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It's an okay school, with alot of different attractions. Many places to eat out and hang out. But sometimes it's hard to find a quiet place to study and be alone.

The best thing about Ball State is the relationship between students and professors. Every professor I have had has genuinely cared about whether or not I understood the material and they are always willing to help as long as you communicate with them. I think the small class sizes is a huge part of making this relationship possible. While I love Ball State, the residents of Muncie do not have a very high opinion of the students. it's because of this that there isn't much of a "college town"; the town and the college don't really mesh very well. When you're a student at Ball State, you are a part of huge community that has tons of tiny sub-communities. There are so many different things available for students to get involved with.

Stereotypical would not be a word I would use to describe Ball State University. We have a well diverse group of students who are all striving to achieve their goals and move onto the next steps into their lives. Ball State University has a population of about 20,000 students and of course their are friend groups. However, one of the qualities of our campus is it doesn't really matter how you look or dress everyone is friendly and willing to hang out with each other. I personally will say in my friend group there are jocks, frat boys, stoners, sorority girls, hipsters, and club bangers but we all love to hang out with each other. Each person brings a unique aspect to my friend circle.

My overall opinion is that Ball State is the perfect school for me because (to me) it is the perfect size and there are so many opportunities to get involved. I spend a lot of my time in the library and in the university's Student Center. Ball State is the main part of Muncie and the most well-known part of Muncie. The administration at Ball State is organized and, for the most part, I believe they handle situations very well. Being a larger university, there is a lot of school pride. One of the major issues on the Ball State campus is regarding Parking Services. The parking is a hassle and inconvenience, but other than that there aren't many things I would complain about concerning Ball State. I have experienced so many amazing moments over the years and am positive that there will be more to come. Being involved in the Greek community is one of the best experiences I've ever had and I am so fortunate to have made so many life-long companions and made memories that I will never forget. I have not only become a better leader, but have grown as an individual and matured in numerous ways. I would recommend Ball State to anyone. There are so many organizations to get involved with and there is always something going on.

Ball State University has a great campus. Although we are not a big school, we are not small either; that middle playing ground allows you as an individual to decide which way you want the school to work for you. There are enough people here that you are able to make it feel larger, if that is what suits you, or get to know a tight-knit group of people that allows you to have a small-school feel. BSU itself has a beautiful campus all-year round. Once you get off-campus, there is still safety and security, but you will quickly learn that the common rule is not to go to the other side of the tracks. This area of Muncie is not always the safest place to be, but it is an easy area to avoid. Also, many people say that Ball State has great food compared to other campuses - which is always a plus!

My experience at Ball State has been amazing. Ball State is always changing and developing in every discipline. Every department is doing something innovative. In my opinion, Ball State is the perfect size. It's not too big and not too small. Most classes are less than 30 people. The largest class I've been in was a core class, and it had 100 students. Even in that large of a class, we all had direct access to the professor. Core classes are usually larger because everyone is required to take them. Once you are in your major courses, the classroom size is much smaller. I spend most of my time on campus in the dorm, in Bracken Library, and in the many dining halls. The only thing I would change would be Muncie itself. Though Muncie has it's highlights, it isn't much of a college town compared to many of the others in Indiana. I haven't met this school's administration, but this school runs on a business model. There have been a lot of cutbacks recently, but that isn't their fault. I love the odd locations on campus like the naked lady, benny, the whisper wall, frog baby, the scramble light, and the fly swatter. The most frequent student complaint is about bike lanes. The campus doesn't have any at the moment, but with a large amount of people complaining, I'm sure they'll fix that soon.

I absolutely love Ball State. There are very many kind people and those who aren't kind, aren't an issue. It is nice that everything is so close. It makes me feel close to my peers and educators. At the same time, however, we get the same touring Broadway shows and lecturers as Purdue and IU. The only thing I would change would be the location. Winter weather can get pretty gloomy in Muncie, IN.

DO NOT GO TO THIS SCHOOL, especially if you're going into the art department, and definitely if you plan on doing Animation. The school is financially insecure, the classes are over booked, and you'd be lucky to get out in under 4 years. The head of the Art department, Barbara Giorgio, plays favorites. Which is good if she likes you, but if you'd don't agree with her, be in school wise or just agreeing with the media she enjoys, you'll have semester to look forward to of getting kicked out of the classes you need, backed with with bullsh*t excuses. I had to change my major because she refused to let me take my classes, but gladly handed them out to other students. And still, she makes random excuses about why I cannot take classes that are on the suggested plan of study that she claims to follow to a tee. I plan on transferring at the end of the semester. Hurray for thousands of dollars down the drain!