Elizabeth
PURPLE PRIDE / SADER NATION!!! Worcester = not so hot, but what can you do? Providence is half an hour away, as is Boston. Shrewsbury street is ideal for when parents or visitors are in town. The vibe on campus is incredibly upbeat and friendly, you never walk into a building without the person before you holding the door open, and turning around yourself to hold the door open for the person behind you. When you pass a familiar face or a completely new one in the hallway you smile. You may have just failed your philosophy quiz, but you're still going to say hi.
Casey
I am absolutely in love with Holy Cross. I enjoy the Jesuit teachings and am inspired by "men and women for others." The students are smart, classy, nice, and a majority, have good heads on their shoulders. I feel as if I know everyone, but I meet someone new every day. For the most part, my professors have been brilliant and easy to talk to--I often have coffee with them and have gone to dinner at their homes. As an added bonus, the campus is gorgeous.
Tara
Best thing about Holy Cross: THe students! Everyone here is so friendly and outgoing, it's easy to feel a part of any social group... there are no real "cliques" and you can easily walk into any party, club or dorm and feel totally welcome.
One thing I'd change: The Gym... it needs to be a LOT bigger.
School size: I'd say it's just the right size. Small enough for small classes (no classes over 50) but large enough to pack the basketball stadium.
How do people react?: Generally, impressed... it's a competitive school to be accepted into, and it has a reputation for excellent.
Time on Campus: Most time on campus is spent in the dorms... people leave their doors open and come by to hang out, watch the game on tv, chat about the comedian in the campus center last night, etc.
College town: Worcester is a huge city (2nd largest in New England), but unlike Boston it's not the most beautiful city around and it's not necessary easy to find what you're looking for. But if you're willing to look hard enough, it provides so many opportunities for culture, dining, volunteer work, internships, etc.
HC Administration: They really care about what students think; student reps are on virtually every Administrative Committee on campus (they have a say in which professors get tenured, on campus construction, etc.)
School pride: Also known as purple pride -- yes there is a lot and it's contagious!