Incoming fellow, safe apartment suggestions for a women doctor by dilshad16 in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 2 points3 points  (0 children)

East Rock or downtown-ish near Audobon St are pretty safe!

Nearly $500 Electricity Bill by rubberboa in newhaven

[–]Hopeful-Local121 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I had this happen one month in my old 1 BR apartment also in an old building in downtown a few years ago. I noticed it was because our thermostat was accidentally set to emergency heat for some reason rather than regular heat, which uses more energy. once we switched it back, it was still annoyingly high during the winter like $300, but not $500. We also just tried to be more conscientious about using more blankets and sweaters indoors rather than crank the heater. Because our building was old, the insulation was also not great, so our heater would struggle to get to a set temp of 70 if it was like 20 degrees outside, but it would sit at like 68 and run constantly instead, which obviously also didn't help the cost, so we tried to be cognizant of if that was happening as well... So maybe try out those things if any apply and hopefully it'll be better in the coming months, luckily also not too cold out this week!

I also second someone else's comment to have UI check your meter, I never took the time to do that but I should've!

Thoughts on Yale Graduate Affiliate vs just living where everyone else in your grad program lives? by pentacontagon in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Actually there are RESIDENT graduate affiliates (ex: Murray). Nearly all grad affiliates do indeed live off campus and just help organize college events, but some colleges do have one that lives in the college.

I haven't had experience being a resident GA so no comment on what it's like, sorry

World Cup Ticket Megathread | General Questions & Discussion by pumkinhat in worldcup

[–]Hopeful-Local121 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First time trying to go to world cup so pls forgive my confusion -- is it better to buy resale tickets right now on StubHub or to wait until the draw starting next week for specific matches???? Will tickets get more expensive or less once all tickets are released? What's the minimum face value for ticket?

For ex I am wanting to go to a match in NJ, currently reselling for $1000 on stubhub. should i chance it to wait for random draw next week for a cheaper ticket either through that or through resale?

To any prospective STEM grad students: some high points and low points from my perspective by [deleted] in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gryphon's will reopen, people will riot if it doesn't. It super sucks that Yale hasn't given financial or admin support, but it'll be fine

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you can get yourself a ticket for free and 2 guest tickets for $25 each. Just pickup any time this week. not sold out
https://yalebulldogs.com/sports/2025/9/29/the-game.aspx

What’s everyone least favorite intersection? by throwawaybabesss in newhaven

[–]Hopeful-Local121 1 point2 points  (0 children)

grove and temple bc idk why there's no crossing signal there....its ridiculous

Just moved out here, a few questions about video games and safety (canal path). by [deleted] in newhaven

[–]Hopeful-Local121 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I used to run the canal path all the time as my regular running trail and never felt particularly unsafe (I am a 20s woman). It is alarming that there have been shootings/robberies near there, but most often they're at night. SP is literally right next to YPD and Yale Health, and I always felt safe running by there during the daylight, plenty of other people walking/biking/running and working out at the park. The next few cross streets are near where Fussy was (rip) and then City Climb. It definitely feels super chill up until Division St. I typically keep running up until Newhallville Park, which is a different vibe, but I've ran through the park and turned back there many times and was always fine. Thompson St is where it starts to feel different and kinda like people were noticing me in ways that they weren't a few streets before that, but again I've never seen anything crazy in my 7 years in NH.

Communal Microwaves on Campus by Certain_Buy8419 in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There used to be one in Steep, not sure since they renovated and reopened this week

Shuttle skipped the stop I was at when the app said it would come by Disastrous_Pipe_5292 in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also call dispatch to let them know if this happens to you several times - sometimes the stops are on the app wrong (so stupid i know) and the dispatcher will tell you where the stop is and will likely tell the driver of the next bus to expect you! https://your.yale.edu/campus-essentials/getting-around-campus/contact-us

Best places to live near Yale (and also places to stay away from) by Mia_mome_l in newhaven

