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FSU is just absolutely fantastic. Before applying, I visited many other schools in Florida including USF, UF, UM, and UNF. Of all those universities, FSU offers the only campus that feels like an archetype of what a college should look and feel like. It's an old campus and thus filled with bricks and a strong sense of school pride, and the campus size is just right. It's not a small school where you get to know everyone, but it's small enough to the point where you will recognize two or three friends while walking to class. On the weekends here, football is taken very seriously by most students, and you won't find a more dead time on campus than early on a Sunday morning after the game. Most heads start to peak out of their dorms circa 1 o' clock in the afternoon! As far as administration is concerned, I've yet to have any problems at all; my only experiences have been great. Every question I've had about what classes I need to knock out, what classes I'm interested in but need certain pre-reqs, all that good stuff! an adviser has been able to help me out within a few hours via email, or in making an appointment for the next day.

Being Florida's capital, it seems Tallahassee would be an endless sea of excitement for the formative adult years, but the excitement and opportunities at FSU dwarf the offerings of the surrounding city. With an arguably mis-balanced school budget, FSU offers many extracurricular events to entertain (and maybe educate) students on a daily basis. The size of FSU allows its sprawling halls and administration buildings to serve as a miniature town of sorts, even with its own police department. This really shelters students from the surrounding city by providing shows, movies, restaurants, athletic venues, etc. all within walking distance of class or home away from home. Even as big a name as Ludacris has come to perform on FSU's campus for students. With an ever forward-thinking administration, FSU is constantly looking to provide students with cutting edge and relevant classes and resources. Despite maybe an exaggeration of the value of sporting events, FSU does shell out decent money to provide students with an education that battles being obsolete in today's market. And, of course, to uphold the garnet and gold is the number one priority of any FSU fan, whether it be in academics, athletics, or recreation. Rivaling the University of Florida Gators is a full-time job for students at FSU, and doing anything but that is Seminole blasphemy.

Being Florida's capital, it seems Tallahassee would be an endless sea of excitement for the formative adult years, but the excitement and opportunities at FSU dwarf the offerings of the surrounding city. With an arguably mis-balanced school budget, FSU offers many extracurricular events to entertain (and maybe educate) students on a daily basis. The size of FSU allows its sprawling halls and administration buildings to serve as miniature town of sort, with its own police department. This really shelters students from the surrounding city by providing shows, movies, restaurants, athletic venues, etc. all within walking distance of class or home away from home. Even as big a name as Ludacris has come to perform on FSU's campus for students. With an ever forward-thinking administration, FSU is constantly looking to provide students with cutting edge and relevant classes and resources. Despite maybe an exaggeration of the value of sporting events, FSU does shell out decent money to provide students with an education that battles being obsolete in today's market. And, of course, to uphold the garnet and gold is number one priority of any FSU fan, whether it be academics, athletics, or recreation. Rivaling the University of Florida Gators is a full-time job for students at FSU, and doing anything but that is Seminole blasphemy.

Overall, I enjoy this school. The campus is walker friendly and will take you less than 20 minutes to walk from one side to another. Furthermore, it has opened up numerous opportunities for myself through the organizations I have joined. For instance, I have the chance to travel with the athletic teams covering the sporting events as a member of the media. This was made possible through my volunteering at the radio station on campus which runs live 24/7. Still, my decision to come to FSU was made solely on the academic advantages. I wanted to become a journalist and FSU has a wonderful English department. By all means, I’m not the biggest fan of those other schools in Miami and Gainesville, but that is not to take away from their programs. I felt that Florida State was the best fit for me and since moving to Tallahassee, I can safely and proudly say that I am happy with my decision. Of all the things people complain about on campus, one sticks out like a sore thumb: parking. Due to the large amount of students and staff, parking on campus can be a pain. Furthermore, the capitol building in Florida is right down the street and one of the parking garages on campus can and will be closed down to accommodate an event at the civic center. This is also an issue when the baseball team plays a home game in the middle of classes (this rarely happens but is still a pain to deal with). FSU has finally gotten around to addressing this concern and has started construction on a new parking garage within walking distance of the football stadium. The other main concern is more troubling. Since Florida, as well as other states, has decided to cut back on educational funding, the students suffer. The English department alone rarely has a teacher assistant and has expanded some of their classes. This has taken an immediate impact on the students who now find it harder to have a one-on-one relationship with the professor. However, in most cases, the professors on campus are more than willing to meet with the student outside of class and are quick to respond to emails sent to them.

