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I think Lehigh is the kind of school that thrives on conformity, but the best part of that is it builds character for those who refuse to conform. It's an environment where you really have to make the decision on whether you're going to think for yourself or think with the crowd. Neither option is bad, it's really just a personal preference and both can lead to different successes and pitfalls. Though in some situations it is possible to witness a segregation of groups, Lehigh is a school filled with pride in it's students and abilities and once you have been sucked in we are all one fan of the brown and white. I really cannot express how much college is a place to find yourself and what you believe in, because once you have discovered that you'll always find your niche.

Lehigh draws many of its strengths from the size of it's student population. With approximately 4,500 undergraduates spread across 3 academic colleges, it is the perfect size that individuals can stand out but that students can meet new people every day for all of their four years. When walking across campus, it's inevitable that you'll run into a few of your closest friends and never be lost in a crowd. This size makes it easy to form personal relationships with professors and important staff members, such as academic advisers and career services counselors. In turn, this helps when you need one-on-one help in a class, guidance in choosing classes, or assistance in writing your resume and applying to jobs. All-in-all, it is the ideal school to form lasting friendships, receive an excellent education, and get the help you need to start a career.

Best thing about this school is the fact that it is a great academic institution that also balances a huge party atmosphere. Teachers are mostly accessible and classes can be difficult. Most classes you will get as much help as you need. South Bethlehem isn't very nice, to be honest, but it does do the job. You just won't go there much. Most parties are held on "The Hill" at Frat houses, but just as many are held on Fraternity off campus houses on any given day. Dorms are alright, but some could be bigger. Lehigh is a perfect size- it is small enough to have a community feel, but even if you meet new people everyday, you will still not necessarily recognize people you know every time you go walking around campus. Some dangerous things happen if you go to the wrong places off campus though, so just don't be stupid, and go with a friend if you go off campus at all. Also, there is a lot of walking, and at least one half of the trip will be uphill.

Best thing about this school is the fact that it is a great academic institution that also balances a huge party atmosphere. Teachers are mostly accessible and classes can be difficult. Most classes you will get as much help as you need. South Bethlehem isn't very nice, to be honest, but it does do the job. You just won't go there much. Most parties are held on "The Hill" at Frat houses, but just as many are held on Fraternity off campus houses on any given day. Dorms are alright, but some could be bigger. Lehigh is a perfect size- it is small enough to have a community feel, but even if you meet new people everyday, you will still not necessarily recognize people you know every time you go walking around campus. Some dangerous things happen if you go to the wrong places off campus though, so just don't be stupid, and go with a friend if you go off campus at all. Also, there is a lot of walking, and at least one half of the trip will be uphill.

Just the right size for a college. People know how to party and keep up their grades--The perfect balance of party and work! Bethlehem could be a little better, but people find ways to have fun on campus, and when we do go out it's a fun time. There are a few cute restaurants around, and North Side Bethlehem is great!

I love the academics at Lehigh and the reputation the school carries with it. I'm from a very small rural town, and people are extremely impressed when I tell them that I am going to Lehigh. The professors are great for the most part, and there are great research facilities here. In my opinion, the campus is the perfect size; not too small that you know everyone, yet not so big that you get lost in the crowd. Typically if I walk across campus I will see a few people who I know well and have a random conversation with them, and getting to know people is really what college is all about. The college town really gets ripped on, and it is pretty run down. However, of you make an effort to look around for things you like you can find some good off-campus spots. Overall not that great though, kind of shady.The administration really cares about the students, much more than larger state schools (according to friends who go to those larger schools). If you ask to meet with an administrator they always reply quickly and are very happy to help. There are controversies about racism at Lehigh all the time. I'm not going to BS you, minorities may feel a bit uncomfortable at times here. However, I also know many minorities who love it here, and if you try to interact with people of different races, 99{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of people are super nice and would become your friend. There is a lot of racial self-isolation here, people tend to stick with their own kind. The administration is trying hard to fix this. I really wish there was more school spirit here. For the most part, the Greeks think they're too cool to go to any sporting events (aside from Lehigh-Lafayette, of course). Thus, there are about 12 students at home basketball games, which sucks for the players. That would be the one thing I would change about Lehigh: more school spirit and loyalty to the school.

Lehigh seems to be just the right size in my opinion. It's not too big but it's big enough to have the resources of a much larger state school. Where I come from in rural PA must people aren't very familiar with Lehigh. The people who know it are impressed I'm going here. There isn't much of a college town at all. You kinda have to be careful depending where you go off campus. It's a big contrast to the campus where there's a lot of money. There's a fair amount of school pride. Sports events aren't that well attended other than the football game against Lafayette which is awesome. Personally I like the campus being on the side of a mountain. It insures that I get some exercise everyday.

Lehigh is mid-size. It's set on a mountainside, which makes for beautiful scenery but horrible walks between classes. The classes are challenging, but there's also a strong nightlife and social scene.

Lehigh all in all is a good school, but like any school it isn't perfect. The student body is a bit too homogeneous, but the education is superb and it is a pretty fun school. Bethlehem sucks though.

you get to know EVERYONE and it sucks when you can't meet anyone new after the first two weeks of school