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stankos
Allegheny College '11
Majoring in Women's Studies
Member since 10/11/2010
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Brooks N' Kins
Brooks all-you-can-eat dining tends to be not stellar by any means; McKinley's a la carte has much improved since my freshman year, especially with the addition of local breads, muffins and produce, but the prices tend towards the outrageous--4.50 for a sandwich? 7 for a salad with meat? I might as well go downtown for slightly better quality food and more reasonable prices. The dining staff, though, for the most part, are really excellent.
Oct 11, 2010
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I lived in the Brooks complex the first three years of my collegiate experience, and it certainly left a lot to be desired in terms of privacy, cleanliness and noice. I now reside in North Village the first, which is incredible and I love having my own room while still having people around me. That said, it is incredibly expensive--if something could be done to reduce the cost, or if I was given the option of not having to have a meal plan (especially since I have the smallest, which ends up being the most expensive per Brooks swipe), it would be much easier on me financially.
Oct 11, 2010
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Don't Have Much Personal Experience...
I have never lived off campus, but I know you lose some financial aid. I am told, however, that in the long run you end up saving money. Off-campus housing would have been something I seriously considered had I not been so utterly dependent on my financial aid.
Oct 11, 2010
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