Marshall University

Marshall University

Huntington, WV, USA
Public
4 Year

Bria's Review

Review of Marshall University

from Beckley, WV

Describe your college in three sentences.

marshall university's campus is small enough to engage with your professors, yet large enough to meet all standards of diversity. its quaint charm also matches its southern hospitality. from the classroom to sporting events roaring with thundering herd pride, you'll be sure to enjoy the marshall experience.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

as a prospective student, you definitely want to make yourself known with your academic advisor. you'll also want to get involved on campus. there is alot to choose from, from clubs to greek organizations. you can definitely find your niche here at marshall.

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

marshall prides itself in its academics. your professors try to know you on a personal level. classes are well balanced with a challenging homework regimen that can be easily accomplished.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

as a freshman, you get to reside in the freshman dorms. they are quite impressive. security procedures make you feel safe, but they allow you alot of independence at the same time. its the perfect amount of give and take. a roommate is also required the first year, but you can opt out for an additional fee in your upperclassmen years.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

dining at marshall is very convenient. marshall has two cafeterias, as well as a student center with various options such as chick-fil-a. the cafeterias offer a homestyle section, a grill section, a deli, a salad bar, and a pizzeria. the towers dining hall even offers made-to-order stir fry. in addition, to the options on campus, you are in close proximity to all your fast food cravings located on 5th avenue. make sure you check out the campus hot spot, fat patty's.

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

there are alot of options if you are looking for something to do on campus. clubs and organizations are always holding events for the students on campus. sporting events are a big deal on campus as well. there are also local hot spots that most of the students attend on any given day. the mall is also about a 10-15 minute drive from campus, so the options are limitless.

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

as a student at marshall, they definitely provide you with countless options of all varieties that allow you spend to your heart's content or to help make your penny stretch. sporting events are included in your tuition, so games are free for students. meal plans with flex points allow you to enjoy extra extra food options outside of the cafeteria without spending hard earned cash. the local hot spot, fat patty's also helps with half price appetizers at certain times. many places around campus also give student discounts.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

we have a memorial service every november 14th to commerate the lives lost in the 1970s plane crash, which carried marshall's football team, coaches, family, friends, and loved ones. it is one of those moments that really unites the students on campus.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

marshall's campus is very diverse, so it makes it comfortable for nearly any and every kind of student. from the specified clubs to the universal cuisine, you are sure to have a place at marshall.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

clubs and activities on marshall's campus are endless. there are well near hundreds of clubs to get involved in. dorms on campus also hold their own events that students can attend.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

there are many greek organizations on marshall's campus. it is fun to see the different fraternities and sororities during their rush seasons. the activities they hold are also beyond entertaing. steps show and strolls by the greeks are the most highlighted events.

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

campus safety on marshall's campus is superb. by the time you reach freshman year, you are sure to have heard the dangers of a college campus. marshall makes sure that those worries are at a minimum. with security guards, marshall university police department patrols in car, on foot, and on bike, dorm check-in and sign-in procedures, and drills, you are sure to have a safe experience while on marshall's campus.