Florida State University Top Questions

I've got to say, I love this school. Lets start with the good things. I'm in love with our campus. Even though it's huge, it's got a very homey feel to it. Every campus building (with the exception of a very few) are made from brick, or at least appear to be from the outside. Something about that aesthetic really pleases the eye. You get a very "traditional" sense from it. Also, I love the landscape of the campus. One of my favorite spots would be Landis-green. It is a central spot on campus; it's just a big field with a cool fountain in the middle. People go out there, especially when the weather gets nice, to play frisbee, read a book, or even just lay out and soak up the sun. To say the least, we have a pretty campus. One thing about the school that I don't necessarily enjoy is the amount of people. I'm an English major, so I don't have to worry too much about huge lecture hall classes, but they're out there, and they could potentially bore the hell out of you. But then again, that could just be how my brain works, I function better in non-lecture classes, or in more intimate environments.

I love Florida State. My favorite thing about it is that there is always something to do and you meet someone new every day. The one thing that I would change about FSU would be that we need a Chick-Fil-A on campus, then this would really be the perfect school. I chose FSU because of its size. I love having those huge lecture classes where you don't really know anyone but then walking over to a class that has 25 people in it and you are all best friends. The size is so diverse. We have so many kids on such a compact campus and you still manage to meet someone new every day. I grew up in a Gator house-hold, so when I tell people I go to this school, they are shocked. I chose FSU because of the campus and the people who I met here. The students at FSU bleed Garnet and Gold. Game Day is one of the funnest times you will have here at Florida State. There is not one person who isn't wearing garnet and gold and everyone is pumped to cheer on our team. I will always remember my first Game Day. I was walking around the stadium with my friends seeing all of the alumni, young and old, decked out in garnet and gold. There was a little boy who was in an indian costume and he asked me to play football with him. He said "I'm going to be the next FSU quarter back," he couldn't have been more than five and I will be watching for him to be the next quarterback.

While Florida State has quite a few students, I find that it is easy to find your place at school. One of the best things about Florida State is it's placement; it's not just a college town. In Tallahassee, one may visit several museums (including one on campus!) as well at the state capitol. Clearly, students who want to make a difference, especially politically, can do so easily here. The physical look of Florida State is also amazing. The brick and spanish moss truly make it feel like what college should be.

FSU can be such a large school, that you feel like you're drowning in a sea of students. One of my main problems with this school is that there is not enough parking. Not every student can live close to campus, on the bus routes, or bike, and not being able to attend your classes because you can't find parking is a big determining factor for when and where the classes you chose should be. I wish someone told me this when I was deciding where to go. Even though this is a big school, I feel that the advisers do care about you, even though there are arbitrary requirements set in place. The library is great place to go on a computer, whether you want to mess around or write a paper, but yet again, you may have a hard time finding a computer. If you're looking for a one on one experience, FSU may not be the place for you. However, if you search for the right major and department, there are people willing to help sculpt your education and lead you to your accomplishments. At FSU, this just takes a little searching.

FSU's campus is not too big, but not too small. There is a lot of school spirit, especially when it comes to football games. We have the best college football tradition out there.

My overall opinion of FSU is positive. It's a small campus but the school offers many different programs and opportunities within those. I would, however, change the parking situation. It makes school more frustrating when actually being able to get to class is an issue. There are, however, many buses that go over most of the inner city. When I tell people I go to Florida State, they are usually mildly impressed, although there are some who find it a big accomplishment, and others who sneer because they go to the rival UF. It's a good state college, a good place for science research and a better arts program. In the state of Florida, FSU would be the best option for the arts and a increasingly better one for science. For this reason, there is a lot of school pride. General apathy prevails among the arts majors, but on game day everyone shows up. The city gets taken by storm for home games, with people tailgating at seven a.m. for night games. The town itself has quite a bit to offer, especially if you're mobile. There's the grungy main street, the cute college ghetto homes, and further out there are nice areas like Midtown, the Capital, and Lake Ella where the adults' cash has ensured fine dining and nice scenery. There are many clubs, most 18+. There is a party scene if you want, and many coffee shops as well, including one that's open 24 hours. The school's administration is good for the size. It's easy to find someone to answer your question, but you will be on hold with the financial aid office during dispersion. They have always been helpful to me, and there are opportunities within the administration - such as the Office of National Fellowships, which helps students get Fulbright and Rhodes scholarships. I spend most of my time on campus either at the open 24/5 library (there's a Starbucks in it with the same hours!), at the Union/food court, or in the English building. The English building is especially nice as it holds a small courtyard in the middle, and - as throughout campus - the buildings are brick. There is controversy on campus every time a traveling preacher comes and tells the students they are all sinners, and there was recently a dare-rape situation. The police send notifications of crimes on or around campus. That was the only one I had ever gotten in my two and a half years of rape. The security force includes blue towers where you can press a button to be directly connected to police and a SAFE bus to drive students home. I'll always remembering wandering campus Freshman year late at night. The campus is basically empty and even more beautiful for it.

