State University of New York at Plattsburgh

State University of New York at Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh, NY, USA
Public
4 Year

Jenny's Review

Review of State University of New York at Plattsburgh

from Brooklyn, NY

Describe your college in three sentences.

suny plattsburgh is a well known college for education and business as well as other majors and was one of the first colleges to be accredited. the populated town allows a wide variety of diversity among students. it is also a great opportunity to visit canada as it is so close and learn of another countries' history and culture.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

first year students and transfer-ins should try to get involved as soon as possible. there are great ways to meet many people; join clubs, volunteer, and participate in dorm life. time management is very important in between classes, assignments, clubs, and having a social life. balanced correctly and it'll be a great college experience for you here!

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

the academic curriculum is not easy or difficult. it really depends on the student and how hard they are willing to work for their grades. professors are extremely helpful here and there are extra tutoring lessons provided.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

the dorms are a great way to meet people, especially riding up and down the elevator everyday with the same people. dorm activities allow people from different schedule and different backgrounds to really mingle and chat. experiencing dorm life allows people to live with others and become exposed to new cultures.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

at suny plattsburgh, there are several dining halls and late night places to eat at. the food is always fresh, buffet style, and even a semi-formal restaurant served by students. food includes various styles and ethnicity to share with.

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

the student activity association creates many events on campus for students to join in and share with. events include game night, movie night, bingo, and many activities every week or so. the association and clubs also host musical events, performances, and so much more.

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

besides campus life, the town offers a lot of fun ways to enjoy the weekend. students can go hiking, snowboarding, go downtown to hang out with friends. the location of the college also allows students to travel to montreal and vermont and learn about the culture and important values of the people.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

a lot of the buildings are interconnected, allowing students to shave time off from walking along distance. there are short bridges, stairs, and elevators going in several directions, allowing students to determine on their own how long it takes to get to class and offices.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

students with high gpa can join honor societies and those with a sports background can join teams. the college offers varsity basketball, hockey, tennis, track and so many other sports.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

there are many clubs to choose from. it varies from environmental friendly to the korean association to the international marketing club. each club is given a budget to create activities to promote their club and really share with the rest of the students.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

there are many fraternities and sororities to choose from. greek life can be the place to make your closest friends and meet many students from different areas and from similar majors. it is another option besides joining clubs and attending activities and a great way to show your creativity.

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

on campus, there is a university police as well as blue lights for students to press should they be in trouble. they patrol every night and keep the peace in order and quiet. they arrive promptly and are helpful in every way possible.