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Sure, there are a few. Most people don't care though. Throughout campus everyone is generally mingling together. The are foreign students that often keep to themselves, but I think it's due more to the language barrier. The greeks are another one. You get asked that a lot, but more for a conversation starter. There are a LOT of greeks. The greeks are known for partying and being crazy, but they are not all like that. The partying can be accurate for some, but not always. There are many greek associations based on interests such as business.

I think a big stereotype of UF students is that they are big party people. This reputation was especially heightened when we won national championships in football a few years ago and we were voted the #1 party school during that time by a magazine. I don't think its accurate in that all students are loud, obnoxious "party-ers." If you want to drink a lot and go out a lot, that opportunity is there for you. But you wouldn't feel lost if you didn't, and there are many, many students who don't like that kind of lifestyle. The great thing about UF is that you have every kind of cleavage of society in its student body. It is like a microcosm of society. So you do have big party people, you have jocks, stoners, geeks, frat kids, religious kids, artists, and everything in between!

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In my opinion the typical stereotype of the University is that it is a very diverse community with students interested in sports, students into the greek life and students very dedicated to their studies.

The stereotype of students at my school is that they party excessively; sometimes referred to as binge drinking. However, this stereotype is not accurate. I have been attending this university for four years and my experience has showed me otherwise.

When people think "UF," they typically think of fraternities and partying. But while Greek life is prevalent and a big part of campus life, UF also has renown academic programs in journalism, health, business, and more.

Greeks rule the school at the University of Florida-and yes the stereotypes are true! I'm in a sorority at UF and have been exposed to far too many frat stars on campus. Frat guys seem to be a staple at UF with a website dedicated to how idiotic they look daily. Greeks rule the UF campus, they are the most involved students in every organization. However the Greeks are elitist. There are tell-tale signs of being greek on campus (frat tanks, croakies, anoraks, and Sperrys) that students look for to identify you as either greek or GDI (God Damn Independent.) The Greeks tend to socialize with their kind and stray away from GDIs.

Judging from my experiences at the University of Florida, you have a mixture of many different stereotypes. While the Greek population is only a small percentage of students, it seems as though they have a dominant control over the university. For example, the Unite Party, which usually cleans house during election week, is essentially supported by the Greek party. This partnership ensures the party's success. In addition to Greek life, you have a significant portion of nerds. Because the University of Florida is one of the best public schools in the state of Florida, it is difficult to be admitted. Therefore, you will find a good number of studious kids at the university. Furthermore, you will find what I believe to be the largest portion of the population, the normal folk. I would describe these people as the average college student. They drink moderately throughout the week, may smoke weed or experiment with other drugs, and probably average a 3.0 GPA.

If the amount of stereotypes (STs) UF has had a sound, and the amount WAS an actual stereo, UF would be blasting all the way to Zimbabwe! There are so many STs, it's not even funny. But there is a kernel of truth in all of them. :) You have the "snobby" Gators. These are the ones who rep UF no matter what; if every sport lost every game, UF is still THE BEST. Merely because we are UF. Duh. But beware of the people who really only came to college for school and do not claim the "Gator" title. Some of them have the guts to admit they are friends and fans of the enemy that shall not be named!...Next, "Greeks". A day will not pass when you do not see letters from alpha to omega somewhere on campus! They are everywhere!! You have the white frat boys, the black frat boys, the Asian frats, Hispanic, Indian, it just does not stop. And then you have the sororities of the same kind! It is actually very fun to see the brother- and sisterhood they share with each other! And the random displays of their chants and dances on Turlington on the way to class! Next.. PARTY IN THE UFL!!!! Yes. UF is constantly seen as a HUGE party school. C'mon, UF is right off University Ave., probably THE busiest street in Gainesville. Clubs, bars, pubs, restaurants, and Mochi?? You basically just got down on your knees and begged for a paaaaaarrrttayyyyyyy!!!!!!! And wait!...can't forget the huge athletes who are always decked out in the nicest Gator gear. Sometimes I wish I was on the volleyball team just so I could wear their sweats...and those glorious moments when you see a star athlete like Trey Burton pass by you, yes ladies, it is quite an experience. HA! UF is basically it's own city, and there are many different people from many different places so there will always be someone to confirm your stereotype: this, I am sure!

If the amount of stereotypes (STs) UF has had a sound, and the amount WAS an actual stereo, UF would be blasting all the way to Zimbabwe! There are so many STs, it's not even funny. But there is a kernel of truth in all of them. :) You have the "snobby" Gators. These are the ones who rep UF no matter what; if every sport lost every game, UF is still THE BEST. Merely because we are UF. Duh. Next, "Greeks". A day will not pass when you do not see letters from alpha to omega somewhere on campus! They are everywhere!! You have the white frat boys, the black frat boys, the Asian frats, Hispanic, Indian, it just does not stop. And then you have the sororities of the same kind! It is actually very fun to see the brother- and sisterhood they share with each other! And the random displays of their chants and dances on Turlington on the way to class! Next.. PARTY IN THE UFL!!!! Yes. UF is constantly seen as a HUGE party school. C'mon, UF is right off University Ave., probably THE busiest street in Gainesville. Clubs, bars, pubs, restaurants, and Mochi?? You basically just got down on your knees and begged for a paaaaaarrrttayyyyyyy!!!!!!! And wait!...can't forget the huge athletes who are always decked out in the nicest Gator gear. Sometimes I wish I was on the volleyball team just so I could wear their sweats...and those glorious moments when you see a star athlete like Trey Burton pass by you, yes ladies, it is quite an experience. HA! UF is basically it's own city, and there are many different people from many different places so there will always be someone to confirm your stereotype: this, I am sure!