I love the campus life at California University of Pennsylvania because there are always people all over the campus. There is no limit of what you can get involved in on campus or off campus. The University gives opportunities to their students such as 7 habits of highly effective people training that I think really help prepare students for life after college.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
For prospective students I would say treat your Cal card like gold, never lose it because it's how you get into your dorms, it has your meal plan, helps rent books and allows access to events on campus. I would also say, learn where the buildings are and explore the campus. A must is to make time to make friends that way even in a small town, you will never be bored. Take advantage of opportunities on campus, such as leader for life programs, the different clubs, find where you belong and build off of your interests.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Some general classes are easy, they sometimes won't challenge you as much as you would like them too, where others do give that challenge. When doing classes for your major I feel that it is difficult, but with the right amount of time given to the work it will not be so bad. It's challenging but not impossible.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
I loved living in the dorms during my first year on campus. I met some of my best friends living on my floor. It was exciting to meet new people. The dorms felt more like apartments with our own bathrooms and windows. My roommate and I got along really well. I spent many nights with my friends hanging out in the lounges where we would have movie nights and make food in the kitchen at three in the morning.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food at Cal U is a huge variety. Wraps are a big thing on our campus, people love eating wraps either grilled, or cold wrapped. But you can get burgers and fries if that's just what your craving too. There is an area by the gym which is strictly healthy foods. Finally the cafeteria which offers four different bars to eat at giving a large variety of different kinds of foods you may want. I enjoy eating there because of the variety. One of the other great places to go is flatz, which is like a convenience store on campus. I love eating at all the different places, and grabbing a cup of coffee in the morning at the coffee shop on campus. I think the food is great, and whatever I'm craving I usually am able to get it, no matter the time.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There is a movie theater on campus showing current movies, and there are always events going on whether they are on campus or off campus. Students buy tickets for events in Pittsburgh and Cal u will have a bus available to take students downtown, and bring them back. Student Activities Board brings comedians in on Friday nights, and seminars and events. Usually every night of the week something is going on somewhere.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Cal U is an affordable university because it is part of the state system school chain in Pennsylvania. And they help give you as much financial aid as you qualify for which helps a lot when you're like me and struggling to pay for college.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Students used to put bagels on this one statue's finger. Another tradition, which is suppose to give luck is hitting the Vulcan's hammer on the statue outside of Herron Fitness Center. Neat locations on campus are the fountains, the one by Noss, and the convocation center, the courtyard behind old main and the quad, where there is turf instead of grass.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
I think Cal U is great for any type of student. If you're not a really good student there are tutors available on campus, the professors for your classes are always reach able, there is a writing center, and math lab to help improve writing skills and help in math classes. For advanced students, Cal U has a lot of opportunities to expand your resume and find internships in order to see if the major chosen is what's right for you.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There is a club and activity for any interest on campus. There are over 150 majors on campus and over 200 clubs and organizations on campus. There is a place for anyone to find themselves and where they belong here on campus.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are social sororities and fraternities on campus, as well as service fraternities and academic fraternities for some majors. Greek life is one way to find a way to fit in with a group of people and a way to get more involved not just on campus but in an organization such as the national kidney foundation, or the Alzheimer's foundation. there are 5 sororities on campus and 5 or 6 fraternities. Each have a philanthropy and have their own rituals that they do.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Public safety is constantly circling around the campus. They are available whenever by just calling them. Their constant patrolling makes the campus feel safe.
I love the campus life at California University of Pennsylvania because there are always people all over the campus. There is no limit of what you can get involved in on campus or off campus. The University gives opportunities to their students such as 7 habits of highly effective people training that I think really help prepare students for life after college.
For prospective students I would say treat your Cal card like gold, never lose it because it's how you get into your dorms, it has your meal plan, helps rent books and allows access to events on campus. I would also say, learn where the buildings are and explore the campus. A must is to make time to make friends that way even in a small town, you will never be bored. Take advantage of opportunities on campus, such as leader for life programs, the different clubs, find where you belong and build off of your interests.
Some general classes are easy, they sometimes won't challenge you as much as you would like them too, where others do give that challenge. When doing classes for your major I feel that it is difficult, but with the right amount of time given to the work it will not be so bad. It's challenging but not impossible.
I loved living in the dorms during my first year on campus. I met some of my best friends living on my floor. It was exciting to meet new people. The dorms felt more like apartments with our own bathrooms and windows. My roommate and I got along really well. I spent many nights with my friends hanging out in the lounges where we would have movie nights and make food in the kitchen at three in the morning.
The food at Cal U is a huge variety. Wraps are a big thing on our campus, people love eating wraps either grilled, or cold wrapped. But you can get burgers and fries if that's just what your craving too. There is an area by the gym which is strictly healthy foods. Finally the cafeteria which offers four different bars to eat at giving a large variety of different kinds of foods you may want. I enjoy eating there because of the variety. One of the other great places to go is flatz, which is like a convenience store on campus. I love eating at all the different places, and grabbing a cup of coffee in the morning at the coffee shop on campus. I think the food is great, and whatever I'm craving I usually am able to get it, no matter the time.
There is a movie theater on campus showing current movies, and there are always events going on whether they are on campus or off campus. Students buy tickets for events in Pittsburgh and Cal u will have a bus available to take students downtown, and bring them back. Student Activities Board brings comedians in on Friday nights, and seminars and events. Usually every night of the week something is going on somewhere.
Cal U is an affordable university because it is part of the state system school chain in Pennsylvania. And they help give you as much financial aid as you qualify for which helps a lot when you're like me and struggling to pay for college.
Students used to put bagels on this one statue's finger. Another tradition, which is suppose to give luck is hitting the Vulcan's hammer on the statue outside of Herron Fitness Center. Neat locations on campus are the fountains, the one by Noss, and the convocation center, the courtyard behind old main and the quad, where there is turf instead of grass.
I think Cal U is great for any type of student. If you're not a really good student there are tutors available on campus, the professors for your classes are always reach able, there is a writing center, and math lab to help improve writing skills and help in math classes. For advanced students, Cal U has a lot of opportunities to expand your resume and find internships in order to see if the major chosen is what's right for you.
There is a club and activity for any interest on campus. There are over 150 majors on campus and over 200 clubs and organizations on campus. There is a place for anyone to find themselves and where they belong here on campus.
There are social sororities and fraternities on campus, as well as service fraternities and academic fraternities for some majors. Greek life is one way to find a way to fit in with a group of people and a way to get more involved not just on campus but in an organization such as the national kidney foundation, or the Alzheimer's foundation. there are 5 sororities on campus and 5 or 6 fraternities. Each have a philanthropy and have their own rituals that they do.
Public safety is constantly circling around the campus. They are available whenever by just calling them. Their constant patrolling makes the campus feel safe.