Texas Southern University is an emerging university that provides an intimate and unique learning environment. The campus is home to several state-of-the-art facilities, accomplished faculty, and ambitious students. In my opinion, it's definitely one of the premiere HBCUs in the nation.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Write down yearly goals of what you'll like to accomplish during your tenure at TSU (post it on your wall to keep you focus). Utilize the writing lab on campus to quickly upgrade your writing skills from a high school level to a collegiate level. Be friendly, keep a smile, and don't try to impress people .... you're not going to be friends with everyone but it's good practice to be social b/c you actually might develop long-term friendships, find your soul mate, or make valuable connections.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
I spent many hours studying and doing homework. I felt challenged which says a lot b/c I thought I wouldn't be considering I came from such a rigorous high school.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
I stayed in an apartment on campus and I was very comfortable. My only issue was parking ... sometimes getting back late I would have to park across the street. I recommend you stay in either Tierwester, UC, Savoy, or the brand new dorm hall.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
I never went in the cafeteria since I had a kitchen but I don't recall hearing bad things.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Luckily TSU isn't in the middle of the country or a boring medium sized city like most universities. Houston is a huge playground ... there's so many cool things to do. You have the Galleria, Aquarium, Museum District, professional sports, Discovery Green, Downtown, Rice Village, Bayou Place, The Woodlands etc. And there's Galveston Beach within a hour, it has many interesting activities to cure your boredom and curiosity.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Despite the increase in tuition recently, TSU is still very affordable compared to most schools. Plus there are plenty of scholarships available to help deserving students in need
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The Tiger Walk/Student Center is the heart of campus life.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Total waste of time and a distraction on campus. The greek system is designed for insecure people of weak character and an identity crisis. I encourage everyone to seek membership in organizations outside greek for community service, improving your resume, and meeting other students .... there's dozens. I have zero respect for the greek system b/c of mountains of evidence proving they're divisive, problematic, regressive, and immature. The truly progressive, cool & unique people are not greek.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
You have to use common sense especially if you never lived in a big inner city. Try to stay away from Cuney Homes right outside campus, try to walk in packs at night, lock your car door at all times, do not walk to the corner store at night, and if you ever see too many shady characters go the other way or go home.
Texas Southern University is an emerging university that provides an intimate and unique learning environment. The campus is home to several state-of-the-art facilities, accomplished faculty, and ambitious students. In my opinion, it's definitely one of the premiere HBCUs in the nation.
Write down yearly goals of what you'll like to accomplish during your tenure at TSU (post it on your wall to keep you focus). Utilize the writing lab on campus to quickly upgrade your writing skills from a high school level to a collegiate level. Be friendly, keep a smile, and don't try to impress people .... you're not going to be friends with everyone but it's good practice to be social b/c you actually might develop long-term friendships, find your soul mate, or make valuable connections.
I spent many hours studying and doing homework. I felt challenged which says a lot b/c I thought I wouldn't be considering I came from such a rigorous high school.
I stayed in an apartment on campus and I was very comfortable. My only issue was parking ... sometimes getting back late I would have to park across the street. I recommend you stay in either Tierwester, UC, Savoy, or the brand new dorm hall.
I never went in the cafeteria since I had a kitchen but I don't recall hearing bad things.
Luckily TSU isn't in the middle of the country or a boring medium sized city like most universities. Houston is a huge playground ... there's so many cool things to do. You have the Galleria, Aquarium, Museum District, professional sports, Discovery Green, Downtown, Rice Village, Bayou Place, The Woodlands etc. And there's Galveston Beach within a hour, it has many interesting activities to cure your boredom and curiosity.
Despite the increase in tuition recently, TSU is still very affordable compared to most schools. Plus there are plenty of scholarships available to help deserving students in need
The Tiger Walk/Student Center is the heart of campus life.
Total waste of time and a distraction on campus. The greek system is designed for insecure people of weak character and an identity crisis. I encourage everyone to seek membership in organizations outside greek for community service, improving your resume, and meeting other students .... there's dozens. I have zero respect for the greek system b/c of mountains of evidence proving they're divisive, problematic, regressive, and immature. The truly progressive, cool & unique people are not greek.
You have to use common sense especially if you never lived in a big inner city. Try to stay away from Cuney Homes right outside campus, try to walk in packs at night, lock your car door at all times, do not walk to the corner store at night, and if you ever see too many shady characters go the other way or go home.