Up until recently maintained as a museum, the childhood home of the Braddock family has been pressed into service as additional housing and classroom space for the Institute. Additionally, the increased demands have led to the main ballroom being converted into a cafeteria for both the Institute and those University students on a meal plan. Student reactions have been mixed, and reports of paranormal activity are as of yet unsubstantiated.
"I prefer actual nursing to classes," Claire says, "Luckily, I'm almost done with most of my class work. Then I just have my residency to worry about."
"And here I was looking forward to my classes, those sound much more impressive," Victoria said with a smirk, her hand idly resting along the back of the couch so that her fingers played at the back of Claire's neck.
"It takes some people awhile to get a handle on their power." Isabel said "It took me a little while, and mine isn't that dangerous to other people. Well, ok, it could be, but not by accident."
"I don't know what you're talking about," Victoria said 'innocently'. "Matresses are horrible fire hazards. Couches, too, but we don't have any of them in our rooms."