The University of Alabama Top Questions

No, academics are a major part of the University.

Yup

there IS always something to do but no, we do not go out every single night and we are not always drunk. We do go to class and keep up our grades. All my friends from Auburn and other schools who come to visit on the weekends always ask me how I go out like we do all the time. I'm not sure exactly what they mean but I guess it's because we like to have fun.

Yes, but not all students participate in it if they don't want to but there is always something to do if you want to.

I have no idea, for I know no Tri-Delts personally

To some extent these accusations are true. A lot of people you meet from the state of Alabama are great people, but there are a large number that only associate with people alike themselves. This is true wherever you go, not just in the state of Alabama. People have conservative ideals and are resilient to change and liberal views. The University of Alabama prides itself on pride and tradition so the students play into it as well. Being an out of state student myself it has been very hard to meet people due to these conservative ideals.

Some of the stereotypes are true. Alabama really enjoys its football, but so do all the other SEC teams. Going to an Alabama football game is always exciting. The energy and excitement of the student section is AMAZING!!! About the Greek system, I would say that a lot of people are in the Greek system, but I would say that the majority of people are not. Whether you are in the Greek system or not, you will still have a wonderful college experience. Do whatever you want to do. If you want to be in the Greek system, then go for it, but if that isn't your thing, then you don't have to be.

Not at all. The University is increasingly excelling in academics (e.g. USA Academic All-Americans). Though the population of th UA is majority Caucasian, it is still very diverse. Though there isn't a whole lot to do in Tuscaloosa there is enough. Plus, for me it would be too distracting to my studies if there was too much to do. Anyhow, Birmingham is only 40-50 minutes away.

The first thing that anyone thinks about when someone says the University of Alabama is football. Now I must admit, it is definitely hard to find a good parking space on campus on gameday but football is not the only thing this school represents. Alabama has a rich tradition in academics. Our business is always ranked among the best and our other departments are pretty good as well. Who doesn't party in college? UA is no different from any other school. But as a student here there is one thing I have noticed. During test time, it is hard to find a good party to go to, so we do have serious students. UA has a very diverse community and I think as years continue it will deepen, but to me there still seems to be some racial tension on campus. But not as bad as everyone thinks it is. Personally, I have never had a racial event happen during my time here at the capstone and that is true in most cases.