Who's Who of USF
When I was a senior in high school and I was looking at colleges, I faced the tough decision of choosing what kind of college I wanted to attend. Did I want to be at a small college or a large university? Did I want to hope for acceptance at a highly ranked school with tough standards or just accept an offer from an average school and hope to be a stand out? So I applied to Florida's "Big 5" public Universities. FSU and UF being the toughest schools, UCF and USF being my best fit and FGCU being my back up school. Ultimately I choose USF and couldn't be happier. Looking back at the past four years I have realized that I would have probably been restless at a smaller school and felt lost and stressed at an older, larger school. Although many claim that one college degree will hold more weight because of the reputation of the school, I still feel that your diploma can only take your so far. It is extremely important to leave college with a sense of fulfillment and that you have left an impact on your school. Although not everyone who walks through the doors of USF will be remembered, and even the most infamous of USF grads will not be known by every student, it can be said that it feels good to know a small popuation of the USF comunity will remember you.Posted by Suzanne on 7/23/2009 07:32:00 PM
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Growing up in Florida, I have taken a lot of things for granted including but not limited to, proximity to the beach, how many theme parks there are and of course... not realizing how many wonderful collegiate opportunities were available in my own backyard. While there are thousands of high school graduates that have one state school to choose from, larger states like Florida, California and Texas are home to a larger array of options. It remains just as important no matter where you come from that you choose a school based on the things you consider priority. Whether it be academics, school tradition, athletics or campus nightlife, selecting a school is something that remains solely personal.
I went to the University of Colorado and often wonder whether I would have been happier at a smaller school. I still don't know the answer. I think academically, I would have been better off at a small school, but there is something to be said about the experience of making your own way when you are just a number, just a small fish in a big pond. My brother went to a small school and his teachers would call him if he didn't show up to class. I didn't get any hand holding like that, and because of it, I think I'm stronger. There are benefits to both, I just think it's important to decide what's right for you.
Elizabeth, I was pretty much in the same boat when I came to college. My brother chose a small, private Catholic university because he wanted to know his professors as well as his classmates. By the time of his commencement ceremony, he knew well over 3/4 of his graduating class. I on the other hand, was happy to be a part of something much more grandeur, but wanted to know my professors within my program and major. I found that perfect fit at the University of South Florida and know that with a little research, others looking to find their "home away from home" too!