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UGA is a fantastic school and I would not want to go anywhere else. The education that the professors give us is better then anywhere else. It is just as much challenging as it is manageable. There is also so much pride here. No one wants to leave UGA. Going to school that everyone loves just makes you follow the bandwagon and fall in love too. If I am not in my dorm and I am outside laying in one of the beautiful plots of grass and just enjoying the great days here. Athens, Georgia is definitely a college town and every business in the town is mostly affiliated with the school. I want to go to college where there are mostly people my age and this is what is like. It is a very big school but being involved in the greek system and other student organizations definitely makes it feel smaller. It doesn't seem as big then. My only complaint would be that the dining commons are not as great as some would say. They should allow us to use our meal plans at other places on campus and not just the dining halls. All in all, it is a great school and I never want to leave.

My favorite thing to do is walk around North Campus - no matter what the season, the atmosphere is both welcoming and warm. The buildings are beautiful, the lawns are always teeming with students studying and playing with dogs and often times you can hear the faint sound of the bell ringing in the background. What could be better? I'll tell you what - go inside those historic and regal buildings and you will find professors who want to learn your name and your story. Talk to that guy sitting next to you in class and realize he is from your hometown, or that you share a favorite sports team. Sit out on Herty Field with friends and have a picnic, soak up the tradition and history of a school that has been home to some of the nation's best and brightest. And finally, go ring the bell - find a reason, whatever it may be. My freshmen year I rang the bell for the first time after we won our opening football game. I was surrounded by Georgia fans, all chanting and cheering and I felt overjoyed that I could be a part of such school spirit and pride. UGA is not just a school, it is a place to build memories, life-long friendships and to receive an education that is undeniably superior.

As an out of state student from New Jersey I was terrified when my parents left me here freshman year. I had never seen the school before orentation, I knew no one, and I had no family near by, unlike a majority of the students that go here. 4 years later I look back at my decision to come to UGA and believe it was the best decision I've ever made, I couldn't image spending my college years else where. It is hard to put into words just how much pride and honor I feel to call my self a bulldog. Whenever I tell someone I go to UGA they look shocked and say "wow that is such a great school how did you get in there?" I may have had an advantage coming from out of state, but it is diversity like that, that makes UGA so unique. In my opinion Athens is the best college town. It has so much vibrant and rich culture between music, art, bars and restaurants there is always something to do and someone new to be seen or heard. One thing that has contributed to making my college experience so amazing has been FOOTBALL!! There is absolutely NOTHING better then being in Sanford Stadium surround by 92,000 of your closest friends cheering on the dawgs. The energy and pride you feel being amidst the screaming fans in incredible. Among other things college football has made my experience in the south truely unforgettable. I guarentee no matter where your from you will fit in and find a home here in Athens Georgia at UGA.

As an out of state student from New Jersey I was terrified when my parents left me here freshman year. I had never seen the school before orentation, I knew no one, and I had no family near by, unlike a majority of the students that go here. 4 years later I look back at my decision to come to UGA and believe it was the best decision I've ever made, I couldn't image spending my college years else where. It is hard to put into words just how much pride and honor I feel to call my self a bulldog. Whenever I tell someone I go to UGA they look shocked and say "wow that is such a great school how did you get in there?" I may have had an advantage coming from out of state, but it is diversity like that, that makes UGA so unique. In my opinion Athens is the best college town. It has so much vibrant and rich culture between music, art, bars and restaurants there is always something to do and someone new to be seen or heard. One thing that has contributed to making my college experience so amazing has been FOOTBALL!! There is absolutely NOTHING better then being in Sanford Stadium surround by 92,000 of your closest friends cheering on the dawgs. The energy and pride you feel being amidst the screaming fans in incredible. Among other things college football has made my experience in the south truely unforgettable. I guarentee no matter where your from you will fit in and find a home here in Athens Georgia at UGA.

When you think of UGA, football, rednecks and drinking probably come to mind. And I won't lie to you, these components are present in Athens, Georgia. Initially, I had a lot of hesitations about UGA because of these aspects and the fact that the student population is HUGE, the campus is MASSIVE and there are a lot of auditorium classes. At the same time, Athens, Georgia and UGA have some nice surprises. The things that surprised me the most are the art, music and general culture of Athens. Athens and UGA both offer an incredibly deep and diverse music and art scene. Lamar Dodd, the art school, is highly competitive and beautiful. Athens is actually a music hub---there are a constant stream of concerts from all sorts of artists. I didn't know this but Athens is pretty respected for its music scene. Also---the food. I wouldn't say it is a foodie heaven but if you are a foodie or just someone who enjoys a good meal, there is a lot to explore.

