Columbia University in the City of New York Top Questions

The best thing about being located in New York is the number of resources it provides to ensure a fabulous social life. If the bar scene doesn't thrill you, there's always a concert, or bowling, or jazz clubs, or theater, or the movies, and at any hour of the night, any day of the week that you're looking for it. Most recently I went to a venue that has pool tables, foosball, ping pong, and other games in addition to a live jazz band through most of the night, and actually amused myself with some friends simply playing Scrabble. You never know what's in store for you when you go out in NYC and that is exactly what makes Columbia so fabulous.

I am in Kappa Alpha Theta and really enjoy my sorority/greek life at columbia. Although not that many students are Greek, the community is still fun and is a great way to meet more people here. Freshman dorms have their doors open, but most upperclassmen dorms do not. Athletic events are not popular at all. If I am awake at 2 am on a Tuesday, I am most likely doing a problem set/studying for a test. Traditions each year are homecoming, december tree lighting/yule log ceremony, bacchanal, spring concert, etc. People usually go out Wed-Sat night, most people stay in on Friday nights. There are plenty of things to do that do not involve drinking since we are in new york city.

sucks. students don't leave doors open, i don't know anyone on my hall.

What is great about social activities and social life is the fact that we are in NYC and ther is just tons to do allthe tme. I do think that affects our sense of school spirit, and takes away from peoples experiences on campus. Most people I know are on campus to study, aand go out around the city, not necessarily with school friends.

there aren't enough. Greek life is being phased out

Columbia social life is what you make of it. At a glance it is incredibly lame, but if you meet the right people and can make your own fun it is a great time. The Greek life seems to be run but neonazi's as there is basically no such thing as a frat party anymore. There seems to be a war on fun at our school and I hear people complaining all the time. There are ways around it and as I said if you know the right people and put yourself out there, a good time can be had.

Football/basketball/sororities ... dating is lame ... bars are ok but only a few.

Since I am involved in Greek Life, for me it is a large part of my life. I really enjoy being part of such an intimate group of young women who I easily get along with and can call on when I need anything. Its a great feeling to have such a great support group or people to go out and just have fun with. There is always something going on at Columbia, whether it is free theatre tickets, speakers, or class semi-formals, etc.

I'm in greek life and I think its great. Considering the negative image it has, I think it adds a lot to the campus community.

Political, religious, and cultural organizations are very popular. You could never be bored at Columbia whether it be a Saturday or Tuesday night. There are so many shows, lectures etc. available and publicized for students.