Be social! Get to know others. There are people here from all corners of the world.
I lived in Chicago for 5 years and I had never seen a place quite like this. Ryan’s home is pretty special — somewhere between a hostel and a hotel.
Load up on snacks before you come because it’s hard to find good grub in the neighborhood. You can also take the green line to morgan and go to the trendy restaurants in the west loop.
Definitely check out the Garfield Park Conservatory since you’ll be staying down the street!!