Hi there,
I after reading the numerous posts on your website, I thought you would be the ideal person to ask about the possibility of switching residence preferences. I was admitted into Innis Residence for the upcoming 2011-2012 undergrad year (Faculty of Arts and Science– Humanities). I am more than happy to live within Innis’s suite style rooms, and from what I have read it seems like a great place to spend my first year at U of T! However, a good friend of mine was admitted into U of T and we are both looking forward to attending in the fall however, she is rooming at Woodsworth and we both would love to room with one another. So, would it be possible for me to request residence at Woodsworth, and if so how would I go about doing so? (I still have not submitted any deposits) Just another question while I have your attention: since you are a student, would you say Woodsworth has better suite style rooms in comparison to Innis? I am struggling to make up my mind because Innis has presented itself as an amazing campus.
Sorry for the absolute plethora of questions!
Sincerely,
Fara
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Hey Fara,
Congrats on getting into Innis Residence! I lived there in first year. It is pretty dope. I’m sorry to say this, but it is probably impossible for you to switch over to Woodsworth to room with your pal. Basically U of T is a buereaucracy? (which you have probably already learned), that decides to organize students in little clumps called “colleges.” The college you are accepted to dictates what residence you will in and who will handle your administrative affairs. (It does not restrict what courses you can take, or who you can make out with.) But as notoriously attractive residences, it is super doubtful that either Innis or Woodsworth would make room for you or your pal when there is probably a pretty sizeable waiting list already.
Why not try Innis and visit your friend down the street, like all the time? She’s just up the street! The best part of university and the truly best part of first year is meeting new people and making new friends. The first year is all about letting new experiences and people into your life, and you might really adore your new roommates. The buereaucracy will make it impossible for you to switch anyways, so you might as well welcome your new truly amazing residence and the chance to visit your friend – and meet her new pals – at Woodsworth. Basically it will be like living in two residences at once! Think of all the 90s -themed dance parties you will go to. You will so hate the Macarena by the end of the year.
If you are still not convinced by this, feel free to contact the Innis Residence or Woodsworth Residence for more information. (Aka a formal shutdown.) You are going to have a great year though!
xoxo, Askastudent