This will also be my first year working at the point. I am a ride host on Maggie! I process in on May 9th. As far as shoes I decided to get some nice 130 dollars Nike AirMax's. I am also going to get another pair just for the time im not working. Now I havent been to any of the dorms, but from what iv'e heard Commons dorms are the way to go. They are the ones on the mainland right before the causeway. I heard they are newer, have AC, and is where the action is at. If you do not have a car, then I heard the Cedars over by the marina on the peninsula is not bad. It just does not have AC and is not as new. If you want an apartment style, Bayside is the best if there are any spots available. There are only about 8 people living under one roof as opposed to about 16 in the commons apartments. Hope this helps.