Review of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
from Zelienople, PA
Describe your college in three sentences.
I have met so many different and new friends through the few short months I have been a part of this university. This university has provided me with so many opportunities, new memories and friendships that I would not trade for the world. This place is my home, it has my heart forever.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Learn, live, and love the Slippery Rock traditions!
Find a balance between work and play.
Follow your dreams, and do not let anyone tell you your dreams cannot be a reality.
Go to class!
Wear green and white every Friday!
Have fun!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Classes in college need to be taken seriously; make sure you study. The best way to know you have learned something is to own the content. Be able to apply what you have learned in class in everyday life or conversation.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
I never wanted to live in a dorm before I went to college but I absolutely love it. I am forming friendships that will last forever. Slippery Rock has Living Learning Communities one can live in that are related to your major; these communities really create an awesome opportunity for friendships and encompassing yourself in your major.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Starbucks, Weisenfluh, and Quaker Steak and Lube are my three favorite places to eat on campus. Our dining hall, Boozel, is also very nice and accommodating to the students. I am a student with food allergies and I completely back the food and dining on campus.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
College at Slippery Rock in its entirety is fun! With our hello tradition, you never have trouble making new friends to go see free movies with in the student center. One can go the gym with, walk to town with, get some food, and so much more here; no matter what you choose to do it will be fun. Clubs and organizations are also a great way to get involved and have some fun up at Slippery Rock.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Quaker Steak has nights where they will do $0.60 boneless wings, and other special events throughout every month during the school year. The bookstore will sell special event, or game day t-shirts for 5-10 dollars throughout the year. This is a great way to stock up for Green and White Fridays! The Bookstore also has an awesome Christmas sale every year.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Slippery Rock has four traditions:
Rub The Rock: It is said that on the way to a test, speech, whatever it may be if you stop in the quad and rub the rock you will have good luck.
Hello Tradition: This tradition is saying a simple hello to everyone you pass on campus, and anywhere that you are. A simple hello and and smile to someone passing by could really brighten their day!
Green and White Fridays: This shows school pride, every friday it is asked that you wear your school gear or green and white!
Fight Song and Alma mater: These are sung at games and special events. These songs are another representation of Slippery Rock school spirit.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
I am very involved at Slippery Rock. I am in FLSP, Green and White Society, and Paranormal Rock. FLSP stands for First-Year Leadership Scholar Program and is a great way to learn and take on leadership roles that will brighten your future. Green and White Society members are your school's student ambassadors; we work closely with the president, alumni, and student government. We also are well-versed in the history and traditions of the university and are very school-spirited! Paranormal Rock, the university's club that provides students with a chance conduct their own ghost hunts. There are hundreds of clubs and organizations on campus that are amazing. They provide an opportunity to make new friends, break out of your shell, and open new doors to the future.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
The campus feels like home. I am never nervous or scared on campus. The university has help boxes all across campus that are in place for anyone who would ever need assistance or feel unsafe.
I have met so many different and new friends through the few short months I have been a part of this university. This university has provided me with so many opportunities, new memories and friendships that I would not trade for the world. This place is my home, it has my heart forever.
Learn, live, and love the Slippery Rock traditions! Find a balance between work and play. Follow your dreams, and do not let anyone tell you your dreams cannot be a reality. Go to class! Wear green and white every Friday! Have fun!
Classes in college need to be taken seriously; make sure you study. The best way to know you have learned something is to own the content. Be able to apply what you have learned in class in everyday life or conversation.
I never wanted to live in a dorm before I went to college but I absolutely love it. I am forming friendships that will last forever. Slippery Rock has Living Learning Communities one can live in that are related to your major; these communities really create an awesome opportunity for friendships and encompassing yourself in your major.
Starbucks, Weisenfluh, and Quaker Steak and Lube are my three favorite places to eat on campus. Our dining hall, Boozel, is also very nice and accommodating to the students. I am a student with food allergies and I completely back the food and dining on campus.
College at Slippery Rock in its entirety is fun! With our hello tradition, you never have trouble making new friends to go see free movies with in the student center. One can go the gym with, walk to town with, get some food, and so much more here; no matter what you choose to do it will be fun. Clubs and organizations are also a great way to get involved and have some fun up at Slippery Rock.
Quaker Steak has nights where they will do $0.60 boneless wings, and other special events throughout every month during the school year. The bookstore will sell special event, or game day t-shirts for 5-10 dollars throughout the year. This is a great way to stock up for Green and White Fridays! The Bookstore also has an awesome Christmas sale every year.
Slippery Rock has four traditions: Rub The Rock: It is said that on the way to a test, speech, whatever it may be if you stop in the quad and rub the rock you will have good luck. Hello Tradition: This tradition is saying a simple hello to everyone you pass on campus, and anywhere that you are. A simple hello and and smile to someone passing by could really brighten their day! Green and White Fridays: This shows school pride, every friday it is asked that you wear your school gear or green and white! Fight Song and Alma mater: These are sung at games and special events. These songs are another representation of Slippery Rock school spirit.
I am very involved at Slippery Rock. I am in FLSP, Green and White Society, and Paranormal Rock. FLSP stands for First-Year Leadership Scholar Program and is a great way to learn and take on leadership roles that will brighten your future. Green and White Society members are your school's student ambassadors; we work closely with the president, alumni, and student government. We also are well-versed in the history and traditions of the university and are very school-spirited! Paranormal Rock, the university's club that provides students with a chance conduct their own ghost hunts. There are hundreds of clubs and organizations on campus that are amazing. They provide an opportunity to make new friends, break out of your shell, and open new doors to the future.
The campus feels like home. I am never nervous or scared on campus. The university has help boxes all across campus that are in place for anyone who would ever need assistance or feel unsafe.