Alabama State University

Alabama State University

Montgomery, AL, USA
Public
4 Year

Elizabeth's Review

Review of Alabama State University

from East St. Louis, IL

Describe your college in three sentences.

It is very rich in history. It has an outstanding support system within the faculty. Student life is fun and teaches you life long lessons.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

Work hard in the class room so you can play hard outside the classroom. Don't always expect the faculty members to have all the answers, sometimes you have to help yourself. Take time to visit your professors in their office, they are there to help you. Most of all remember you determine your experience so join organizations and clubs on campus and get involved with campus life. It's a great time to be a Hornet!

Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?

When you think of college courses you might think of very large classes with a boring professor. At our school most classes are very interactive. They're smaller than most schools so it's easier to be 1 on 1 with the professor. The courses can be hard but the professors make time to help you so failure is not an option.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

Living on campus is the peek to enjoying your college experience. Dorm life on ASU's campus can be very rewarding. You will always know about all student activities because everything will be posted in the residence halls. Even though you might have to share a bathroom with 3 or more other people, most of the dorms are in sweet style so it can be very personal.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

Having a meal plan on campus can come in handy. The food is very fulfilling on most of the time. This is college, so the food won't be as good as your mothers but you will enjoy the variety.

What’s there to do for fun at your college?

There are so many things to get into on our campus. From joining a club or organization to playing intramural sports, there are so many things to do to keep you busy. The student government associations likes to plan out activities to keep students busy and other clubs always host forums all year long.

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

Tuition is starting to sky rocket all around the U.S. At our school we have a low cost of tuition. Since there is a 2020 vision set in place, a lot of new and exciting things are being enhanced on campus. We now have a new student union and a new football stadium is being built at this very instance. I assure you, you will see your money being put to use.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The one location on campus that stand out is the equinox. Its in the center of the academic mall and it's essential to ASU's history. Another location would be Council Hall. This academic hall is the birthplace of the bus boycott. In that very hall the flyers for the bus boycott were printed, which lead to the Civil Rights Movement.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

It's great for all types of students. If you enjoy a campus with a rich tradition and a close knit family then it's great for you. If you enjoy small classrooms and having professors who actually know your name then it's great for you. If you enjoy working hard with like minded peers and enjoying activities planned for students then it's great for you.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

I would say there is a club for every type of person on campus. From the band to the honors program, everything is offered. If you want to learn how to network there are different organization to teach you just that. The activities planned for student are exciting and rewarding.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

Greek Life is probably the epitome of every HBCU. On our campus the Greeks are very involved. Many students involved in these organization are also the top student leaders of the university. They enjoy succeeding on campus as well as in the world. Of coarse there is a friendly competition between them but that just makes everything int resting.

How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?

We have real police officers who work 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to make sure ASU's campus is safe. They are always riding around campus whether it's in cars or on their automatic scooters. Plus we have the emergency polls posted all around campus just in case anything happens. Just push the buttons and help will be on its way.