Hadouken

Hi guys, I have only recently decided to start my graduate studies in UW-Madison this Fall. I'm an international student, and have just recently signed up for the waiting list on all graduate dorms. I guess my chances are pretty slim So I wanted to ask what I should do in the little time I have left until school starts. 1) Which area of Madison would suit me the most? I'm in my mid-late 20's and would prefer living with people around their mid 20's as well. I really like bars and parties, but not when they're crammed with undergrads (are there any graduate student parties? or is it just for the undergrads?). I don't mind living with roommates (it's preferred even). I don't mind biking or busing (I am without car). I've heard of two areas which may suit me - Willy/Jennifer St. or Kendall/Chamberlain Av. - What do you think? 2) I like socializing and meeting new people - that's why I thought the dorms would fit me the most - but I guess that's out of the question if I only signed up a couple of days ago. Are there any similar options? Is that even a good choice, or should I stick with a normal shared apartment? Thanks a lot for you help.