There is a wide range of extracurricular and academic activities for people interested in all things (and if there isn't, you can create a group or petition for the creation of a course in your area of interest). It's pretty expensive, which would be daunting if not for the extremely generous financial aid. There are also many work-study opportunities for those who need it.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If you can, visit the school and get a feel for it. It's really the best way to figure out if it's right for you.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Wes is extremely challenging, academically, but for those who work hard and do what they can to keep up (meet with your dean, talk to your professor during office hours, seek help from a tutor), it's not impossible.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
I really loved living in the dorms. There are a lot of different types of dorms, but the freshman and seniors arguably get the best housing. Even bad housing at Wes (for non-freshman) is still a sizeable guaranteed single room with access to a kitchen, laundry, and a common room.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
If you only go to one dining hall, the food options will inevitably get boring after a while. There are two dining halls (Usdan and Summerfields) and other dining options (such as Pi Cafe, Star & Crescent, Red & Black Cafe, and Weshop). At Summerfields, the food selection is constant throughout the year. At Usdan, there are different foods on different days, with a Kosher and Vegan section (along with other sections that rotate and will be available on different days), and there is Brunch on the weekends. The other places have mostly ready-to-go meals, like sandwiches and sushi, except at Weshop, which is a mini grocery store on campus.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
If socializing is your thing, there are a lot of parties, formals, a couple of frats and sororities, music events, student groups, and more to engage in. If you're into sports, you can join one of the official teams or just play a sport for fun, like club volleyball. For those into the arts, there is the Center for the Arts (CFA), which hosts a lot of performances throughout the year. Some are free and some are offered at extremely reduced prices for Wes students. There are music, dance, and art classes available as well.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Not so huge on campus (not being in a sorority or a frat won't kill your social life), but if you're really interested, there are some open for you to join.
There is a wide range of extracurricular and academic activities for people interested in all things (and if there isn't, you can create a group or petition for the creation of a course in your area of interest). It's pretty expensive, which would be daunting if not for the extremely generous financial aid. There are also many work-study opportunities for those who need it.
If you can, visit the school and get a feel for it. It's really the best way to figure out if it's right for you.
Wes is extremely challenging, academically, but for those who work hard and do what they can to keep up (meet with your dean, talk to your professor during office hours, seek help from a tutor), it's not impossible.
I really loved living in the dorms. There are a lot of different types of dorms, but the freshman and seniors arguably get the best housing. Even bad housing at Wes (for non-freshman) is still a sizeable guaranteed single room with access to a kitchen, laundry, and a common room.
If you only go to one dining hall, the food options will inevitably get boring after a while. There are two dining halls (Usdan and Summerfields) and other dining options (such as Pi Cafe, Star & Crescent, Red & Black Cafe, and Weshop). At Summerfields, the food selection is constant throughout the year. At Usdan, there are different foods on different days, with a Kosher and Vegan section (along with other sections that rotate and will be available on different days), and there is Brunch on the weekends. The other places have mostly ready-to-go meals, like sandwiches and sushi, except at Weshop, which is a mini grocery store on campus.
If socializing is your thing, there are a lot of parties, formals, a couple of frats and sororities, music events, student groups, and more to engage in. If you're into sports, you can join one of the official teams or just play a sport for fun, like club volleyball. For those into the arts, there is the Center for the Arts (CFA), which hosts a lot of performances throughout the year. Some are free and some are offered at extremely reduced prices for Wes students. There are music, dance, and art classes available as well.
Not so huge on campus (not being in a sorority or a frat won't kill your social life), but if you're really interested, there are some open for you to join.