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The best thing about Villanova is its population. The one thing I would change is that it seems to me that the same people who are involved in one thing, apply to another thing and get it, whereas some people apply to many extra-curriculars and are not accepted into the programs. I think Villanova is just the right size. When I tell people I go to Villanova, usually they are impressed, because of Villanova's amazing academic reputation. I spend most of my time in the student center, Connelly, on campus. I think there is definitely a lot of school pride, especially when it comes to basketball!! I think the most unusual thing about Villanova is its sense of community, and how everyone has their own niche in the school. Everyone loves the school, and there are different things to fit every personality! One experience I will always remember are my spring break Habitat for Humanity trips. One of the most frequent student complaints is that it is difficult to get involved because everyone at Villanova wants to do everything and that the meal plan is very expensive.

Yes, I feel that professors try to learn your name. I enjoy my communication classes, but my least favorite class of all was my intro to modern world history last semester. I think it varies when students study. There are busy times with lots of tests and papers and then there are lulls. I try to do som type of work every day. Class participation is very common and many professors factor it into the overal grade. The most unique class I've taken at Villanova is my communication research class. It teaches the proper way to research as a communication student. I like the communication department and find the professors to be very helpful and there are lots of opportunities for internships. Villanova's academic requirements sometimes annoy me because there are a lot of core requirements, but at the same time I am receiving a well-rounded liberal arts education. I think the education at Villanova does both prepare you for a job and help you learn for its own sake.

I myself feel that Villanova is well-diversified. I believe that everyone could find a place in Villanova's community, but should be warned before-hand about the preppiness factor. Students wear everything, from high-heels, polos, dresses to sweatpants and t-shirts to class. Different types of students do interact. There are Villanova students from everywhere, but the majority that I have met are from the tri-state area, Conneticut, Massachusetts, and California. The most prevalent financial backgrounds are middle to high-class families, but again, there are all different financial backgrounds. Students are somewhat politically aware/active, finding left, right and center throughout campus. Students' financial futures are deifnitely discussed.

The preppiness of Villanova and the snobbiness of its students.

The preppiness factor is definitely true. Many people dress up simply to go to class, although it has been diminishing over the years. I do not find the snobbiness factor to be accurate. Most of the Villanova students are very friendly, helpful, and always looking to be involved.