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Century 21:The 12-House Roundup

With the randomization of Harvard's Houses now four years in the

making, first-year housing assignments--to be announced this Thursday--may seem painfully arbitrary.

But despite the exaggerated horror stories surrounding being Quadded or

becoming the next resident of the Concrete Elite (a.k.a. Mather House),

there are assets to all of Harvard 12 Houses.

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The Crimson's House Life reporter, who has spent months combing the campus for the truth about Harvard real estate, sheds some perspective on Thursday's outcomes--whatever they may be.

Adams House

An unbeatable proximity to the Yard, a recently renovated dining hall and spacious rooms consistently place Adams House atop first-year wish lists. Once known for its artsy, dramatic student population, the House is connected by an extensive system of tunnels that preserve some of the House spirit with the art of residents long since graduated.

Among its accommodations, Adams boasts Claverly Hall, with grand windows, fireplaces and mahogany all around. And several lucky seniors get to live in Senior House, a detached dwelling all their own.

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