You'll never meet a more inclusive campus filled with friends and faculty that want you to succeed. The academics are fantastic as well as the opportunities the campus works to give each student. If you want to go to a college where you'll make connections that'll last a lifetime and find success as well, it's the right place to go.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Go out for any interesting clubs on campus because they're the fastest way to become friends with a lot of people. Watch out for the food and dorms, both of them aren't as awesome as they may originally seem. Also, beware the squirrels, Simpson's squirrels will stare you down until you move out of their way.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
It's your choice how difficult the classes are. It's all about being in touch with yourself and knowing your limits. The classes I picked push me past my boundaries but never past a point where I'm going to fall off of a metaphorical cliff.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The people you live with will be great, I can guarantee that much. The dorms themselves are kind of shabby and forget about enjoying the bathrooms. Some people just can't aim, male or female.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Some food ends up being really good like their Crab Rangoon pizza or loaded baked potato soup, but it gets repetitive quickly. There's not much of a variety and the schedules aren't very friendly if you're fond of midnight snacks. Also, it gets expensive if you don't watch what you're buying. That being said, the board/flex plans they have available make it easy to get your food each semester instead of some schools who have it daily or weekly. You eat when you need to.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Simpson is always doing something. The third Wednesday of every month a comedian comes in and we've got theater performances as well as sports. We get discount movies at the movie theater which is within walking distance from the school.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
I've been at Simpson for one year and in that first semester I've taught a class of peers, won four trophies in a speech competition halfway across the country, learned how to use power tools in the theater, and met with people who have careers in the field I'm looking into. There's so much opportunity to amount to something on this campus, it's insane. The second semester was just as amazing where I even ended the last month with a 3 week job in my fields of study. There's plenty of bang for what you pay.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There are two seals on campus that you see while walking around, but don't step on them. Legend has it that if you step on the seal, you fail your next big test. Also, Millie is our local ghost and we've got a coffee shop on campus named after her.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
This school is perfect for anyone who likes to be acknowledged or cared about. You'll know your classmates and professors going here. Sometimes in a bigger school it's easy to disappear in the crowd, but Simpson isn't like that. Here the teachers and peers care about you and your well-being.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
This is one of my favorite parts on campus because the upperclassmen show you the ropes and encourage you to do your best. In every club I'm in and everyone I've talked to in their clubs, they've all agreed that the clubs are like one big group. They invite you to eat with them, warn you about little oddities professors have, and make sure that you're faring just fine. They've also got pretty impressive track records as well.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
I'm not in Greek Life, but the people who are love their sisters/brothers. The Greek people are approachable and not closed off in their own groups. There's always something being hosted by the Greeks to go to like Spaghetti nights or BINGO. You can be included there or just make friends, there's no pressure and whether you're interested in going Greek or not, rushing is one of the most fun things to do that first week.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
The campus is well lit and I haven't seen many issues with any security personal. If you need it they'll give you rides places, but the campus is generally very safe. I've walked across campus by myself at midnight with no problems.
You'll never meet a more inclusive campus filled with friends and faculty that want you to succeed. The academics are fantastic as well as the opportunities the campus works to give each student. If you want to go to a college where you'll make connections that'll last a lifetime and find success as well, it's the right place to go.
Go out for any interesting clubs on campus because they're the fastest way to become friends with a lot of people. Watch out for the food and dorms, both of them aren't as awesome as they may originally seem. Also, beware the squirrels, Simpson's squirrels will stare you down until you move out of their way.
It's your choice how difficult the classes are. It's all about being in touch with yourself and knowing your limits. The classes I picked push me past my boundaries but never past a point where I'm going to fall off of a metaphorical cliff.
The people you live with will be great, I can guarantee that much. The dorms themselves are kind of shabby and forget about enjoying the bathrooms. Some people just can't aim, male or female.
Some food ends up being really good like their Crab Rangoon pizza or loaded baked potato soup, but it gets repetitive quickly. There's not much of a variety and the schedules aren't very friendly if you're fond of midnight snacks. Also, it gets expensive if you don't watch what you're buying. That being said, the board/flex plans they have available make it easy to get your food each semester instead of some schools who have it daily or weekly. You eat when you need to.
Simpson is always doing something. The third Wednesday of every month a comedian comes in and we've got theater performances as well as sports. We get discount movies at the movie theater which is within walking distance from the school.
I've been at Simpson for one year and in that first semester I've taught a class of peers, won four trophies in a speech competition halfway across the country, learned how to use power tools in the theater, and met with people who have careers in the field I'm looking into. There's so much opportunity to amount to something on this campus, it's insane. The second semester was just as amazing where I even ended the last month with a 3 week job in my fields of study. There's plenty of bang for what you pay.
There are two seals on campus that you see while walking around, but don't step on them. Legend has it that if you step on the seal, you fail your next big test. Also, Millie is our local ghost and we've got a coffee shop on campus named after her.
This school is perfect for anyone who likes to be acknowledged or cared about. You'll know your classmates and professors going here. Sometimes in a bigger school it's easy to disappear in the crowd, but Simpson isn't like that. Here the teachers and peers care about you and your well-being.
This is one of my favorite parts on campus because the upperclassmen show you the ropes and encourage you to do your best. In every club I'm in and everyone I've talked to in their clubs, they've all agreed that the clubs are like one big group. They invite you to eat with them, warn you about little oddities professors have, and make sure that you're faring just fine. They've also got pretty impressive track records as well.
I'm not in Greek Life, but the people who are love their sisters/brothers. The Greek people are approachable and not closed off in their own groups. There's always something being hosted by the Greeks to go to like Spaghetti nights or BINGO. You can be included there or just make friends, there's no pressure and whether you're interested in going Greek or not, rushing is one of the most fun things to do that first week.
The campus is well lit and I haven't seen many issues with any security personal. If you need it they'll give you rides places, but the campus is generally very safe. I've walked across campus by myself at midnight with no problems.