Small enough to have a community feel, large enough to have plenty of opportunities. Numerous organizations and clubs to get involved in. Great academics.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Don't slack off once you get here. It's tempting to do, but not doing homework and not attending class only hurts you in the end. Make a habit of using lists, planners, or calendars of some sort. It will come in handy once the classes start picking up speed. Keep an open mind. Get involved in organizations and clubs, it will help with the transition to college, and you will make friends.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Classes tend to be slow for a couple days at the beginning of a semester, but then they dive right into the coursework. There is more out of class time in college than in high school. Remember that for every hour you are in class, you will probably need to study for three hours out of class.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
All of the dorm buildings are nice, even though none of the rooms in the dorms have air conditioning. Bender and Dancer have carpeting. Upperclass housing includes Shull hall, ROTH (residence on the hill), and the new Panther Village. Each residence hall or apartment setting has RA's and they plan a lot of activities for the house residents, including movie nights and house dinners.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
SO many options to choose from. You can go to the traditional dining centers, the Piazza and the Rialto, or you can go to Mauker Union if you're craving iced coffee, Chinese, or to-go snacks. There are a couple of markets located on campus as well.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are many clubs and organizations to get involved with. There is something for everyone. the CAB, Campus Activities Board, host many events, such as movie nights. College Square Mall, Crossroads Mall, and downtown Cedar Falls are just short bus trips away.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
It's not too bad. Pretty average for public colleges, but once you get here you notice how much your tuition pays for.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Campaniling is the first that comes to mind. It's a tradition that has been passed down through the classes since the Campanile was built. It's a homecoming tradition, and at midnight, you are supposed to stand under the Campanile and kiss your significant other. It is said that if you don't, a brick will fly off and hit you. ;)
Which types of students will excel at your college?
UNI is known for being a great school for secondary education majors, but I think it could suit almost anybody.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
A lot of options for students. I guarantee that there is a group for everyone on campus. The clubs are active and inviting. There are a lot of activities as well, movie nights being one of the most popular.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Greek life isn't a very big deal here, but it's still there and is noticeable.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
I feel very safe walking around on campus. I have had to walk alone at night on campus, and each time I have felt very safe. However, if there is ever an instance where someone doesn't feel safe, there are blue emergency signals all around campus, and you can also get safe rides at night.
Small enough to have a community feel, large enough to have plenty of opportunities. Numerous organizations and clubs to get involved in. Great academics.
Don't slack off once you get here. It's tempting to do, but not doing homework and not attending class only hurts you in the end. Make a habit of using lists, planners, or calendars of some sort. It will come in handy once the classes start picking up speed. Keep an open mind. Get involved in organizations and clubs, it will help with the transition to college, and you will make friends.
Classes tend to be slow for a couple days at the beginning of a semester, but then they dive right into the coursework. There is more out of class time in college than in high school. Remember that for every hour you are in class, you will probably need to study for three hours out of class.
All of the dorm buildings are nice, even though none of the rooms in the dorms have air conditioning. Bender and Dancer have carpeting. Upperclass housing includes Shull hall, ROTH (residence on the hill), and the new Panther Village. Each residence hall or apartment setting has RA's and they plan a lot of activities for the house residents, including movie nights and house dinners.
SO many options to choose from. You can go to the traditional dining centers, the Piazza and the Rialto, or you can go to Mauker Union if you're craving iced coffee, Chinese, or to-go snacks. There are a couple of markets located on campus as well.
There are many clubs and organizations to get involved with. There is something for everyone. the CAB, Campus Activities Board, host many events, such as movie nights. College Square Mall, Crossroads Mall, and downtown Cedar Falls are just short bus trips away.
It's not too bad. Pretty average for public colleges, but once you get here you notice how much your tuition pays for.
Campaniling is the first that comes to mind. It's a tradition that has been passed down through the classes since the Campanile was built. It's a homecoming tradition, and at midnight, you are supposed to stand under the Campanile and kiss your significant other. It is said that if you don't, a brick will fly off and hit you. ;)
UNI is known for being a great school for secondary education majors, but I think it could suit almost anybody.
A lot of options for students. I guarantee that there is a group for everyone on campus. The clubs are active and inviting. There are a lot of activities as well, movie nights being one of the most popular.
Greek life isn't a very big deal here, but it's still there and is noticeable.
I feel very safe walking around on campus. I have had to walk alone at night on campus, and each time I have felt very safe. However, if there is ever an instance where someone doesn't feel safe, there are blue emergency signals all around campus, and you can also get safe rides at night.