University of Missouri-Columbia Top Questions

High Greek Life and "party school" especially since we just entered the SEC.

Athletes, liberal activists, artists/musicians, party-goers and Greek life, creative writers, nature lovers of the agricultural department, dread heads, social media buffs-magazine/web editors, international/cultured students, photographers, and computer/technology/digital oriented people. All of these groups have cross cultural subgroups within them.

One common stereotype is that the students here are below average in terms of grades. Many people think that since so many people get accepted here, that the university must have low standards and just lets anyone in. However, like at every school you have kids who do well, kids who do average, and those who flunk out. It is no different than most schools and I have found that many of the people I know are very determined to do well on all of their assignments and tests. And many of them do.

My school is filled with all greek students that are either Journalism or business students. Everyone is either from Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago or Texas. We are all conservative. My school is less than 25{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} greek which isn't even a huge precent of the student body. Most people are journalism and businesses students because are very good majors at Mizzou. A lot of people are from Missouri because we are Missouri.

There is a common stereotype of Mizzou as being in the middle of nowhere. This couldn't be farther from true, as Columbia, Missouri is a flourishing town with lots of opportunity and possibilities. College is an experience that is what you make of it. The culture of Mizzou and the college-town setting it resides in offers nothing less than the best for an amazing future career. There is always something to do, in a safe and welcoming environment. It is something that you need to experience for yourself, the pride of black and gold can be felt absolutely everywhere.

Mizzou is typically stereotyped as a big party school. Also, since it is in Missouri, many people stereotype it as "in the middle of nowhere." While there are definitely numerous parties at Mizzou, there are so many other things to do as well that "a party school" alone doesn't define the school. Also, the stereotype that it is in the middle of nowhere isn't true. Columbia is a decent size and has an active downtown, shopping, movies, and other things to do. Not to mention it is right in between both St Louis and Kansas City making it easy to take a day or weekend trip to either of those locations.

A major stereotype is that Mizzou is a party school and it is accurate...almost. Mizzou does not party for the sake of it, we party hard for our colors and our teams. Going downtown after a big win is the best way to experience the pride we have because you'll instantly get swept into a sea of gold t-shirts and tiger ears.

The stereotype of Mizzou students is usually greek, good looking, not very academic, partiers. It's definitely a very true stereotype and many students on campus fit this role, there are many other students on campus! Non greeks on campus have active social lives and go to the same parties sometimes as the greeks. There are plenty of highly intelligent, academically driven students, and plenty of students who don't drink if you don't. It's such a big school that it is easy to meet someone that you will have things in common with, so if you're not big on sororities/fraternities you should still give MU a chance :)

Well, stereotypes at Mizzou are kind of tricky. The main groups that you find on campus are generally separated by the College that they are in. The Business School is where you will find the majority of the Greek population. Business school people tend to be the best dressed on campus and a lot of "face-timing" is done in Cornell Hall. While they may act superior to everybody else, the upper-level courses are no joke and the kids in this school will undoubtedly make the most money. Being in the Midwest, Mizzou has a large contingent of "farm kids". These are found in CAFNR or College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. These kids tend to stick together no matter what classes they are in, and know everybody in their program. The uniform for them is wranglers, tight jeans and a carhartt jacket, even in September. They are also some of the most polite people at Mizzou. Another prominent stereoptype on campus is the Journalism(J-School to them) School student. They can be seen traipsing across campus in their too-tight jeans, messenger bags and Toms shoes. They go to the best Journalism school in the country, and they want everybody to know it. They also think that every other major at MU is a waste of time and budget. The J-school is also full of religious Apple fanboys.

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A common stereotype about students at Mizzou is that they are solely focused on partying. What I have learned through my attendance here is that while students are quite capable of throwing amazing social events, they are intent on utilizing their education to improve their respective fields.

they party a lot but this stereotype incorrect

Since Mizzou is a public university, it is home to all different types of people. For the most part, students are casual and laid-back. About 20{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of campus is Greek, so their presence can be easily seen, however if you're not involved in Greek life, it is not overwhelming. Because of the 30,000+ student population, there are all different kinds of people (typical trust fund kids students on full scholarships; students who spend all weekend, every weekend buried in books; people who find any excuse to go out; and everything in between). It's extremely easy to find your niche here. The one thing that can be easily seen whenever stepping foot on campus is the extraordinary amount of school spirit. So basically, as long as someone is willing to campout all night for a basketball game, lose their voice at a football game, and be prepared to own more gold shirts than they knew existed, they'll fit right in.

The University of Missouri is a large, exciting campus. There are many stereotypes of the students that attend my school. A big portion of the students are affiliated with Greek fraternities and sororities. These kids are often seen as partiers. In fact, Mizzou is seen as a party school. There are constantly parties, and people are always around. Most of the students go to parties, but during the week the campus calms and students are studying and working. There are always people studying in Ellis Library and the Student Center. So, even though Mizzou is viewed as a big party school, we also have outstanding academic success.

Mizzou definitely has a reputation for being a party school and if you're a party animal, you'll feel right at home here. Mizzou is much more than that though. Whether you're here to spend all your time in the library, work out at the rec (ranked number 1 in the nation by ESPN), or hit up parties, you'll find other people like you here.

Well it is a party school and people believe that if you go to mizzou you will gain 22. I actually lost 22 pounds instead.

Currently, Mizzou is the largest university in Missouri with almost 34,000 students enrolled. The great thing about this is that with such a large number of students you are surrounded by an abundance of personalities and interests, making it very difficult to stereotype the current students. However, one thing that really attracted me to Mizzou was all the opportunities the university provides, making it easy be whoever you want to be and to make tons of friends while doing it! With over 600 registered student organizations there are clubs dedicated to sports, politics, art, academics, and much more. Additionally, we have a large greek system with numerous fraternities and sororities that help you to get involved. As for stereotypes, it would be impossible to have just one. That's what makes it so great, you will always find your niche at Mizzou.

Most of the common stereotypes about students at my school are frat kids, given as over 30{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of my campus is Greek. There fair few jocks, but they are very welcoming. The campus is big enough so you can choose to either be with your high school friends or not.

No one stereotype matches the entire student body. There are however, stereotypes that go along with students involved in Greek Life, sports, academic organizations, and other various associations. I work at the Women's Center on campus, where we work a lot with diversity and try and avoid stereotypes. I have met some people that do not match the stereotype affiliated with their group.

The usual stereotype at Mizzou is that all the students are affluent caucasians. I would have to disagree with that stereotype since I've came to Mizzou. Although there are a lot of affluent white kids throughout campus, Mizzou is truly a melting pot of all ethnicities. This really gives every student the opportunity to enrich their knowledge of other cultures and traditions from around the globe.