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Students are required to live in University Housing for their first two years at W&L, but considering the quality of the first-year dorms and the fact that most of the student body resides in the posh Greek houses sophomore year, this rule actually turns out to give way to an overall positive experience. For first-years, housing options really run the gamut from impressive to slightly seedy. Gaines Hall, a newer, air-conditioned dorm probably takes the cake for the objectively nicest living situation. That said, many students prefer the halls of Graham-Lees or Davis and Gilliam to Gaines' suite-style living design, and most first-years list Graham-Lees as their first choice for housing. For upperclassmen not in Greek housing, there are the Woods Creek Apartments, which are a little more removed but still convenient to campus. Though a little bit of a throw back to the fashion greatness of the '80s, Woods Creek does offer quality living options.

Since Washington & Lee's campus is small and compact, nearly all Universtiy housing is located relatively conveniently to campus. First-years especially will find themselves in very close proximity to academic campus. Proximity to classes does not mean a spirit of studious academia pervades the dorms, however, as first-year housing especially can get fairly rowdy. Resident advisers often find keeping decorations on the walls and not on the floors a challenge after a hard party night. Greek housing can prove to be a wild ride as well, although regular patrols by campus security limit the level of shenanigans. All in all, Washington & Lee offers quality, clean housing options for its students, as well as a first-year experience to be remembered.

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generalswim2113

Political Science and Government '15

4.6

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Depends...

Housing here is pretty good, but it depends a lot on who you are and where you live. If you're a huge rager and love to party and don't mind lots of noise at 2 am when you're trying to sleep, then Graham-Lee's is great. However, if you enjoy sleeping and like a more chill (not boring) environment, Davis is definitely the place for you. Gaines is not "anti-social" but its definitely a different environment than the rest of the halls. Its a very quiet place, but it does have AC, so if that's what you want then go for it. I live in GL but I spend the vast majority of my time in Davis and Gilliam. It's all about what you like here, but rest assured, there is a place for you.

Nov 13, 2011

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tylerdurden

Economics and Econometrics '13

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The Dorms

The dorms are not fantastic, but better than at a number of schools i visited. There are tons of singles, which I highly recommend requesting. Gaines is the best dorm in terms of rooms, but is not very social between suites. It also has AC, which other dorms don't. The other dorms are more or less the same, though Graham-Lees has more singles.

Nov 01, 2011

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cscrun19

Business Administration and Management '15

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Gaines 109

You either get REALLY lucky with your suite or you hate your life. I'm really lucky.

Oct 19, 2011

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