We're nicknames UC Summer Camp, UC Strong Calves, all for a reason. Absolutely beautiful campus, the atmosphere and views are incredible, and even if the you're not too much of a nature freak, the city and the beach are only a 20 minute bus ride away.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
You are going to have so much free time in college, it's crazy, join clubs, sports, go out and explore! there's so much to do, so go out and do it!!!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
These are college classes, there are absolutely going to be different than what you're used to, but these classes aren't difficult, there doable, the syllabus is there for a reason, and yes you should attend your lectures
Describe the dorm life at your college.
I live in the newest dorms, so my experience may be a bit different (i've heard there's spiders in oakes lol) the rooms are decently sized, but unlike most colleges, a majority of students live in triples rather than doubles, (yup, 3 to a room, rather than just you and a roommate) Now, this isn't a terrible end of the world type of situation, having two roommates isn't so bad, I like it!
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Starts off great, they truly try to impress you, then it sort of starts to go down hill. It isn't terrible, but it does get a little tiring. There's a station that will always have pizza, and the panini station and salad bars are always open, others range from pastas, to indian food, a wide variety throughout the week. The latest dining hall closes at 11 (College 9 & 10)
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Downtown is only a 20 minute bus ride away, so if city life and shopping is your thing, hop on any of the metro buses. last stop will take you straight to downtown! Also a bus ride away is the beach, a bit colder than the socal beaches I'm used to, but still all the beauty and the fun. If that still doesn't call to go, there's a million places to explore on the campus, secret forest trails (that get you to class faster), the treehouse, the porter caves, the carousel, ect! exploring and hiking are my absolute favorites.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Now this definitely on a student's financial status, it is a UC, ranking it the more expensive universities in California, with financial aid, and outside scholarships, it's definitely possible to make it affordable!!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
It took about 8 weeks for me to hear about this one: banana slugs roam around the campus, they especially abundant during the rainy season (what other schools have their mascot chilling around campus?) Apparently, the first banana slug you see, you kiss!! other wise you don't graduate on time, kind of a superstition, but seems like fun to participate in.
And of course there's First Rain (the naked run). Rules: It has to be a school day(M-F), it has to constantly rain between the hours 6-10, it starts at porter college, run naked, or half naked, or fully clothed, have fun!!
Locations on campus: Explore!!! there are sooooo many places to find, the carousel, the treehouse, porter caves, eden's garden, won't tell you where they are, that takes away all the fun!!
Which types of students will excel at your college?
outdoorsy and adventure seeking,
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
From welcome week to finals week, there are so many fun activities planned. During welcome week I played heads up with strangers (who are now some of my favorite friends), karaoked, played twister, made tye dye shirts and so much more. For finals week my breaks were spent petting dogs, making smoothies, and face masks! I didn't even get to include all the activities in between!!
The clubs are great, there are so many, seriously, no complaining about how you couldn't find the right club to fit into. There are two club fairs during welcome week, go have fun (:
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
I haven't been very involved any greek life, so don't take my word on all of this! but there isn't much of it, majority of greek houses are off campus. There are lots of options to join so many different ones!!
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Ok so I don't think many other campuses deal with mountain lions sightings, so I decided to rank this a little on the low side. When these sightings do occur, were notified with text messages, emails, and phones calls to stay away from the area. Safety isn't too much of an issue, I've definitely went out for walks at 2am and actually felt totally safe!
We're nicknames UC Summer Camp, UC Strong Calves, all for a reason. Absolutely beautiful campus, the atmosphere and views are incredible, and even if the you're not too much of a nature freak, the city and the beach are only a 20 minute bus ride away.
You are going to have so much free time in college, it's crazy, join clubs, sports, go out and explore! there's so much to do, so go out and do it!!!
These are college classes, there are absolutely going to be different than what you're used to, but these classes aren't difficult, there doable, the syllabus is there for a reason, and yes you should attend your lectures
I live in the newest dorms, so my experience may be a bit different (i've heard there's spiders in oakes lol) the rooms are decently sized, but unlike most colleges, a majority of students live in triples rather than doubles, (yup, 3 to a room, rather than just you and a roommate) Now, this isn't a terrible end of the world type of situation, having two roommates isn't so bad, I like it!
Starts off great, they truly try to impress you, then it sort of starts to go down hill. It isn't terrible, but it does get a little tiring. There's a station that will always have pizza, and the panini station and salad bars are always open, others range from pastas, to indian food, a wide variety throughout the week. The latest dining hall closes at 11 (College 9 & 10)
Downtown is only a 20 minute bus ride away, so if city life and shopping is your thing, hop on any of the metro buses. last stop will take you straight to downtown! Also a bus ride away is the beach, a bit colder than the socal beaches I'm used to, but still all the beauty and the fun. If that still doesn't call to go, there's a million places to explore on the campus, secret forest trails (that get you to class faster), the treehouse, the porter caves, the carousel, ect! exploring and hiking are my absolute favorites.
Now this definitely on a student's financial status, it is a UC, ranking it the more expensive universities in California, with financial aid, and outside scholarships, it's definitely possible to make it affordable!!
It took about 8 weeks for me to hear about this one: banana slugs roam around the campus, they especially abundant during the rainy season (what other schools have their mascot chilling around campus?) Apparently, the first banana slug you see, you kiss!! other wise you don't graduate on time, kind of a superstition, but seems like fun to participate in. And of course there's First Rain (the naked run). Rules: It has to be a school day(M-F), it has to constantly rain between the hours 6-10, it starts at porter college, run naked, or half naked, or fully clothed, have fun!! Locations on campus: Explore!!! there are sooooo many places to find, the carousel, the treehouse, porter caves, eden's garden, won't tell you where they are, that takes away all the fun!!
outdoorsy and adventure seeking,
From welcome week to finals week, there are so many fun activities planned. During welcome week I played heads up with strangers (who are now some of my favorite friends), karaoked, played twister, made tye dye shirts and so much more. For finals week my breaks were spent petting dogs, making smoothies, and face masks! I didn't even get to include all the activities in between!! The clubs are great, there are so many, seriously, no complaining about how you couldn't find the right club to fit into. There are two club fairs during welcome week, go have fun (:
I haven't been very involved any greek life, so don't take my word on all of this! but there isn't much of it, majority of greek houses are off campus. There are lots of options to join so many different ones!!
Ok so I don't think many other campuses deal with mountain lions sightings, so I decided to rank this a little on the low side. When these sightings do occur, were notified with text messages, emails, and phones calls to stay away from the area. Safety isn't too much of an issue, I've definitely went out for walks at 2am and actually felt totally safe!