University of Louisville Top Questions

Describe the students at your school.

Marissa

There are a wide variety of students. Different cultures different states but all seem to get along well.

Precious

My classmates have one goal in mind and that is to be successful in their graduating years by helping others. My classmates will work hard for one another because they understand that the other classmates will work hard as well and this makes nobody left out in being successful. All of my classmates take on an equal amount of load of work to do and space each task out to be able to retrieve and spit out information when it comes to presentations, projects, or even papers. There are positive vibes in knowing that the goal will be accomplished.

Allison

They are overly personable and are absolutely there to help, as they are in the same situation as anyone else and making friends has been easier than I ever imagined.

Dayleth

In one sentence, I would describe my classmates as both polite and motivated.

Ricco

My classmates are ambitious, motivated and college ready, they understand what they have to do to succeed at the college level. They prepare for college as if they are preparig for their career. There is a big infernece put on punctuality and the ability to do the work at a college level at the University of Louisville. I believe my classmates fulfill all of their duties as a student while managing their time accordingly, they also balance a job, and (or) a sports program.

Lauren

My classmates are all very friendly and outgoing. There's always philantropic events going on around campus and everyone finds a way to help others.

Analise

There is a greater mix of students with some real world experience at the school because it is a commuter school.

Elizabeth

Diverse.

Peter

U of L is a very cultural diverse school so you get to see a little bit of everything. Because everyone is so different, I think it would be hard to feel out of place. Most students show up to class is sweatpants but that might just be because I am a sport administration major. Most of the students are from Louisville, but the athletes come from all over.

Abigail

We have basically every type of student here at UofL. Any type of hobby, any type of extracurricular, and people fit that. You can also find all types of ethnicities and international students.

Janna

We have a wide array of students on campus. There are organizations for people from all walks of life. I don't think anyone would feel out of place at the University of Louisville. No matter what you're like, you will find others who are the same as you. Most of the students are from Kentucky, but you'll find many international students and others from across the USA.

Heather

There are all different types of students at UofL, so it is impossible to describe them all. I have met so many awesome people from all over the world. Going to such a diverse school has really broadened my horizons about the world and made me more cultured. Nobody should ever feel out of place here. There are so many opportunities for all different types of people with all different interests.

Kassandra

My experience with diversity on campus has been very pleasant. There are plenty of groups for all kinds of students. There are often "programs" throughout campus that are put on the raise awareness for different situations. I have attended many programs about race, gender, economic statuses, etc. Additionally, most of the teachers I have had have been zero tolerance on negative word choices. Personally, I am an advocate for Spread the Word to End the Word (check it out!). I can truly and honestly say that I do not think anyone would feel out of place at this school as long as they are willing to take a few steps outside their comfort zone to find others with similar interests, ambitions, or desires. I repeat, you MUST be willing to at least make an effort. I can't guarantee someone would just walk up to you because you look like someone they want to get to know (but it has happened on occasion). What you wear to class depends on your major, really. Some majors require you to dress up for more presentations than others. On the regular, though, you can find me in leggings or yoga pants and boots. No doubt that we are a leggings and sweat pants campus (and there's no shame in that). Anything beyond getting out of bed and going to class seems to be extraordinary in college anyway. Absolutely different types of students interact. But as anyone with a sense of interpersonal relations would know, you have to be open and willing to break some barriers. People typically stay with what's comfortable. At a bigger school you have to be able to make the uncomfortable comfortable sometimes. If there were only four tables in any one of the lunchrooms, it would be very hard to describe who's sitting where. Unless someone is wearing something that distinguishes them as some type of label, I would not even give a second glance. We have multiple "restaurants" on campus as well as fast food options, a mini grocery market, and a dine-in buffet option. Who you see depends on where you go. As stated before, something like 70{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the student popluation is from the Louisville/Jefferson area. I have come in contact with all socio-economic statuses. From the individual who has a Range Rover to someone getting by on government grants and a few credits at a time. No one really boasts one way or another of their financial background, so unless someone offers up their experience in a class or happens to confide in you, you often do not know. There are political activists as well as religious activists on campus, but unless you want to pay attention to them, it does not really affect the day-to-day.

Emily

There is a Cultural Center, LGBT center, and two religious buildings on campus to suit every student's needs. The LGBT group works with Baptist Campus Ministries to create a harmonious campus, and the majority of groups don't fight. A very conservative student would feel out of place on campus, because we have every stereotype you can think of on campus...you'll see gay couples walking around, goth kids, strange hair colors, non-traditional students, and so on. If you are really against liberal thinking and change, you probably wouldn't like what you see walking around. The only noticeable separation is Greek life students versus non-Greek students. Greek life sits on one side of the cafeteria, and non Greek students sit on the other. Greek students are really involved on campus, and non Greek students who aren't involved sometimes feel a little left out. Most of the students are from Louisville, and commute or leave in their own apartment near campus, but there is a Commuter Registered Student Organization.

