the college of william and mary is: quirky. i have met some of the most amazing, down-to-earth people here; kindness and humor is emphasized, and academic passion is a must. college is what you make of it but w&m will be more than happy to meet you half way!!! :)
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
who are you down to your toes and that squishy part between your ribcage and gallbladder? for my application essay, i wrote about how i used to hate my name because it's different/cultural/ergo weird but how, through reading and writing and general growing-up, i came to love my name and all that it represents. what's your flavor? what do you dream about? in your applications show don't tell who you are with anecdotes/stories about things that make you tick, things that have changed you. be honest, funny and quirky.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
w&m is no joke! make friends with your professors, do your work/reading, study ahead of time and you will be fine. better time management = more free time = less stress = more fun! you learn that in college ;)
Describe the dorm life at your college.
average dorms (mold, cockroaches in the summer, no ac in some) but the people there are amazing. if you want strong friendships for life then opt for a small dorm freshman year. the housing lottery sucks so maybe look at special housing one year!
Describe the food and dining at your college.
average--three and a half stars. sadler (central dining) is the best and sometimes they do a great job but the meats are iffy...salad bar/pizza is excellent. the caf is crap (i have maybe two friends that like it) and marketplace is pretty good (they have an excellent deli section/veggie burger...) wish they had organic options though...
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
go to colonial williamsburg (cw)! (i'm an old/quiet soul so i like walking around/people watching/going to shops with friends/going to the williamsburg library...it's a very picturesque setting). fun really happens when you're hanging out with friends and someone says, hey! does anyone want to____? (fill in the blank with go see a shakespeare play, go stargazing at lake matoaka, go off campus and watch a movie, etc). i've been to some great college parties (implication?) hosted by upperclassmen friends (i don't drink but i have fun anyway and never feel pressured to drink...) the frats have dance parties, but i've heard it's rank nasty sometimes...i love dancing but i've never been to the frats. you'll just have to see for yourself, i guess!
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
sucks for out-of-state students, great deal for in-state...very high-quality school overall :)
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
colonial williamsburg events (during winter it looks adorable!) and wawa runs (for snacks).
Which types of students will excel at your college?
nerdy, quirky, funny, adventurous; must value education and positive friendship above all!!!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
i am vp of club tennis and it is amazing and awesome and marvelous i've met some of my best friends through the club, and i know many people have similar experiences with other sports clubs. we got fourth place in sectionals and are going to nationals in april.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
about a third of people are in frats. it's not a big deal if you are/aren't; it's not really a huge status change if you are/aren't. people are very down-to-earth here. frats/sororities are a good way to meet a crap ton of people but at the same time rush/general events take a crap ton of time. there are also stereotypes associated with each one so just be aware--i don't really judge based on that, so whatever floats your boat!
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
very safe campus! very trusting, close-knit environment. we leave our keys/ids/wallets/phones on tables to reserve them at mealtimes, i've lost my id and had it returned twice, etc. etc. that said, our professors accuse us of being a bit too trusting and there have been some incidences with stealing in the past (bikes and textbooks especially for some reason). don't be an idiot but don't worry, basically.
the college of william and mary is: quirky. i have met some of the most amazing, down-to-earth people here; kindness and humor is emphasized, and academic passion is a must. college is what you make of it but w&m will be more than happy to meet you half way!!! :)
who are you down to your toes and that squishy part between your ribcage and gallbladder? for my application essay, i wrote about how i used to hate my name because it's different/cultural/ergo weird but how, through reading and writing and general growing-up, i came to love my name and all that it represents. what's your flavor? what do you dream about? in your applications show don't tell who you are with anecdotes/stories about things that make you tick, things that have changed you. be honest, funny and quirky.
w&m is no joke! make friends with your professors, do your work/reading, study ahead of time and you will be fine. better time management = more free time = less stress = more fun! you learn that in college ;)
average dorms (mold, cockroaches in the summer, no ac in some) but the people there are amazing. if you want strong friendships for life then opt for a small dorm freshman year. the housing lottery sucks so maybe look at special housing one year!
average--three and a half stars. sadler (central dining) is the best and sometimes they do a great job but the meats are iffy...salad bar/pizza is excellent. the caf is crap (i have maybe two friends that like it) and marketplace is pretty good (they have an excellent deli section/veggie burger...) wish they had organic options though...
go to colonial williamsburg (cw)! (i'm an old/quiet soul so i like walking around/people watching/going to shops with friends/going to the williamsburg library...it's a very picturesque setting). fun really happens when you're hanging out with friends and someone says, hey! does anyone want to____? (fill in the blank with go see a shakespeare play, go stargazing at lake matoaka, go off campus and watch a movie, etc). i've been to some great college parties (implication?) hosted by upperclassmen friends (i don't drink but i have fun anyway and never feel pressured to drink...) the frats have dance parties, but i've heard it's rank nasty sometimes...i love dancing but i've never been to the frats. you'll just have to see for yourself, i guess!
sucks for out-of-state students, great deal for in-state...very high-quality school overall :)
colonial williamsburg events (during winter it looks adorable!) and wawa runs (for snacks).
nerdy, quirky, funny, adventurous; must value education and positive friendship above all!!!
i am vp of club tennis and it is amazing and awesome and marvelous i've met some of my best friends through the club, and i know many people have similar experiences with other sports clubs. we got fourth place in sectionals and are going to nationals in april.
about a third of people are in frats. it's not a big deal if you are/aren't; it's not really a huge status change if you are/aren't. people are very down-to-earth here. frats/sororities are a good way to meet a crap ton of people but at the same time rush/general events take a crap ton of time. there are also stereotypes associated with each one so just be aware--i don't really judge based on that, so whatever floats your boat!
very safe campus! very trusting, close-knit environment. we leave our keys/ids/wallets/phones on tables to reserve them at mealtimes, i've lost my id and had it returned twice, etc. etc. that said, our professors accuse us of being a bit too trusting and there have been some incidences with stealing in the past (bikes and textbooks especially for some reason). don't be an idiot but don't worry, basically.