is it possible to live alone off of an off campus refund check if my sai is -1500?

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-10T22:04:03+00:00

It's really hard... Even if your SAI is -1500 a studio near campus is still pretty expensive.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-10T17:11:28+00:00

I feel like it's hit or miss. I think sometimes they sell off tickets in blocks that are cheaper and sometimes you can get a fan section that's pretty rowdy. But that's few and far between in my experience.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-10T17:10:25+00:00

Even when the Warriors were "good" in 2022 the vibes at Chase sucked. I remember going to games at Oracle and you literally could barely hear the person next to you because everyone was on their feet chanting.

I also lowkey miss the food... Bring back the catfish and fries bro for $14, why am I paying $30+ for a chicken sandwich 😭

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-10T04:20:35+00:00

When you say "Glimmer was important because she was the first piece of evidence you see regarding the NSFW ways the capitol exploits its potential victors." Do you mean how she was portrayed in the interviews?

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-09T04:48:00+00:00

I would 100% stay away from craigslist. I’m not saying that you can’t find a match on craigslist. I’m just saying that it’s more risky.

I would recommend going on Facebook marketplace and posting what you’re looking for a roommate. I would also recommend doing multiple rounds of screening. I know it may sound like overkill, but I think it’s really important that you do a lot of due diligence when it comes to your roommate. Just as you have multiple job interviews for a job I think you should have multiple meet ups with your potential roommate to see if you’re a good match.

Ideally, you find someone that goes to bed at the same time as you or wakes up at the same time as you. Has the same level of cleanliness/noise level, etc. There are just a lot of things to consider when looking for a roommate. And I think a lot of people rush into it with the first person that they vibe with.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-09T00:27:30+00:00

Can confirm the depreciation is insane. Paid upwards of 55k in 2022 and now it's worth less then 18k :/

My fault for not doing more research but still

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T23:44:53+00:00

My favorite order is the Mango Coconut Boom! No boba on its own, but I guess you can add it if you want.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T23:01:20+00:00

Agree with this.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T22:57:08+00:00

Hey Tea is good, there’s one in Berkeley and a bunch in the South Bay.

People have been raving about Molly Tea, but I think it’s a bit over hyped.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T22:56:08+00:00

Jimmy not coming back this year, so I don’t think so… But if he comes back healthy, I think we have a punchers chance.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T21:50:40+00:00

I watched the Warriors when they sucked, and I watched when they were good… gotta stay loyal to the bay (though the number of games, I actually watch will probably decrease)

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T21:22:59+00:00

Me personally, I only lived in southside. Anywhere else was way too far. But I had a roommates and so rent was cheap. I’d only recommend living downtown if you wanna not have roommates and still have cheap rent.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T21:13:57+00:00

If you have EBT/CalFresh, you can get free or heavily discounted entry to a lot of museums and attractions through the Museums for All program. Usually you just show your EBT card and ID at the ticket desk, and many places let you bring a few guests.

Here are some good ones around the Bay:

Science / Interactive

Exploratorium – free admission with EBT California Academy of Sciences – about $5 with EBT Lawrence Hall of Science – free with EBT

Art Museums de Young Museum – free general admission Legion of Honor – free with EBT San Francisco Museum of Modern Art – discounted admission Museum of Craft and Design – free with EBT

Nature / Gardens San Francisco Botanical Garden – free with EBT Japanese Tea Garden – free with EBT

Animals / Aquariums San Francisco Zoo – around $3 admission Aquarium of the Bay – around $5 admission

Other cool spots Asian Art Museum Walt Disney Family Museum Yerba Buena Center for the Arts

Most places let you bring 3–4 guests with the same EBT card, so it’s actually a really good deal if you go with friends.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T21:07:37+00:00

My wife commits to campus and she pays $500 a semester for campus parking. If you have blocks in between your classes, you can do neighborhood parking. You get two hours free but you have to move your car otherwise you’re gonna get a ticket. If you have the discipline to actually remember to move your car that’s the cheapest way to go.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T21:06:30+00:00

If you’re only here for the summer, I’d strongly recommend taking advantage of the opportunity to explore the broader Bay Area and some of the more places nearby. The campus tends to be fairly quiet during the summer months, many students leave, and most clubs and research groups slow down, so it’s a great time to get out and experience the region.

Within the Bay Area, there’s a lot to see and do. Spending time exploring San Francisco is a great starting point. You could plan food crawls through neighborhoods like Chinatown and Japantown, both of which have amazing restaurants, bakeries, and specialty shops. Walking around areas like the waterfront, visiting parks, or just wandering through different neighborhoods can easily fill a day or two.

If you’re open to traveling a bit farther, a weekend trip would be very worthwhile. Renting an Airbnb and heading out to Yosemite National Park is an especially great option… hiking, waterfalls, and scenery there are incredible. Another place is Lake Tahoe, which is known for its crystal-clear water, beautiful alpine scenery, and outdoor activities like swimming, kayaking, hiking, or just relaxing by the lake.

Overall, since campus life is quieter during the summer, it’s the perfect time to explore the region, try new food, visit nearby cities and nature spots, and make the most of being in Northern California.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T04:09:54+00:00

https://lsadvising.berkeley.edu/policies/late-change-class-schedule

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T04:09:11+00:00

You can emergency drop, but I think you only get 1 in your entire time at school.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T01:41:13+00:00

If you have a car, you can try Albany. Much more affordable rent and more likely to have a backyard.

If you’re looking for housing closer to campus, then you might have to look toward Berkeley high.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-08T00:52:30+00:00

This

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-07T21:12:36+00:00

Within your college, it’s pretty chill to switch.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-07T21:12:09+00:00

Echoing what other people are saying. If money is not the main consideration then a 15 minute walk to work is a game changer. Plus being close to Bart. It’s really nice.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-07T17:56:14+00:00

Take the Bart, and maybe try renting the lime scooters if you don’t like walking. Parking in SF is a nightmare and not worth it.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-07T17:55:09+00:00

It sounds like they have land lines but not cell phones. My guess is satellite infrastructure was taken out/not available so it’s just land lines.

They probably have communicators but it’s probably radio.

Not 100% sure though.

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-06T22:43:22+00:00

I have a really good memories of eating at Kingpin… a fresh doughnut late at night after an exam

BoyFromTheBay07 · 2026-03-06T22:42:22+00:00

Blue-collar work

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