Florida State is a wonderful school and I am so lucky that I get to go here (and that it is in-state)! There are so many great things about FSU because it is such a large campus there really are an unlimited amount of opportunities. Saying that, the campus and undergrad population is quite big, which is great, but it can be easy to lose yourself in the chaos. My advice would be to immediately get involved- you will find your niche and make the large campus feel just like home. Tallahassee really has a lot to offer; both as a college town and a great community. There are so many hidden things about Tallahassee that if you do not try and find you may go your whole college career without even realizing. A few miles off the main campus there are so many beautiful lakes that you can canoe, kayak, and fish in. There are many wonderful hiking trails and a variety of shopping areas around town. Coming from Southwest Florida with the beach and palm trees galore- the hills and woodsy atmosphere is a nice change of pace. There are a lot of great traditions at Florida State; being thrown in the main fountain, Westcott Fountain, on your birthday is just one- so be warned!

Florida State University has definitely become my home, but that doesn't mean there aren't drawbacks. Tallahassee itself is difficult to navigate - many of the streets are one way, and if they aren't one way, they're usually pretty narrow. While there are always things to do if you're looking, and there are a small scattering of night clubs, Tallahassee itself isn't brimming with things to do. However, Florida State University is an awesome school. Its really big, but its not overwhelming. The campus is gorgeous, and there's a lot of school pride. Football games are a must, even if you don't like the sport - its an experience you'll never forget. Everyone is pretty friendly, the student resources are great. Strozier Library, otherwise known as Club Stroz, is a priceless resource, with tutoring available, and the staff is always happy to help. The professors are also excellent, as well as the TA's, and they're usually willing to help you during their office hours with whatever you seem to be having difficulty in. The only real downside to the school is the lack of WiFi in the dormitories. Two dorms, Wildwood, and Jenny Murphree, have WiFi, the rest have ethernet. All of the classrooms and the libraries have WiFi however, so its not that big of a drawback.

FSU is just absolutely fantastic. Before applying, I visited many other schools in Florida including USF, UF, UM, and UNF. Of all those universities, FSU offers the only campus that feels like an archetype of what a college should look and feel like. It's an old campus and thus filled with bricks and a strong sense of school pride, and the campus size is just right. It's not a small school where you get to know everyone, but it's small enough to the point where you will recognize two or three friends while walking to class. On the weekends here, football is taken very seriously by most students, and you won't find a more dead time on campus than early on a Sunday morning after the game. Most heads start to peak out of their dorms circa 1 o' clock in the afternoon! As far as administration is concerned, I've yet to have any problems at all; my only experiences have been great. Every question I've had about what classes I need to knock out, what classes I'm interested in but need certain pre-reqs, all that good stuff! an adviser has been able to help me out within a few hours via email, or in making an appointment for the next day.

The University is great, there are a lot of things that you can do here and learn here. As I mentioned earlier there is always something to do here. The university has its own "night club" where bands and comedians come to perform. Most of my free time is spent in the Student Life Center where students can lounge during the day and on some nights, watch a movie at the student cinema. The city of Tallahassee is a huge college town. Some parts the university can extend outside of campus and into the city. There isn't a place you couldn't find a Seminoles sign or school pride in this city. While I am not really into the sports aspect of the university I can tell anyone who asks that there's always a rush to get tickets to sporting events which are the main highlights of the school year for most students. There are also many problems with the campus itself and the general area. They mostly have to do with being able find your way around. The campus is often advertised as small and easy to get around on foot and that's just not the case at all. This campus is large and you can easily get lost if you don't know the area very well. Many of the street names are mislabeled or don't show up on an actual city map so navigating can be difficult. For students with disabilities (like myself) it can also be very difficult to get around because of the many uphills and rocky pavements and stairs.And while there is a student disabilities office there aren't many buildings with ramps and wheelchair access. The city has has a fairly high rate of crime which can be a concern for some people but the campus police do their best to control it. There have been many reported muggings and incidents of harassment. The administration is pretty average. Not much to complain about but nothing outstanding either. The worst office, however, is the housing office. A lot of students get placed in the wrong dorms Overall, FSU is a pretty good school with a lot of opportunities if you're willing to work for it and put up with some of the risks and complications that might come up.