We have a few traditions centered on birthdays, which can make that time really fun on campus. When you go to the cafeteria, the names of all the students who have a birthday that day are listed next to the menu at the door. Then, when you go to sit down with your friends, the cafeteria staff will come to your table with your own personal birthday cake, complete with a candle. One of the (louder) cafeteria workers will then announce to the whole dining hall that it's your birthday, and everyone will stop and sing/clap along to the Hendrix birthday song. After dinner, your friends will try to herd you toward the fountain, where they will then toss you in to end your special day with a splash. Don't worry- they'll check your pockets for your cell phone, etc.

Typical Hendrix student: there is none. Seriously. Think of every college stereotype and I can think of a face to match. To better explain… I had three roommates my freshman year, and two girls who practically lived in my room. Memphis, New Orleans, upstate New York, California-turned-Arkansas, St. Louis and Philadelphia were represented geographically. Dance, band, tennis, arts-and-crafter-extraordinaire, Ultimate Frisbee and swimming were our ‘main’ extra-curriculars. Stereotypes: brainy future politician, stoner bisexual, intensely competitive blonde athlete, goofy band geek, hot-lesbian-next-door, über-busy Mom-type. We all got along and still have dinner together every Saturday night. Now expand that out campus-wide and you’ll better understand why there’s not a “typical” Hendrix student. The most commonly shared characteristic of the student body is that some freakishly large percentage of the campus voted for Obama; democratic bastion in Arkansas, I guess (even so, my roommate is a die-hard Republican… go figure). What I hear from kids at the AR state schools who come to our rockin' parties, we're the "smart rich kids who party hard" (rich because it's a private school). Stereotype accuracy: low. Let's break this down. "Smart rich kids who party hard." Smart? Yeah. You don't come to Hendrix unless you want to learn. We work hard. Rich? Not so much. 100% of current students get some kind of financial aid. Kids? Well, yeah, we're still kids. But we're in college. As for the partying, I'll say this: we work hard enough that we need time off. In that time off some people hang out with friends, others work out, others enjoy the insane outdoor activities that Arkansas has to offer (this IS the natural state... hiking, canoeing, spelunking, we've got it all), and others party. This is a college campus after all. That being said, partying and drinking is an individual decision; you won't be pressured. Hendrix is big on making your own decisions and taking responsibility for them... that attitude is found in our student body as well.

Hendrix is a great place. Conway, the town in which Hendrix is located, is not exactly a metropolis. It does however, have a Wal Mart, a good selection of reasonably priced restaurants, some nicer restaurants with bars, a hospital and a good selection of other services within walking distance of campus. What else does a college student need? Downtown is nice, and the crime found in larger cites is not a concern in Conway. The slower pace of life in Conway lends itself to a better experience within what has been coined "The Hendrix Bubble." If you want a night out in a big city, or need a service not offered in Conway, Little Rock is just 30 minutes away. Memphis is 3 hours, and Dallas is within a days drive.

In conclusion, Hendrix is awesome! Enough said.

My advice to you is to come visit Hendrix College. I could go on and on about how much I love this place and the people that make up this community, but unless you physically experience the campus you are not going to know of the Hendrix vibe and the wondrous effects it can have on you. And if you do come here and don't get those vibes, you will know it is not the place for you. The one word that I could use to describe Hendrix is "Hendrixy." I know, it is not a real word, but you will know what I am talking about if you get to experience yourself. My definition of "Hendrixy" would be as follows: The aura surrounding Hendrix College that makes you jump for joy for sundaes on Thursdays, get into a deep discussion about the meaning of life over cheesy bread, observe a squirrel for ten minutes straight because they are just interesting, almost pee your pants with laughter because your friend just convinced you to go streaking for thirty seconds because you were sick of studying, form the best relationships with fellow students and faculty alike, and is just real. That's what Hendrix truly is: real. We don't fake it. You ask us a question and you will get an honest opinion. We are not afraid to tell it as it is here. We love Hendrix for its boldness and you should too. If not, this isn't the place for you. If it is, you too will get to understand the true meaning of "Hendrixy."

Hendrix is a great school in a small Southern town with an intelligent and diverse student body. It is not that well known outside of Arkansas at present, but its reputation for producing interesting, hard-working students is making its name more recognizable by the day. Don't be scared by the price tag - Hendrix gives some sort of aid or scholarship to virtually everyone who attends.

Going to Hendrix was the best decision I have made in my life. It changed me as a woman, a scholar, a friend, a sister, a daughter, and a human being. The friendships I forged and the lessons I learned will accompany me through the rest of my life. As I finish my master's degree at a much larger institution, I find myself exceedingly grateful that I am surrounded by Hendrix alums at my school and in my city. I can never thank my professors and mentors enough for making me the woman I am today: I am confident, compassionate, cared for, courageous, and ready to take on the world and show what you can do when you're equipped with a Hendrix degree.

To the degree that activism and left leaning politics are prominent on college campuses nationwide, Hendrix students exhibit these qualities. Hendrix has a reputation within Arkansas as being an academically difficult school, and Hendrix students are thus assumed to be intelligent... I have found this to be true. As academically gifted and dedicated as Hendrix students are, we also know how to have a good time. Students from surrounding, often much larger state schools attend great parties hosted by Hendrix. This being said, parties here are not made great by alcohol, but rather by the fantastic atmosphere and energy fostered by the student body.

