I have enjoyed my first year at F&M tremendously. From the small close-knit campus to the highly accessible and extremely helpful professors, F&M has it all. There's a great sense of community on campus and thousands of opportunities waiting to be taken.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If you ever find yourself in academic trouble, never hesitate to get in contact with your professor because they are beyond willing to work through it with you. The bonds you create with your professor goes beyond just the classroom because they are truly here to make sure you succeed. Also, during your first year, don't be afraid to branch out and get involved on campus because that is where you meet the most amazing people.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
F&M was ranked at the 4th most rigorous college in the nation by Newsweek's Dailybeast and my experience thus far has affirmed this. I am currently on the pre-med track and the sciences here are no joke. But don't worry because if you manage your time correctly and get help when needed there's no reason not for you to succeed.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
That great sense of community F&M is known for is especially evident in each house. The deans and the student government of each house goes out of their way to create events and promote a close-knit environment. The rooms are cozy and your floor mates may even become the people you are closest to. And you should expect to have movie nights, Tuesday morning bagels, or a campus wide game of Zombies vs Humans.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The school offers several different meal plans which are all very accommodating to a person's individual needs. The dining hall serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner at certain times and sometimes have themed nights which turns to be the best nights in terms of the variety of food. For those who eat only eat Kosher food or need a gluten-free diet, d-hall has also got your back there. You will eventually get tired of the food at d-hall and will find yourself wandering off in the middle of the night to the on-campus bistro that serves lattes, flatbread and deli sandwiches. There's also a mexican grill and a panini junction whose food I never get tired of. Off-campus there are some really great restaurants that serves different ethnic style foods and some decently priced restaurants that serves great food and caters to F&M students.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
People think of Lancaster and automatically think of Amish country but it's so much more than the occasional buggy rides I personally enjoy and surrounding farmland. Downtown is a thriving city and there are a bunch of shops, galleries, theaters, museums, and even a farmer's market. There are also festivals, a skating rink, laser tag and free events for the community. Hershey park isn't a far drive either and you can always expect to have loads of fun there. But becoming involved on campus with sports, clubs, or greek life will make your experience on campus all the more fun.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
You can have fun all day with just $20 in your wallet. With a $3 all day bus pass or the school's free van service, the city of Lancaster is yours. Places like the skating rink or laser tag are all under $10 or you can enjoy watching our football or basketball team compete against other schools for free.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Zombies vs Humans started off with only 128 students but turned into a campus wide event of students dodging and chasing each other on the lawn. Every year we turn this game into a charitable event and have tons of fun doing it.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
F&M is great for those who are willing to work had academically and desires a small, close knit atmosphere on campus. F&M is for students who want to build lasting relationships with the faculty and staff, and succeed after college. It's also for students who are able to put the books aside for a second and have fun with friends.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are tons of things to do on campus from athletics to volunteer activities. F&M offers intramural sports in case you just want to play for fun with you friends on campus. We also offer division III level sports for those who like competing against other schools. There are community service clubs, social clubs, academic clubs, and if there isn't a club you like you can always create your own club with the help of the college. The people you work with or play with basically turns into your extended family.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
F&M offers several sororities and fraternities you can get involved in.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
I feel absolutely safe on campus. Public safety works alongside the city police and you can always see security walking around through the day and through the night. I remember when I was stranded at the mall at night and needed a ride, I called public safety and within 10 minutes I was picked up by one of F&M's drivers. F&M is highly committed to our safety and the officers are there to help 24/7.
I have enjoyed my first year at F&M tremendously. From the small close-knit campus to the highly accessible and extremely helpful professors, F&M has it all. There's a great sense of community on campus and thousands of opportunities waiting to be taken.
If you ever find yourself in academic trouble, never hesitate to get in contact with your professor because they are beyond willing to work through it with you. The bonds you create with your professor goes beyond just the classroom because they are truly here to make sure you succeed. Also, during your first year, don't be afraid to branch out and get involved on campus because that is where you meet the most amazing people.
F&M was ranked at the 4th most rigorous college in the nation by Newsweek's Dailybeast and my experience thus far has affirmed this. I am currently on the pre-med track and the sciences here are no joke. But don't worry because if you manage your time correctly and get help when needed there's no reason not for you to succeed.
That great sense of community F&M is known for is especially evident in each house. The deans and the student government of each house goes out of their way to create events and promote a close-knit environment. The rooms are cozy and your floor mates may even become the people you are closest to. And you should expect to have movie nights, Tuesday morning bagels, or a campus wide game of Zombies vs Humans.
The school offers several different meal plans which are all very accommodating to a person's individual needs. The dining hall serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner at certain times and sometimes have themed nights which turns to be the best nights in terms of the variety of food. For those who eat only eat Kosher food or need a gluten-free diet, d-hall has also got your back there. You will eventually get tired of the food at d-hall and will find yourself wandering off in the middle of the night to the on-campus bistro that serves lattes, flatbread and deli sandwiches. There's also a mexican grill and a panini junction whose food I never get tired of. Off-campus there are some really great restaurants that serves different ethnic style foods and some decently priced restaurants that serves great food and caters to F&M students.
People think of Lancaster and automatically think of Amish country but it's so much more than the occasional buggy rides I personally enjoy and surrounding farmland. Downtown is a thriving city and there are a bunch of shops, galleries, theaters, museums, and even a farmer's market. There are also festivals, a skating rink, laser tag and free events for the community. Hershey park isn't a far drive either and you can always expect to have loads of fun there. But becoming involved on campus with sports, clubs, or greek life will make your experience on campus all the more fun.
You can have fun all day with just $20 in your wallet. With a $3 all day bus pass or the school's free van service, the city of Lancaster is yours. Places like the skating rink or laser tag are all under $10 or you can enjoy watching our football or basketball team compete against other schools for free.
Zombies vs Humans started off with only 128 students but turned into a campus wide event of students dodging and chasing each other on the lawn. Every year we turn this game into a charitable event and have tons of fun doing it.
F&M is great for those who are willing to work had academically and desires a small, close knit atmosphere on campus. F&M is for students who want to build lasting relationships with the faculty and staff, and succeed after college. It's also for students who are able to put the books aside for a second and have fun with friends.
There are tons of things to do on campus from athletics to volunteer activities. F&M offers intramural sports in case you just want to play for fun with you friends on campus. We also offer division III level sports for those who like competing against other schools. There are community service clubs, social clubs, academic clubs, and if there isn't a club you like you can always create your own club with the help of the college. The people you work with or play with basically turns into your extended family.
F&M offers several sororities and fraternities you can get involved in.
I feel absolutely safe on campus. Public safety works alongside the city police and you can always see security walking around through the day and through the night. I remember when I was stranded at the mall at night and needed a ride, I called public safety and within 10 minutes I was picked up by one of F&M's drivers. F&M is highly committed to our safety and the officers are there to help 24/7.