The years I have spent at Florida State University will never be forgotten. I love our school's legacy, it helps establish spirit among the student body, and a strong sense of pride at every sports event or school related function. Our school activities are centered around free bowling and movie theatre access for students in the union, free concerts including bands like the Ting Tings in our famous "Club Downunder" music festivals, and charity events. The town of Tallahassee, despite being our state's capitol, is completely taken over by the schools activities. On game day you wont find a single citizen of this town dressed in anything but garnet and gold. I also find attending Florida State to be very beneficial to my learning experience. My professors are extremely helpful and genuinely want me to succeed. The administration is always available to help out a student in need, or offer great opportunities in the form of internships, study abroad and scholarship programs. Although are student body is large, it seems small. Its as though everybody knows everybody, or are at least separated by no more then 3 degrees. Its comforting to walk into class and see a familiar face, and also helps when it comes time to study. The memories I will always carry with me from my 4 years at FSU include tailgating before football games, the epic celebration for St Patrick's Day that lasts for nearly 24 hours, the professors who have inspired me, and the life long friends I have made.

I really do like attending FSU. The school is small compared to other public colleges but I feel that it is a good size to be. It's small size lets me walk to class all the time without having to take a bus. I can walk from one side of campus to the other and not take all day doing it. It also makes going between classes easier. If I could change one thing it would have to be the hills. I wallk to class every day from my dorm and by the time I get there I am out of breath because of the large hills FSU is situated upon. There are a lot of fun places to hang out around campus, the Union, the Library and Landis Green. All are places where students can gather, hang out with friends, do homework and just relax. There are a couple things that students complain about. Tuition and how many seats are in the classes they have to take and how they couldn't get a seat. These are normal student complaints though, and they will be voiced at any University you attend. One experience that I will always remember is finding out that Chemistry and I would never get along. I was a Biology major and Chemistry was a required course. I didn't know what I was going to do until I saw that the English department was opening a new major. It opened up a whole new world for me that I had never considered before. I'm still with that major now and enjoying every bit of it. All in all I give FSU a 9 of 10, those hiils are just too tall.

Choosing to attend Florida State has been one of the best decisions i have ever made. The university is rich in heritage and tradition, which I love. Our campus is historic but provides modern technology and amenities at the same time. We do have a large campus, but it is one of the most compact campuses in Florida. The size is just right. I get feeling of a large university but I also get the sense of community that you find in smaller colleges. There is so much pride that comes with being a Seminole and I wouldn't want to be anything else.

I absolutely love Florida State University, and if I had to go back and choose a college all over again, FSU would still be my choice. Tallahassee may be slightly ghetto as far as locations in Florida go, but FSU is one of the most beautiful schools I've seen, The buildings are breath taking, the professors are incredible, and the opportunities are unlimited. No matter what you're interested in, you'll find it here. We have numerous libraries for the studiers, clubs and bars right off campus for the partiers, a large variety of clubs for the social elite; there really is everything. I love spending my weekends on Landis Green, soaking up the sun and just enjoying the openness of the campus.

the enviornment is awesome.. the campus is georgous.. greek life is awesome!! our campus is exploding with school spirit! the only complaint is they need to upgrade the classrooms the desks are old and broken in alot of the classrooms

Overall, I am absolutely in love with this school. When I initially came here, I was very shy, but the inviting and welcoming atmosphere made me change for the better very quickly. Everything about this school is truely amazing. The professors act as though they are here to help and watch you grow in whatever field you choose. I can honestly say that I am proud to be a Seminole.