Tufts is a community of Global Citizens-- students and faculty who want to make this world a better place from our campus community to the global community. People here each have unique passions that could work to isolate us all; however, Tufts magically connects us all as friends and family, bridging our differences into a sense of admiration and sparking perspective-altering discussions.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Orientation is a whirlwind of meeting hundreds of people, feeling lost, not sleeping and trying to figure out who to eat with. Its crazy and overwhelming. Some people love it and some hate it. Whatever the case may be, it ends, and campus feels much more comfortable--like a home. You will have so many new friends and any familiar face is more than happy to wave back. You get to build your entirely new community from scratch--a unique opportunity. Take advantage of it and talk to anyone, even someone who seems completely opposite to you. You'll probably find yourselves bonding over your love of Harry Potter or Beyonce. Its amazing! Welcome to Tufts!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Tufts is an incredible school with really rigorous classes. However, our professors are friendly and happy to help with anything! They all have designated office hours, however, most will not hesitate to schedule another time that is better for you. We also have many resources for help. And, any and all your friends will be more than happy to help you bounce ideas off them.
Basically, its hard, but doable with the support systems you build.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Okay, so you probably will be living with an entirely new human you have never met, right? Let me say this, its going to be weird, maybe even for a few months. But, you will often find amazing friends in your dorm--even if you and your roommate aren't too close. Most roommate relationships are overall positive, some people don't work out so well, but its really easy to switch up housing if anything is a problem. RA's are wonderful resources, mine was the nicest and most helpful person to just rant to about classes and papers and last minute projects that were stressing me out. We're definitely going to stay friends.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Our food is good--especially the Butternut Squash Bisque. That's to die for!
We also have a lot of theme nights: Mardi Gras, Thanksgiving, Pajama Party (Breakfast for Dinner), Under the Sea, Dim Sum Brunch and many more. We also have regular Stir Fry Nights.
There are also non-dining hall options, we have a few cafes, a to-go/convenience store like spot called Hodgdon, and late night dining at the Commons.
You'll never go hungry. If you do, make sure to order a Blue-Zone from Helen's! You will never regret it.
Tufts is a community of Global Citizens-- students and faculty who want to make this world a better place from our campus community to the global community. People here each have unique passions that could work to isolate us all; however, Tufts magically connects us all as friends and family, bridging our differences into a sense of admiration and sparking perspective-altering discussions.
Orientation is a whirlwind of meeting hundreds of people, feeling lost, not sleeping and trying to figure out who to eat with. Its crazy and overwhelming. Some people love it and some hate it. Whatever the case may be, it ends, and campus feels much more comfortable--like a home. You will have so many new friends and any familiar face is more than happy to wave back. You get to build your entirely new community from scratch--a unique opportunity. Take advantage of it and talk to anyone, even someone who seems completely opposite to you. You'll probably find yourselves bonding over your love of Harry Potter or Beyonce. Its amazing! Welcome to Tufts!
Tufts is an incredible school with really rigorous classes. However, our professors are friendly and happy to help with anything! They all have designated office hours, however, most will not hesitate to schedule another time that is better for you. We also have many resources for help. And, any and all your friends will be more than happy to help you bounce ideas off them. Basically, its hard, but doable with the support systems you build.
Okay, so you probably will be living with an entirely new human you have never met, right? Let me say this, its going to be weird, maybe even for a few months. But, you will often find amazing friends in your dorm--even if you and your roommate aren't too close. Most roommate relationships are overall positive, some people don't work out so well, but its really easy to switch up housing if anything is a problem. RA's are wonderful resources, mine was the nicest and most helpful person to just rant to about classes and papers and last minute projects that were stressing me out. We're definitely going to stay friends.
Our food is good--especially the Butternut Squash Bisque. That's to die for! We also have a lot of theme nights: Mardi Gras, Thanksgiving, Pajama Party (Breakfast for Dinner), Under the Sea, Dim Sum Brunch and many more. We also have regular Stir Fry Nights. There are also non-dining hall options, we have a few cafes, a to-go/convenience store like spot called Hodgdon, and late night dining at the Commons. You'll never go hungry. If you do, make sure to order a Blue-Zone from Helen's! You will never regret it.