amanda
The u of a has a beautiful campus. It is pretty much the focus of tucson. The school has many programs in the top ten percent nationwide and is dedicated to research and academic excellence. I spend most of my time studying in my dorm, my sorority house, or at the library. A large percentage of students spend leisure time on university, on the mall, or at the student rec center. The administration and student government on campus is a group of focused individuals always striving to improve the u of a and its programs, implenting recycling throught campus and the dorms, building onto the rec center, and remodeling classrooms to equip them with the top technology. Arizona is also abundant with school pride and spirit. the theme song "bear down" is played over an intercom throughout campus everyday at noon and sports rallies and events are always a highlight.
lauren
I wish the University of Arizona was more appreciated by the surrounding community. Our school is becoming so large that we need to expand and the people who live near the school do not want to support it. Some of the areas around Arizona are bad areas. It is just not as developed as it should be.
Kelsey
I like how Tucson is a big city but still has a small city feel. The campus has an amazing atmosphere where you can really create a home away from home. There is a really diverse group of people so you can find many people with the same interests as you no matter what they may be. It is not too far from California, Phoenix, or Mexico. You are within 4 hours of a beach... but in the winter there may also be snow on Mt Lemon.
Kaitlin
The University of Arizona is the full University experience. There truly is something for everyone. I live on campus in La Paz. I chose to have a random roommate which was the best decision I ever made. She is my best friend. The memories we have made will last me a lifetime. The undeniable pride at the UA is remarkable. Win or lose, the students are die hard fans. The campus is beautiful and well kept. The number of people is massive, but the UA is as big or as small as you make it. If I could change one thing it would be more safety precaustions in the dorms. I did occasionaly feel unsafe in the dorms due to previous unfortunate events.
Krista
The school is definitely in a college town. Everything really revolves around the school. As the focal point of Tucson the University of Arizona has a very close campus feel. Everything is very close by and you can walk to all the classes which is really nice and helps students feel and stay connected to campus.
Dance
The campus is pretty big, but I particularly like it. There's lots of things to do. There is a lot of school pride. I wish it were more safe.
Deven
I love all the opportunities that are available to me here. I can pretty much do anything i want. i love the size of the school because there are always new people to meet, but you are still able to find a tight knit group of friends. When i tell people i go to UofA, they all say how it is such a good school, especially for my major pre-med. Tucson is not that great of a city but the campus is amazing!
Alyssa
U of A is very large, but it does not bother me at all. We are full of school pride. The U of A has one of the best Dance Departments in the nation. It is ranked in the top 5. It is also a beautiful campus. I wish that the campus was more safe. Since it is not a closed campus, anyone can get on campus. Safe ride helps a lot - but no one wants to have a feeling of being unsafe at their school. The U of A holds great opportunities for their students. The Eller college is great, along with many other colleges.
Kendal
Tucson is a very college town. Everyone that lives in Tuscson is in total suport of the school and it is so great. That is one thing I totally love about this school.
Jessica
Yes, it's Tucson. It's what you make of it, so if you don't get involved and meet people, you'll find it pretty lonely--but join something on campus, and you'll know what it is to be a Wildcat.