the university of kansas offers a quality education while also teaching it's students important life skills. it is a place where one truly has the freedom to explore their interests, and it has all the tools they could possibly need to do so. the university of kansas is a place for growth, community, and spirit.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
new students to the university of kansas should utilize all the tools the college has to offer. there is always someone who's job is to make sure you fully understand your schooling, inside and out. attend extra help lectures for classes, go above and beyond a professors expectations. college is four years of your life, that could make up what happens with the rest of them. study as much as possible, get ahead. it pays off to put all you've got into your work.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
at the university of kansas, due dates, for assignments or exams, are set. for some courses they vary, but for large ones, missing a due date almost always means zero credit. professors expect that as adults in college, you should be able to handle your own schedule, and plan accordingly.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
dorm life is great at this university. it is close to campus, and in a convenient location to the libraries and recreational center. they are clean, safe, and allow you to meet many new people, especially within your first year. the dorms are all very close together, which makes it easy to gain new friends from all over.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
there is a large variety of types of food that this university offers it's students. there's healthy food and junk food, vegetarian options and a wide array of snacks. you can always find a new meal to try at one of the universities many food courts and restaurants. many food places are open twenty-four hours a day, which is great for our late-night studiers.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
besides the hundreds of organizations and clubs the university has to offer, there is also other recreational activities students can get involved in. there is a bowling alley in the student union, and a rec center for maintaining physical fitness, and participating in things from rock climbing and fitness classes, to intramural sports and renting camping gear. getting a all football/basketball sports pass is a must, the basketball games especially are a ton of fun, and can get very expensive otherwise.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
the university of kansas is everything a person could want in a college. it is truly the full package, with the courses, schooling, opportunities and amazing atmosphere at top notch. every penny spent on attending this amazing university is a penny well spent (and the financial aid office will make sure you fully understand exactly what your spending those pennies on).
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
an unusual tradition the university of kansas has is waving the wheat. at football games, when our team scores a touchdown, the entire crowd of fans raise their arms into the air, and wave them to the left and right. when a field goal is scored, the fans do the same thing again, only faster. this is supposed to represent what wheat would look like blowing in the wind, and since every single fan does it, it truly looks amazing.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
the university of kansas is great for the type of student that wants an amazing, life changing education, and all the college spirit and community to go with it. it is for the type of student that drools over the idea of the college experience rather than just getting it over with. the university of kansas is a place for a student that truly wants to be there, and will immerse him or herself in the culture it comes with.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
there is a club for practically everything at the university of kansas. there are hundreds to choose from, and definitely one for every type of student. clubs that have to do with a students intended major are very exciting, because they get you out into your desired field before graduation.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
campus safety is extremely important, and this university makes sure of it. there are emergency phones all over the campus, lit up by a blue light, and every student at orientation is given two numbers to contact a safe ride home should they need it. one is literally called safe-ride. safe-ride is comparative to a free taxi service, but their only duty is to take students home. should a student feel uncomfortable or unfamiliar with the area they are in, safe-ride will pick them up and take them home. there is also safe-bus. this is also a free service provided by the university. there are many bus routes that constantly run in and out of the campus area. they, just like safe-ride, are no questions asked, and will safely drop students off at their desired location.
the university of kansas offers a quality education while also teaching it's students important life skills. it is a place where one truly has the freedom to explore their interests, and it has all the tools they could possibly need to do so. the university of kansas is a place for growth, community, and spirit.
new students to the university of kansas should utilize all the tools the college has to offer. there is always someone who's job is to make sure you fully understand your schooling, inside and out. attend extra help lectures for classes, go above and beyond a professors expectations. college is four years of your life, that could make up what happens with the rest of them. study as much as possible, get ahead. it pays off to put all you've got into your work.
at the university of kansas, due dates, for assignments or exams, are set. for some courses they vary, but for large ones, missing a due date almost always means zero credit. professors expect that as adults in college, you should be able to handle your own schedule, and plan accordingly.
dorm life is great at this university. it is close to campus, and in a convenient location to the libraries and recreational center. they are clean, safe, and allow you to meet many new people, especially within your first year. the dorms are all very close together, which makes it easy to gain new friends from all over.
there is a large variety of types of food that this university offers it's students. there's healthy food and junk food, vegetarian options and a wide array of snacks. you can always find a new meal to try at one of the universities many food courts and restaurants. many food places are open twenty-four hours a day, which is great for our late-night studiers.
besides the hundreds of organizations and clubs the university has to offer, there is also other recreational activities students can get involved in. there is a bowling alley in the student union, and a rec center for maintaining physical fitness, and participating in things from rock climbing and fitness classes, to intramural sports and renting camping gear. getting a all football/basketball sports pass is a must, the basketball games especially are a ton of fun, and can get very expensive otherwise.
the university of kansas is everything a person could want in a college. it is truly the full package, with the courses, schooling, opportunities and amazing atmosphere at top notch. every penny spent on attending this amazing university is a penny well spent (and the financial aid office will make sure you fully understand exactly what your spending those pennies on).
an unusual tradition the university of kansas has is waving the wheat. at football games, when our team scores a touchdown, the entire crowd of fans raise their arms into the air, and wave them to the left and right. when a field goal is scored, the fans do the same thing again, only faster. this is supposed to represent what wheat would look like blowing in the wind, and since every single fan does it, it truly looks amazing.
the university of kansas is great for the type of student that wants an amazing, life changing education, and all the college spirit and community to go with it. it is for the type of student that drools over the idea of the college experience rather than just getting it over with. the university of kansas is a place for a student that truly wants to be there, and will immerse him or herself in the culture it comes with.
there is a club for practically everything at the university of kansas. there are hundreds to choose from, and definitely one for every type of student. clubs that have to do with a students intended major are very exciting, because they get you out into your desired field before graduation.
campus safety is extremely important, and this university makes sure of it. there are emergency phones all over the campus, lit up by a blue light, and every student at orientation is given two numbers to contact a safe ride home should they need it. one is literally called safe-ride. safe-ride is comparative to a free taxi service, but their only duty is to take students home. should a student feel uncomfortable or unfamiliar with the area they are in, safe-ride will pick them up and take them home. there is also safe-bus. this is also a free service provided by the university. there are many bus routes that constantly run in and out of the campus area. they, just like safe-ride, are no questions asked, and will safely drop students off at their desired location.