The Allyn or “Main” Building of Northwood School. Photo by Mr. John Spear.
Devin Smith ‘26, a two-year senior here at Northwood, recently moved mid-year from the Bergamini dorm to the main building. With many boys’ residents who have spent time at both buildings, I feel it is worth getting opinions on the pros and cons of each building.
“The move from Berg to Main has been different. Berg is for sure quieter and more peaceful, but I had a roommate down there. Up here in the main, I got my own room and my own space. I am not going to miss the early walks in the cold weather.” Smith said.
Now we hear from Casey Morrissey ’26, who was in Main last year and is now living in Berg this year.
“In Main I had a roommate, which was fun, but now in Berg I have a single. I was lucky enough to be with such a good group of kids last year in the Main building, and the memories I made will last a lifetime. It is also nice to be close to everything, like the fitness center, the living room, and the dining hall. In Berg, I sometimes feel like I am isolated from everything.” Morrissey said.
Now with me, who has lived in both Main and Bergamini. I want to add my thoughts to this.
Bergamini Dorm at Northwood School. Photo by Josh Baker ‘28
“My first year in Berg was an experience; the group of guys living there was unreal, and I’m sure everyone can talk about the walks up and down. It’s nice sometimes to walk down, and you can see the mountains in back as well as the sky and sights, also the dreadful cold walks at 6 AM in the wintertime.”
“Honestly, living in Main has so many benefits, and I would rather be living here. You are close to everything, and it is so easy. You can get a few extra minutes to sleep in the morning. After school in the winter, I can wear shorts and a t-shirt or a hoodie. Without having to bring a jacket or pants. I could go on forever about the benefits of living in the main building.”
“Last year, in my junior year, the people we had were unbelievable. We had so much fun every night in the lounge or in each other’s rooms; those memories we made will last a lifetime.”
Suppose I were to recommend to someone whether they should choose the Main or Berg. I would say Main in a heartbeat.