So I know what you are thinking...Conway AR? What is there to do in Conway AR? Honestly? The answer is not a whole lot. But the good thing is that Hendrix recognizes this and therefore puts an enormous amount of effort into bringing the activites and social life to campus. For example, we have new musicians every Wednesday night; lectures, discussion groups, and presentations literally every day of the week. Each weekend is packed full of options for Friday and Saturday night activities. Volunteering is a big deal on campus as well and there are constant updates on opportunities to help out around the Conway community. Our Social Committee is the key player that takes charge of our major social events such as our big Halloween party "Ghost Roast" and the best 70s dance party known to mankind, "SoCo54"! If you are into the environment (which everyone at Hendrix is so prepare yourself!) the ECC (environmental concerns committee) is huge on campus! As for the dating scene, don't get your hopes up. We are a small liberal arts college so options aren't tremendous, but there are some pretty cool cats around if you keep your eyes open. Otherwise, you better off searching for your soulmate at off campus! Other than dating, social life on campus is crazy active so be prepared and don't get overloaded

If your stereotype of a Hendrix student is a unique individual that loves to learn and play, then yes it is accurate. If you think that we are all hippies here, you are wrong. If you think that we are all jocks, you are wrong. If you think that every single student is a raging liberal, you are wrong. Like I said before, we've got a whole big mix of people here; there is no one stereotypical Hendrix student. Although, if you are really set on finding someone that fits a stereotype you have in mind, I am sure that you could find at least one person fitting that description.

Hendrix is a great place. Conway, the town in which Hendrix is located, is not exactly a metropolis. It does however, have a Wal Mart, a good selection of reasonably priced restaurants, some nicer restaurants with bars, a hospital and a good selection of other services within walking distance of campus. What else does a college student need? Downtown is nice, and the crime found in larger cites is not a concern in Conway. The slower pace of life in Conway lends itself to a better experience within what has been coined "The Hendrix Bubble." If you want a night out in a big city, or need a service not offered in Conway, Little Rock is just 30 minutes away. Memphis is 3 hours, and Dallas is within a days drive.

The academic life was one of the main reasons I came to Hendrix. There are so many academic options, and if you can't find let's say a major that fits you well, you can make your own through Interdisciplinary Studies. I love that I can walk around campus and say hi to every one of my professors and that they will know my name. But cool, so do professors at other schools. What makes Hendrix so special in this area? You professors will have conversations about you about your life, how you are doing, delve into those deep questions you were too afraid to ask in class, watch the youtube videos you send them, and some will even bring you soup when you are sick. The point is, the professors here care. They care about your academics, your progress, and your life in general. We love to learn here, and that drew me to Hendrix because I am an inner nerd that saves her Ancient Philosophy reading to read last because I love it so much that I want to end my night with it. That said, Hendrix is a challenging school. Get ready for difficult readings, long papers, hours of homework and studying, and to be mentally exhausted. But don't freak out about this! There are a multitude of resources on campus to help you achieve. No one wants to see you fail, your professors included.

I'm not going to lie, Hendrix is a tough school. Freshmen year may seem like a breeze to some depending on the classes you take, but once you move on up into higher level courses that are specific to your major, life becomes increasingly difficult. I am proud to say, however, that Hendrix employs some of the best, most dedicated faculty in the country. These professors are personable, helpful, and every single one of them will go out of their way to make sure you understand the material they are trying to teach you. For example, I took organic chemistry last year as a requirement for my Biochemistry/Molecular Biology major. Dr. Tom Goodwin, my professor, schedule hour long help sessions for 4 out of 5 days during the week for students to come and ask him specific questions. In addition to these help sessions, there were tutor sessions every night and if you needed one-on-one help, Dr. Goodwin would always make time during the day to meet with you and explain whatever you did not understand. This is just one example. I have a similar example for pratically every class I have taken while at Hendrix. The faculty at this school is the main reason why I am here and I will be the first to admit that I am receiving the highest quality of education that I could possibly imagine.

Hendrix is a small liberal arts college in Conway, AR. Hendrix is dedicated to educating its students in all aspects of life, not just in academics. Our moto is "Unto the Whole Person." No other statement could describe the atmospher at Hendrix more accurately. Students here strive for success in every area of their life and it shows.

Stereotype accuracy: low. Let's break this down. "Smart rich kids who party hard." Smart? Yeah. You don't come to Hendrix unless you want to learn. We work hard. Rich? Not so much. 100% of current students get some kind of financial aid. Kids? Well, yeah, we're still kids. But we're in college. As for the partying, I'll say this: we work hard enough that we need time off. In that time off some people hang out with friends, others work out, others enjoy the insane outdoor activities that Arkansas has to offer (this IS the natural state, after all... hiking, canoeing, spelunking, we've got it all), and others party. This is a college campus after all. That being said, partying and drinking is an individual decision; you won't be pressured. Hendrix is big on making your own decisions and taking responsibility for them... that attitude is found in our student body as well.

Going to Hendrix was the best decision I have made in my life. It changed me as a woman, a scholar, a friend, a sister, a daughter, and a human being. The friendships I forged and the lessons I learned will accompany me through the rest of my life. As I finish my master's degree at a much larger institution, I find myself exceedingly grateful that I am surrounded by Hendrix alums at my school and in my city. I can never thank my professors and mentors enough for making me the woman I am today: I am confident, compassionate, cared for, courageous, and ready to take on the world and show what you can do when you're equipped with a Hendrix degree.

Hendrix is a great school in a small Southern town with an intelligent and diverse student body. It is not that well known outside of Arkansas at present, but its reputation for producing interesting, hard-working students is making its name more recognizable by the day. Don't be scared by the price tag - Hendrix gives some sort of aid or scholarship to virtually everyone who attends.