University of Denver Top Questions

In the story of Goldilocks and the 3 bears, Goldilocks loves whatever is in the middle, the things that are "just right". That is DU in a nutshell. It is not smack dab in the middle of Denver, but the light rail stop on campus makes it easy (and free) to get downtown. DU is not a huge public school, but it is also not a tiny school where you know everyone you see around campus and can't get away from that one person you'll inevitably meet that will annoy you to no end. DU is a prestigious school, known for its Daniel's College of Business, Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism school, and the Korbel School of International Studies. We have an awesome hockey team, played in the first Div 1 NCAA Lacrosse semifinals west of the Mississippi, and support a football team that has been undefeated since 1961. Sophomores lead most of the student organizations as 80{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the junior class goes abroad in the fall (3rd most in the nation).

I love attending the University of Denver! I think it's totally awesome that we have so many different classes that we can take, and on the quarter system you really get to explore all of your interests, which is fantastic! I'm currently a history and international studies major, with hopefully a french minor, The size is perfect, I love seeing people I know when I walk to my classes. The campus is so beautiful, with such nice buildings and gardening features.

What I love about DU is that the students here are serious enough about studying, but not too serious about themselves. People are friendly and relaxed, just like most Coloradans. The location of the school can't be beat, either. It is so close to downtown Denver, but set aside in its own quiet little neighborhood. And, of course, it is just a short drive to the mountains and ski resorts. The campus is beautiful and the architecture is impressive, making the whole school feel like home all the time. DU is known as the high-standard private university in Colorado, so anyone is impressed when I tell them where I am attending.

The best thing about this school is the size, location, and community. It is small enough that I always see people I know around campus, but big enough that I am always meeting new people, whether it be at a party or the library or on Driscoll Green. The location is AMAZING because it is less than 10 minutes away from downtown Denver, where there is an unlimited amount of things to do. There are also small neighborhoods with amazing restaurants/shops/coffee shops within walking/biking distance, and a multitude of parks around the area. Not to mention being only an hour away from the mountains. Truely an outdoorsy place. The sense of community is also amazing, whether it be all of campus supporting the sororities and fraternities with their philanthropy efforts, or student organizations working together to create memorable events, or simply a pick-up game of volleyball in the middle of campus. The faculty also contributes to the sense of community as they meet students individually for coffee to talk about anything and everything. The main complaint on campus is that there is a lack of DU spirit. But in just the past couple of years, I have seen a significant improvement in this area. Free food and tailgating before games has really increased attendance! Who doesn't like free stuff? Also, we have debunked the myth that having school spirit isn't "cool."

The best thing about this school is the size, location, and community. It is small enough that I always see people I know around campus, but big enough that I am always meeting new people, whether it be at a party or the library or on Driscoll Green. The location is AMAZING because it is less than 10 minutes away from downtown Denver, where there is an unlimited amount of things to do. There are also small neighborhoods with amazing restaurants/shops/coffee shops within walking/biking distance, and a multitude of parks around the area. Not to mention being only an hour away from the mountains. Truely an outdoorsy place. The sense of community is also amazing, whether it be all of campus supporting the sororities and fraternities with their philanthropy efforts, or student organizations working together to create memorable events, or simply a pick-up game of volleyball in the middle of campus. The faculty also contributes to the sense of community as they meet students individually for coffee to talk about anything and everything. The main complaint on campus is that there is a lack of DU spirit. But in just the past couple of years, I have seen a significant improvement in this area. Free food and tailgating before games has really increased attendance! Who doesn't like free stuff? Also, we have debunked the myth that having school spirit isn't "cool."

The best thing about this school is the size, location, and community. It is small enough that I always see people I know around campus, but big enough that I am always meeting new people, whether it be at a party or the library or on Driscoll Green. The location is AMAZING because it is less than 10 minutes away from downtown Denver, where there is an unlimited amount of things to do. There are also small neighborhoods with amazing restaurants/shops/coffee shops within walking/biking distance, and a multitude of parks around the area. Not to mention being only an hour away from the mountains. Truely an outdoorsy place. The sense of community is also amazing, whether it be all of campus supporting the sororities and fraternities with their philanthropy efforts, or student organizations working together to create memorable events, or simply a pick-up game of volleyball in the middle of campus. The faculty also contributes to the sense of community as they meet students individually for coffee to talk about anything and everything. The main complaint on campus is that there is a lack of DU spirit. But in just the past couple of years, I have seen a significant improvement in this area. Free food and tailgating before games has really increased attendance! Who doesn't like free stuff? Also, we have debunked the myth that having school spirit isn't "cool."

I love DU and I've had so many doors open because of me going here. I couldn't imagine going anywhere else for college, and I knew as soon as I stepped on campus for a tour when I was in high school! I think the stereotypes are completely false and once you go here, you realize that as soon as you start getting to know other students instead of just judging at face value. You can really do anything here at DU - study what you're passionate about, get involved in student groups that interest you, and meet friends for life. DU's academics are also top-notch and they are getting more and more publicity nationwide because of that.

The overall opinion of DU is that we produce incredibly gifted individuals who are prepared for anything life has to throw at us. The active students and staff at DU have built a community that will last a lifetime. To be a Pioneer does not end when we step out of the Ritchie Center on graduation day but will remain a part of our character as we go through life outside the doors of DU.

I love DU! I think it is the perfect size univeristy with a great variety of student organizations and friendly people. The professors are very knowledgeable but still approachable. It is a fun atmosphere and appeals to many different interests. If you like to party, you will be able to find that at DU, but if you don't it is not a problem like it would be at most state-schools. The class selection is a little limited, but overall, there are plenty of interesting and fun classes. I even took the History of Rock and Roll to fulfill one of my Gen-Ed requirements!

I may be biased because I am a student at DU but in all honesty, it can't get much better than this. Although we have the nickname of the "ivy of the west" we do not come with the pretentious students like most other ivy league universities. There are small class sizes, events to help students be prepared once they reach graduation and teachers and classmates that have the passion for learning.