Indiana University-Bloomington Top Questions

The IUB campus is a huge campus, and I mean huge. There is an equally large number of students which makes it very easy to socialize and make connections. The people I have met and deal with daily are very nice people. I feel really comfortable dealing with the students who are extremely tolerant of any nationality, religious beliefs, gender, or sexual orientation. Also, it is always a pleasure to interact with the instructors, as well as the TAs, who are always eager to answer any questions you may have, and help you understand the material very well. In addition to that, a student at IU is taken care of very well by the administration. There are many resources to help make everyday life easier for a college students, be it tutoring, scholastic resources, sports facilities, transportation, or even job opportunities on-campus. Honestly, I have not heard any complains from students about the university itself, they're probably satisfied with everything or they just consider whatever bothers them seems insignificant. There is massive load of school pride here at IU, wherever you go, I can assure you that you will see many students wearing an IU T-shirt, hoodie, or even trousers (mostly red -- that's our color). In fact, I've been around to a few states wearing my IU shirt or hoodie, and people always react positively: "Right on! IU!" or "Go IU!" or "Go Big Red!" Overall, I would definitely rate this university as one of the top institutions in the nation.

Honestly, I love Indiana University. My favorite part about this school is the fact that it is big enough to make a fresh start, but not too big that students get lost in the hustle and bustle of everyday activity. I came from a small school, and IU was a big change for me. However, it was welcoming instead of overwhelming. IU offers so many ways to get involved, and there is no way that a student can be bored if he or she puts forth an effort to take advantage of these opportunities. The classes here are great, and at least from my experience I have had professors who care about me both as a person and as a student making her way into the real world. The material is challenging, but there are great advisers and instructors to help you every step of the way. Also, the campus is absolutely beautiful. We are often ranked as having one of the most beautiful campuses, and I would stand by that statement. It is big and spacious with rolling hills, not some industrialized campus crowded with buildings. The college town life here is electric, with Kirkwood being a prime shopping and dining location for students. However, the school is obviously not perfect. Many students do complain about the bus system, as it often seems to run late. This isn't a big deal when it is warm out, but for those students who live off-campus or don't want to walk during the winter months, this can be particularly frustrating. Also, there are complaints about how long it takes to walk to classes. For some, it can take up to twenty minutes to get to their destination. Some people enjoy the walking, but others do not. However, I believe that the good outweighs the bad. At IU, students do get a lot for their tuition money. The food is actually good, and there are many different options and food courts to go to. Students can also get into the various gyms on campus free of charge (the SRSC and the HPER). Basically, IU is a place to create lasting memories -- for example, my friends and I play volleyball every Thursday night then have a family dinner afterward. This is my favorite part of the week, and honestly I will miss it so much when I leave. It is the simple things that make this school and the people here so amazing, and every student has an equal opportunity to create these memories.

My overall opinion about IU is that I LOVE it. The campus is gorgeous. I know everyone says that, but all of the trees, hills, creeks and old buildings make IU stand out, trust me. Also, being a large school, there are tons of different opportunities in terms of academic departments and student organizations so it is easy to pursue many different interests. The fact that it is so large means that you have to work a little harder to find your niche, but it is well worth it. It was especially good for me, since I did not have a good idea about my direction. It allows students to explore and find what is best for them. The Indiana Memorial Union is a distinguished feature on campus. I've never heard of another student union that is so gorgeous and versatile. It's perfect for studying, grabbing some food, hosting or attending events, or just hanging out when you don't know where else to go. You can't talk about Indiana University Bloomington without talking about Bloomington. I may be biased, but I adore Bloomington...at least the downtown area by campus. It is full of small local businesses and international restaurants, and it hosts a variety of interesting events including film and music festivals. The college makes Bloomington a liberal, tolerant haven (for the most part) despite being located in Southern Indiana. IUB is full of school pride, both for the university itself, individual schools and programs, and sports (mainly basketball). Football is mostly for the tailgating, which is the best by the way!

Overall, Indiana University was the best decision I've made. At first I felt overwhelmed when considering which college I wanted to pursue. After taking a campus visit, I knew this was the place for me. Bloomington is simply the epitome of a college town. And for good reason. There is so much school pride representing impressive sports team and academic success. It's a big enough school that I can meet new people every single day. Also, the professors that I have had here have taught me way beyond what I imagined I would have experienced in a learning setting. I could not be happier and strongly recommend Indiana University be on your list of schools to consider.