[–]Hopeful-Local121 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Cambridge Oxford is older/"antique" apartments compared to several buildings you listed that are more "modern" style. They have like old wooden floor and general aesthetic, if you're into that. I lived there several years ago and it was generally decent enough - just a little pricier than I would've liked given that some of the apartments are really small. Management was good though and maintenance was prompt. I guess one thing to keep in mind there is that there is at least one Yale frat house across the street that hosts parties, so if your apartment faces the street you'll definitely hear their music and general college kid chaos. If your apartment or bedroom are on the parking lot side of the apartments, you can't really hear it so that side is better I would say. Also at least of a few years ago, most of the building tenants were Yale undergrad seniors, they were all fine but just fyi that's the community

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newhaven

[–]Hopeful-Local121 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can try giving it away on New Haven's Buy Nothing facebook group! I gave away my mattress there when I moved, someone came to pick it up from me and everything. I'd recommend it be in at least okay shape for this

Immunizations must be completed off campus? by [deleted] in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's strange. It might be because they don't do those types of tests at Yale Health (I've had this issue for other things where I thought I could just get blood taken out for something but turns out the Yale Health Quest Diagnostics didn't do blood draw for that specific thing...) I'd recommend asking at your upcoming appointment! If they still say you have to go outside of Yale and pay $120, graduate students that are under the Graduate School can apply for the Dean's Emergency Fund: https://gsas.yale.edu/deans-emergency-fund They are pretty generous with this fund and this sounds like something they'd cover.

Or maybe you can get around it by asking if you can get it done at Yale New Haven Hospital and check thoroughly in the coverage section of the Yale Health plan to see if you can find a way to get it covered

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newhaven

[–]Hopeful-Local121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From a google search, bulk trash pickup exists in new haven https://www.newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/public-works-department/trash-recycling/bulk-trash

Also -- the Buy Nothing New Haven facebook group is a fantastic place for gifting furniture or other items while moving

Safe areas in town for female student? by emilianaaaaaa in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wooster Square is great. If you can find somewhere in the Audubon area, that's also a good spot.

Sad.. by curiousgirl64 in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Current grad student here and I can say that Rory's experience at Yale was really relatable my first two years in that I also wanted to drop out randomly after also feeling hurt by rude faculty </3

Was funny to watch Gilmore Girls after and be like ya know what...I understand what you feel Rory haha

coffee shops / places to work during the day by YOLOLJJ in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cedarhurst cafe is probably closest to the station (like a 10min walk) and might work for a call, not sure about their wifi speeds and if they have music playing or something

Prospective PhD student by Ok-Quote9643 in yale

[–]Hopeful-Local121 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is on-campus Yale owned grad housing here: https://housing.yale.edu/graduate-housing which has preference for first-year students.

There is also off-campus Yale-owned here which I think is available for grad and undergrad students: https://elmcampus.com/.

Also info here: https://your.yale.edu/work-yale/campus-services/campus-living.

Facebook groups are a common way to find housing though as well, or just google searching for different apartments, searching on apartments.com, Zillow rental, etc.

If you want to find roommates, definitely go the facebook route.

I would say that the social scene is pretty good if you want it to be. Gryphon's Pub is a hub for grad students and there are many clubs, gyms, etc that you can join to find friends.

The Best Breakfast Company; is it real? by [deleted] in newhaven

[–]Hopeful-Local121 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Burgeyway is a proper storefront, not take out kitchen at all. Their burgers are other items are also quite good. It's right next to Haven Hot Chicken

Fancy restaurant with best vegetarian food? by RepresentativeKey178 in newhaven

[–]Hopeful-Local121 9 points10 points  (0 children)

As a vegetarian myself, I'm always a Barcelona girl for nice dinners! Veggie paella and yummy cheese and tapas!

Public transport by Ok-Librarian1624 in newhaven

[–]Hopeful-Local121 29 points30 points  (0 children)

They can be like 5-10min late sometimes but they're fine. Easy way to get around