substance free housing. North is in the light side, right next to the library, while Root is in the dark side with a day care center for babies in the first floor. It is true that substance-free students can create a tight-knit community, but if you ask me, it is probably best to live on substance-free housing simply because substances are prohibited and for the peace of mind. I could always count on going back to my room and going to sleep peacefully where I wouldn't have to worry about loud noise or drunk neighbors. You do not know how much we can take simple things like that for granted. The only complaint about living in Root is its location. Other than that, it's a blast. I would totally recommend substance-free to all freshmen.</p>
<p>Oh yea, McIntosh had one floor (3rd floor) that was substance-free and had quiet hours. Again, substance-free changes every year. This year North is not substance free, but I believe Woolcott is (also on the light side, but very secluded from everything else). I would recommend you guys go onto Hamilton's website and check out the map of campus to get a sense of what I'm talking about. </p>
<p>Additionally, for all you EDII people waiting for replies, chances are very likely you will get them around the 18th of this month. Be patient. Hopefully, I'll see you future Hamiltonians on campus soon. Take care.</p>
<p>This year the substance free dorm for freshman is Root; Woollcott is also substance free but freshman can not live there. The 3rd floor of Major is a quite floor where students decide on quite hours.</p>
<p>Well, I'm excited because it sounds like there are alot of people with similar mindsets. I think I will ask for sub-free housing...if I get in!!!!</p>
<p>wow, i'm surprised but reallly glad my question got so much attention :)</p>