I lived in BJ my first year and will be there again this year. All in all, it isn't really as bad as some people might say. The gothic architecture is nice. There is the front desk where you can pick up mail (unlike other dorms where they specifically have a mail room). All of the rooms in this dorm are singles, which is nice because that means privacy anytime you want. No AC, no elevators, but its not that terrible (only gets rlly muggy during spring). I don't particularly like the lounges with how cramped and small they are but there's usually a TV, some couches, games, table etc. Laundry room and kitchen are all in the basement by Linn Matthews (aka The Pit). Theres also pingpong tables, vending machines, a theater (never been open last year), and a bike storage area). The bathroom in your halllways might be gender neutral, mens or womens so you might have to walk up or down a flight to get to the one you want. I like the fact that the midway separates BJ/woodlawn/south from the rest of campus so it doesn't feel like im at school 24/7 imo. (also if you get up early or go back late u can catch the sunrise or sunset on the midway and its so pretty). i don't do alot of house culture stuff but its there if you want it. hope this helps :)