The best thing about IU is its diversity and being able to meet friends from not only all over the country, but all over the world! While IU is a large school, there are many ways to get involved on campus to make it the perfect size for any personality. Bloomington, Indiana is the definition of "college town." Great students, nightlife/bar scene, prestigious business school, beautiful campus to name only a few reasons why IU provides an excellent collegiate experience.

Indiana University is an incredible school. Our student population is extremely diverse, having kids from all over the country, as well as international students. While it may appear too large, there are many different opportunities to make you're world considerably smaller here. There are so many clubs, groups, greek opportunities, concerts, and other activities that it's nearly impossible to get bored! Sporting events are fantastic here, mainly because our school pride is unmatched by any other. Bloomington has an incredible downtown, with different cultural eateries and shops to poke through. The academics are equally impeccable as the social scene, making our students well-rounded. Teachers are very accessible, and the amount of majors and classes IU provides is enough to keep any student happy and engaged for all four years.

I think that the best thing about Indiana University is our school spirit. I love that people really care about IU and go to our football games, basketball games, soccer games, and attend the Little 500, which is a bike race held annually here at IU. We love to go to sporting to events to show our spirit and cheer on our fellow students. However, if I had to change one thing about IU, I would try to have smaller class sizes. Sometimes when you're in a huge lecture, it's intimidating to ask questions when you don't understand and it can be hard to approach the professor after class. Indiana University is a huge school, about 40,000, but I really love it and I wouldn't change it at all. It's a little intimidating at first, but the atmosphere is really welcoming and I made some of my best friends the first week of school. I probably spend most of my time on campus either at my sorority house, in classes, or at the library. The biggest recent controversy on campus was definitely the disappearance of Lauren Spierer, a student who disappeared on June 3rd, 2011. No one knows what happened to Lauren after she left Kilroys Sports Bar around 4am on June 3rd. I think something unusual about this school is that while it is really large, there are also so many easy ways to get involved around campus. Whether you do it through clubs, intramural sports, honor societies, volunteer organizations, or greek life, there are countless ways to make this huge school a little bit smaller.

The best thing about this school is the campus in general. Bloomington is a perfect "college town". If I would change anything, it would be to have more busses that ran at more times. Our school is just right for me. You have to love the big school atmosphere to love IU, but at the same time there is always a time you'll find yourself browsing campus alone (so it makes it feel smaller). Also, getting involved in Greek life also makes campus feel smaller, too. Greek life at IU is very large and you meet so many fun and awesome people. When I tell people I go to IU, they automatically know something about it. They generally react in a positive way, like they find IU a cool university. The social life is a big reaction (Little 5, homecoming, bid week, welcome week) that draws a lot of people. People spend most of their time in the Arboretum It has gorgeous landscaping and it's calming. I think the school's administration is kept in line and very responsible. When there's an issue on campus we are always notified in a timely manner and always feel safe. We have the BEST tailgates (even though our football team needs some help) and huge turnouts at basketball games (especially after we've had this season), so school spirit is huge. I think that the light show at the Art Museum that goes on every night is kind of a unique thing about IU. Also, Little 5 is an amazing time that only IU students can really appreciate. Also, our student Union is awesome, and it's beautiful. I will always remember the IU vs. UK game and the riot on Kirkwood afterwards. I'd say a complaint most students have is housing. The campus is so compact in a certain sense, but all the housing is either perfectly located or so far away.

IU is overall a fantastic school. It can be very intimidating at first because it is so big, but if you make an effort to make the big campus small by getting involved in extracurricular activities it is a magnificent school full of many valuable resources.

Coming to Indiana University was the best decision I ever made. IU is a large school that feels like a small school. The people here are very open minded and friendly. Because of IU's size, there are organizations and opportunities to get involved and meet people in anything that one can be interested in. Bloomington is the ultimate college town-it revolves around IU. There are so many local ethnic and independent restaurants and stores. World-renowned speakers and industry experts speak on campus for free every week. Weekend options are unlimited. There are concerts, plays, operas, art shows, and of course, parties. One of my favorite parts of IU is that it is a Big 10 school. IU basketball is absolutely huge here, and basketball season is always exciting, especially with our quest to get back to the top, nicknamed, "The Movement."