Postgraduate Non-resident new to York - choosing college

I've been asked to choose a college and I am considering Alcuin. As a non-resident postgraduate (distance learning) student - I will spend weeks physically away and then intensive weeks when I am in York catching up on my work. During this time I will be visiting my department (social policy), using the library, the gym, eating and drinking. So the least important factor is nightlife. I would like a college that makes an attempt to keep its non-resident students a part of the life and soul of college spirit.

I am thinking that given its location to my department that perhaps Alcuin is a good fit. However is there anything I am missing? I am new to York university. I might eventually go from distance learning to being a full time postgraduate and so I feel my college choice is important. I wasn't aware I would need to choose one and so I am going in pretty blind here. Any advice would be great. Many thanks!