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Im not sure whats the stereotype ? Just kidding sure they must be right if they have come about then they are somewhat true. There are tons of kids from New York and yes they are Jewish, and yes they all live in the same apartment complexes and join the same fraternities. There are tons of hicks from all over indiana, and yes they are hicks. They run things here at IU because everyone knows everyone from high school. There are some fraternities (FIJI) haha that actually bypass rush and recruit students from their home town and are basically a cult. Are the girls hott? yes they are and there are plenty of young upstanding young ladies, and gentleman. This is a very diverse school and its a great school.

Im not sure whats the stereotype ? Just kidding sure they must be right if they have come about then they are somewhat true. There are tons of kids from New York and yes they are Jewish, and yes they all live in the same apartment complexes and join the same fraternities. There are tons of hicks from all over indiana, and yes they are hicks. They run things here at IU because everyone knows everyone from high school. There are some fraternities (FIJI) haha that actually bypass rush and recruit students from their home town and are basically a cult. Are the girls hott? yes they are and there are plenty of young upstanding young ladies, and gentleman. This is a very diverse school and its a great school.

I'd say the stereotype for IU student isn't exactly accurate. While we do enjoy a good party on Friday night (and who doesn't?), we are very studious during the week. Sadly, the party reputation sometimes covers up our academic excellence.

I'd say the stereotype for IU student isn't exactly accurate. While we do enjoy a good party on Friday night (and who doesn't?), we are very studious during the week. Sadly, the party reputation sometimes covers up our academic excellence.

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In my opinion, not at all. The majority of students are academically oriented and focus on being a successful college student. Sports and other recreational activities are a great way for students to get involved. People party, but in moderation.

I'l have to admit many of the students I've met love to have a good time, but their also some of the most dedicated students I've encountered. Many students know what they want to do after school and I think that's important if you want to be successful in school and in life.

There are the typical college aged kids that do meet that stereotype, but they seem to always get flushed out. IU is concerned with students continuing their progress on their degrees and don't tolerate those with other game-plans. The majority of people that I see take an active role in their education and are very concerned with their lives. Long story short, no, the stereotypes are not accurate.

College is what you make of it. The way I see it, IUB has a lot to offer. If you are looking for an intense academic environment, then IUB is the school for you. If you are looking for a big campus filled with a diversity and opportunities, then IUB is the school for you. If you want a well-rounded experience, then IUB is the school for you.

Very much so.

For the most part, yes.

Yes, we are a party school, there is no denying it. We like to party and we're good at it. However, what most people don't realize is that we party hard, because we study hard. We keep a nice balance, we are, after all, a dry campus. haha

NO!

There are parts of campus, and the downtown social scene that don't seem to involve these "greeks." However, if not into this life, it can seem disgusting and one may feel engorged in this lifestyle.

IU is a large enough school for you to find whatever subset of people you are looking for. If you want the wild party crowd, you surely can find it. However, if you are looking for people who are low key, have diverse interests, or strong convictions, you can find them here too. IU has a wonderful culture which allows you to experience anything you set your heart to find; for you this may be exciting Big Ten Athletics, world-class music performances at the Jacobs School, or socially engaging with a greek organization. It's all here. With regards to classroom attire, the dressy stereotype definitely is false in my opinion. You probably will see me, and many others, rockin' an IU hoody to class often. You are never out of place with casual in B-town. Finally addressing the snobbish stereotype of the B-school, I personally have found some of the most genuine people on campus through my associations with the business school. While Kelley is competitive, the students who truly rise to the top realize treating people well is more important than perfectly discounting cash flows to the true net present value. Business is not a science; its an art of moving people to accomplish great things. For this to happen, you have to lead people by their hearts. This leaves no room for malice, spite, or superiority towards your peers. Students who understand this and learn from others in humility are the ones who hold positions the snobby students envy.

Hell yeah! Bring back the General. We need Bob Knight!

HOWEVER, these stereotypes are far from the truth. I have only met a handful of the thousands of students at IU who are not completely devoted to their studies. College students are in college to learn and grow. IU might have more parties than the average college, but who knows for sure? Many students go out and party ONLY when they have free time from school work on the weekends. Please do not be fooled by this stereotype of IU... a great education awaits you in Bloomington.

I haven't gone to other campuses to see what people have to say and to compare notes about colleges, so I can't say.

I think that this stereotype is accurate to a degree but I think that it should really read more like, "IUB students know how to get the grades despite majoring in throwing awesome parties on the weekends."

There is plenty of immature and unconfortable activity that happens around and near campus, but as a student, I'm not so exposed to it because of my motives. You really won't find trouble and parties and so many distractions if you don't go looking for it.