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IUP has a homey atmosphere in a small town setting. It is very quaint and easy to maneuver around. I spend most of my time around the HUB. For the most part the college runs Indiana. I've never had anyone react negatively when I say I attend IUP and I suppose that's a good thing. Nothing unusual that I am aware of has happened. I will always remember first of freshman year, it's hard to know exactly what to expect. It was a fun experience and getting to know people is easy.

When I tell people I'm going to IUP, there first reaction is that it used to be a teacher's college. It had a good reputation, and well known for a lot of majors. I like the town of Indiana, it is kind of small but I find that when I go home for breaks I do miss it. The campus is the perfect size, its easy to find to get to places and doesn't take long to walk to class. I really like the fitness center at IUP, I think it is a really great facility. There are lots of clubs on campus and it is important to get involved. Joining clubs helped me make the transition into college, it puts you in social situations. The only bad thing about IUP right now is the construction, and the overpriced dorms. I choose to live off campus because the dorms are ridiculously expensive. The best part of IUP is the oakgrove. I love the oakgrove because it is so relaxing, you can hang out with friends, study, or picnic. The oakgrove is what really attracted me to IUP, especially during the spring when the flowers are blooming.

It is a big school in a small town. The best thing about IUP is it is so gorgeous. The Oak Grove is a great place to go. The classes are small enough that the Professors know you by name. There are good athletics also to get involved in and watch. The facilities are excellent, and there are so many kids, you are bound to make some friends!

The best part about IUP to me is the array of people that I have met here. I met so many friends that sometimes it is destracting. If I could change one thing I would change the schduling. IUP is building the campus into something enormous. They are brining in a lot of new people and it is making classes difficult to get into. More classes need to be added. The size of the school is just right for me. There are a good amount of students so that facilitys maintain uncrowded. I spend most of my time on campus either in the library or in the oak grove if it is nice. IUP needs more school pride. Football games are dissapointing. One experience I will always remeber is being hypnotized in the HUB facitlity. The most frequent complaint of students that are in their junior or senior year is not being able to get the classes that they need for graduation.

It is a big party school. There's always something to do on the weekends and during the week, even if you're not a big drinker. Although there is a lot to do, most everything consists of drinking alcohol and partying with friends. The entire town is made up around the university and it's students. They are trying to crack down on the underage drinking, but it doesn't seem to be making much of an impact. The sports teams are really good in general, but I wouldn't say the students get too into the games. The school is very good academically and the administration is very helpful. There are a lot of ways that they help from learning and writing centers to events to bring the students together. All together, I would rank IUP very highly and would say it was a great decision on choosing to go to school there. The thing I remember most about IUP is the time I spent with my friends on the weekend and the parties that we threw.

Even though its sorta in the middle of no-where, its a pretty big school. Pennsylvania's biggest state school. Most time is spent on or near campus, mostly because there's not too much to do around town. There is a mall but it is very small & only has a few good stores. But, Pittsburgh is only about an hour away so you can always shop there & its not hard to find a ride either. Everyone hates our President because he's trying to get ride of Greek life, which basically means parties. IUP has its very own "hot dog man". He has a cart in a Giant Eagle parking lot every Thurs, Friday & Saturday nights from 11pm til 3am everyone goes there while wasted & its good food! Although there are police EVERYWHERE, unless you are pissing, puking, or causing a scene, and walking pretty straight you'll be good to go!

I enjoyed my sorority, i came out with such great friends and great experience that i now find beneficial at my internship. I would change the parking situation, WE NEED MORE SPOTS, I wasted so much money on tickets and towing (I have knee problems that prevented me from walking here and there). The campus size is just right but let IUP expand the greek life ceiling, more people are coming in and should be increased within the greek life also. Hick town and college town. Biggest controversy for me was the homecoming parade route changed, alot of my alum friends didnt return for this purpose, disappointing. I believe alot of people are proud to say they go to IUP because its a party school, however whenever they mature to a senior or alum it really is a good school and you speak less of the party. MORE PARKINGGGGGGGGGGG please.

The best part of the school is by far the faculty. Well, I suppose that I can only speak for the history department, but all of the professors are amazing, talented and brilliant individuals. They care about each student as if they were their own children. They have serious accomplishments, awards, and experience in their fields. And most of them aren’t even that pretentious. Also the campus is beautiful, at least I think. It was anyways, when I went there, but they have been making a lot of serious changes to the campus. Some parts I can’t even recognize. The school has a lot of really neat history, however no one that goes there seems to appreciate it. It has good camping grounds, hiking and out door sports. But that’s about it, don’t come here if you like night life, unless you are willing to drive to Pittsburgh, which most people are after a few weekends when they become desperate for something different. Just be sure to make friends with someone who owns a car. The town, although cute, hates the college students because they are obnoxious, but I challenge you to find a college town where that is not the case. When I tell people I go IUP they usually say one of two things, “yeah I heard of it…..(blank stare)” or “Indiana university of PA?? What the hell state is that in??” Where upon you have to either pretend to laugh, like that person is the first to make the connection that the name of the town of Indiana is also the name of a state within the united states, or remind them that the town existed first, and the state stole the name. There is a lot of small town drama, because despite the size, IUP is pretty much a small town, especially within its departments. But I love it, and after a while it feels like home. I will never forget the friends I have made or the awesome profs that I admire.

I wish this was more multiple choice.

I feel that IUPis the perfect size. I love that when I walk through the Oak Grove I get to see and wave hello to fellow peers, friends, and professors. The overall vibe of IUP is very welcoming I'd say. I felt right at home pretty much right away at school. Not only were almost all of my professors very kind and helpful, but so were the custodial staffs and cafeteria workers. Everyone just seems happy at IUP!