Choices, choices

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Okay, not really. But I'm stuck at the moment, so choose between these two people who want me for their roommate*. Even if I don't agree, hopefully seeing the results will help me make up my mind.

Person A
Hi, I'm a 22 year old studying Classical archaeology. I did my undergraduate work at Brandeis University in Classics and Archaeology. I'm fairly studious, quiet and not the going-out and partying type, but I like to go out on the weekends for dinner, movies, museums, shopping, etc. I'm from Long Island but haven't spent much time in New York and would love someone to explore it with. I'd love to live with someone in classics, history, etc. but am willing to live with and learn from anyone in any field.

I'm looking for a non-smoking roommate who keeps common areas clean. I'm not a total neat freak and my room will probably be less than organized, but I like to keep the kitchen and living areas uncluttered. I'm not crazy about quiet but I need a certain amount in order to get any work done. I'm a bit of a night owl but usually retreat to my room by 10 or 11 and can live with someone on virtually any schedule. I do have a bf (who calls too often) who would probably visit occasionally and stay overnight. I'm not a great cook and usually don't have much time to spend in the kitchen so don't expect any gourmet meals.

My roommates will vouch for me: I'm easy to live with, quiet (not standoffish just shy), and have a sarcastic sense of humor that periodically pops up. I like (not love) TV but will pay and keep it in my room if my roommate doesn't want one.


Person B
female philosophy student: Hi Everyone,

I keep irregular hours, can be something of a night owl. I don't smoke, don't watch a lot of TV (if I do bring the mini tv I have, I'll keep it in my bedroom), would like to explore new york city, especially the art and music scenes (classical, folk, bluegrass, and jazz are on the top of my list). I definitely don't have to have a roommate who will go out with me all the time, but if you want to, I'm open. I'll be studying a lot and possibly somewhat irregularly (i.e, I might spend 3 days locked in my room and then not touch a book for the next 3 days). I'm originally from Nebraska, did my bachelors at the University of Nebraska, not very familiar with the city.

I love animals, am a vegetarian, am politically liberal, and I should warn that I *do* have a bf from another state who will hopefully be visiting me from time to time, although that will probably be pretty irregular. I don't cook a whole lot and when I do, I would prefer to just cook for myself and *not* to share cooking duties or anything like that.

cleanliness.. well, frankly, I can almost guarantee that my own room will be a disaster, but I will be clean and respectful in common areas. I'm NOT a neat freak! But like almost everyone, basic hygiene is a must, and I am absolutely phobic of roaches, so I will do anything to keep those away. I'll try to keep my dishes clean, my hair out of the sink, etc., and I would appreciate a roommate who'll do the same.

Overall, I'm looking for someone who will be laid-back, willing to frankly discuss any conflicts.

Also, I can be very talkative and social, but there are times when I need a lot of privacy.



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*Man, this is so much easier when they assign everyone randomly and I don't have to think about it.