-There are so many organizations available at the University it is ridiculous, but it is amazing because you can meet so many people! -I believe this school is just the right size at least for me because you can meet someone new every day and coming from a high school graduating class of 50 - it is great! -This college is definitely a college town where the city pretty much caters to the students in almost every aspect. which out the students this town would not function - When people hear that I am from the University of Georgia I immediately gain respect and for good reason, THIS SCHOOL ISN'T EASY - If i could change one thing about this school is there rules on professors. If a professor has been reprimanded at least 3 times in there teaching career THEY SHOULD BE FIRED. If they have failed more kids than you can believe, they do not deserve to teach!!! AT ALL * and this happens a lot at Georgia. - this school definitely has a lot of school pride if you can tell by the football games, BUT the school is definitely tooo commercial only caring about their money.... NOT THE KIDS - I mean the amount of money we are paying to come here I feel like everyone deserves a foot ball ticket not 30{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the school

When I first learned I would be coming to UGA because my family couldn't afford the fancy, private, out-of-state school I really wanted to attend, I was less than thrilled. I cried, I complained to my best friends and I all but refused to even think I could enjoy my time here. I moved into my dorm already counting down the days until graduation. I joined a sorority to make friends, hoping that being a part of an organization would make my miserable time here a bit more enjoyable. After my first couple of months, all of this changed. I eventually realized that I was going to be here for four years, and I should probably make the best of it. I researched some of the organizations on campus and found ones I was interested in. I took a few classes just for fun and figured out my major. I started exploring the college town I'd been placed in and found quiet, hidden places perfect for studying for finals. This huge, overwhelming campus quickly shrunk to a more manageable size, and I found my place in it. Now, Athens is just as much my home as the city I'm from. There are over 30,000 students here, but I never feel lost. I've found my best friends, my favorite places on campus and the best places to eat downtown when my parents come to visit. There's something for everyone here, you just have to find your place. A big campus only means more opportunities, more chances and more great memories to take with you when you leave.

Since I am among 1 out of the 37,000 students that attend the University of Georgia, you might think that I could not possibly know the stereotypes that surround the UGA campus. The truth is that one of the luxury of UGA being so big is that there are no stereotypes. There is a group for everyone that wants to come to UGA. If you are interested in Greek Life, then there are 17 sororities and 27 fraternities on campus. That is not including the sororities and fraternities that are not part of Greek system specifically. There are also many athletes on campus and tons of intramural sports to choose from. If theatre, singing, or band is what you do best, then UGA offers those services as well as many others. UGA has been classified as the number one party school in the nation. I am not 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} on how whoever titles schools as party schools, but I know that it has to do with how many bars surround the campus or are within the town. Many of the college students here at UGA do not choose to go downtown and many of them do. It is all in who you surround yourself with that will determine what you will want to do and enjoy doing.

The best thing about UGA is the people and the diversity of interests. There are a lot of out-of-state students from Texas, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Athens is defiantly a college town and downtown Athens offers a variety of activities--lots of boutiques, restaurants, and bars. When I tell people that I go to UGA they say that they always wanted to visit downtown Athens. I spend most of my time on campus in the student learning center either studying or going to class. Freshman live on campus, but after freshman year most students choose to live off campus in nearby houses, apartments, or condos.

The University of Georgia was voted as the number 1 party school a year or two ago. Nightlife is amazing. Parents, don't fret --- nightlife isn't the only thing we specialize in. UGA offers students an incredible education. The school also has awesome facilities on its beautiful campus. The best thing about this school: Its hard to stay inside and do nothing on any given day. There is always something fun to do on campus and off campus. Athens: definitely a college town... but the locals make their presence known. For a college town we have some great shops and restaurants downtown. It isn't all Pita Pit and Burger Towns, we have plenty of upper echelon restaurants as well. There is a ton of school pride here. If you don't think you can bleed red and black, don't bother enrolling. Go Dawgs! The school is huge and has a large campus. Compared to my first college experience at the College of Charleston, UGA is much much bigger. The size doesn't bother me. The university still runs very smoothly even though we have such a ridiculous amount of students. I spend most of my time on campus around North Campus. It is a beautiful area to post up and do your homework in the sunshine.