Rachel
The most frustrating thing about the University of Michigan is that it prides itself on diversity but it tries to rid itself of everything that may be considered "American". Christianity for one is almost thought of as being horrible. We weren't allowed to decorate our doors for Christmas. I myself am very liberal and love the idea of diversity. But all religions and nationalities should be recognized.
Jessica
There is a lot of work, which can be time consuming.
Kristyn
I live on North campus which is about a 45 minute walk from campus. Our bus system is not wonderful so it is frustrating trying to get to class. It also takes an extra 15 minutes at least each day to reach central campus. My school is in Michigan so it can get pretty cold at the bus stop. I wish there was either a more central living option for freshmen or a better bus system (actual times the buses are arriving, bus station areas, etc.)
Erin
There is very little support from the academic staff. It is very much a sink or swim type of place that many people do not do well in. It's also a huge place that is terrifying and nobody catches your mistakes for you!
Tomika
Not having enough money to pay for everything that you need/want to do.
Devin
As many people say at our school, a student is not really considered a student at our school. We do not get recognized by our names but by our number, also known as UMID number. This is really frustrating for me mainly because since the school is so big, the attention is really minimized. And getting to know your professors and classmates can sometimes be incredibly difficult.
Amy
The most frustrating thing about my school was quite simply the cost. Although I feel I recieved a superior education it was difficult for me to make ends meet even while working numerous part time jobs.
Joel
As an English major also majoring in Screen Arts & Cultures (film), I'm frustrated that my deparment does not have a more well-developed media production program. The studies courses are typically fantastic, and I'm gaining an excellent liberal arts education through my history, theory, and topics courses. I think the department could give students better career preparation for working in Hollywood or independently. Classes on visual effects and video game design would also improve students' media literacy. These changes would be easier to make if my department were its own school, like USC's.
Jessica
I really feel like the general advising for the College of Literatur and Arts is not as strong as it should be. I had a lot of trouble figuring out what I wanted to do. Make sure you find an advisor that you like, and visit them often if you are not sure about exactly what you want to do when you get here. I went through too many bad advisors and took too long to do that for myself.
Peyton
I'm not too pleased about the split campuses. There's Central, North and the Hill. All of my friends live on either North or Central so I feel like it interferes with socializing. Also, having to take a bus every time to get to Northa campus is just a hassel. It's a 10 minute bus ride that is often packed and it puts a damper on my day.