Jessica

There is a wide range of personality types and backgrounds at this school. The only students you don't see a lot of are those from a low socioeconomic background. There is a community college nearby that does a good job of recruiting at risk students for a very low cost. The athletes tend to be very clicky, but other than that I was able to make friends with everyone.

Corey

This is a commuter school in an urban setting. We've got all kinds of students here. We have students from every state in the U.S. and students from nearly 100 countries around the world. There's no prevalent financial background here, we're a healthy mix of it all. Most students wear jeans and a t-shirt or a hoodie to class, with the occasional sharp-dressed guy/gal and the occasional pajama-clad student here or there. We have some politicians here, the student government is quite active. Just last week there was a rally to protest the tuition hike (it was quite the sight!). Student elections are pretty big here, and I'm not just talking about voting for Homecoming King. A lot of students work nights at UPS to pay their way through school, and quite a bit are here on some sort of scholarship. Of course, we have some students here up to their eyeballs in debt, silently working hard to be able to pay off their student loans one day. No stereotypes here, we're all students and we come from all walks of life.

Melanie

My classmates focus on the lecture and typically keep to theirselves, but are willing to help or give advice when asked.

Drew

My classmates are there to learn and create a great learning environment.

Kristy

The student body at the University of Louisville is diverse in all areas including economic, academic, race, gender, and certainly opinion.

Hillary

My classmates are hardworkers, fun seekers, and unique individuals that want to make the most out of what they have been given.

Andrea

diverse.. theres alot of different people. mostly a commuter school..

alisha

Friendly, helpful and thoughtful.

Christy

My classmates are very friendly.

Savion

My classmates consist of people from varying backgrounds, ethnic groups, and social classes, all seeking to gain a beneficial education while developing lasts relationships with professors and peers alike.

Kacey

Each and every person here at the University has there own background, therefore making each person different from the next. With Louisville being such a big campus most students are very friendly and out-going, with something unique to be taken in from each and every person. Everyone is friends with everyone here, it just takes a little effort to get to know one another at first.

Christine

Intelligent.

Lacey

My classmates are diverse individuals from many different parts of the world.

Caitlin

Very diverse in regards to religion, ethnicities, sexual orientation, social-economic groups, and overall personalities (it makes campus a very interesting place!).

Lubomir

Many of them work hard to make sure they earn good grades, however, some of them spend the entire class playing World of Warcraft or on facebook. Often I find it distracting, but oh well, not every class can be perfect. I still enjoy working with the rest of the people, who really work hard and seem to enjoy the classes - except for the ones that are a part of the required classes, which people take just because they have to. Majority of them still strive to get good grades in those classes, though.

Robin

My classmates have absolutely helped me get through so far. Unfortunately the few I have gotten close to are graduating so hopefully I will meet others that will help me finish the process.

Lecia

My classmates are typically very focused and study alot, we rarely talk however they are helpful in case we miss classes etc.

Elizabeth

My classmates are diverse, eager to learn and come from all different types of backgrounds.

Jennifer

They are diverse in ethnicity and age.

Keri

My classmates are unique and diverse, each having qualities unlike the person sitting next them.

David

They are very social, friendly, intellegent, and different from one another.

Anthony

they are friendly and very helpful when it comes to problems we may face in the classroom.

Evan

They only cared about graduating.

Brandon

My classmates are liberal, acceptive, helpful, and kind.

Keith

Diverse, with most fueled by a deep desire to learn.

Courtney

They are very diverse

Chandra

Most often, the classes that I have enrolled in have had students that were attentive and focused. They seemed to be interested in the class material and the class discussion.

Heather

I usually don't talk to any of my class mates so I really don't know. We all keep to ourselves unless we have a question here or there about an assignment.

Kristen

My classmates are very passionate, inspired people who are wanting to better the world.

Dennis

Young.

Ashlee

My classmates vary greatly. Because the university that I attend is a public university on an urban campus there are all types of students. We have a lot of non traditional students and also commuter students. Most classmates are nice but some do seem distant. Some seem that they are just in the class but not really wanting to be active and some seem stubborn and not open to new ideas. I have mised feelings about my classmates.

Jacquelyn

Depending on the student, there are some that are useful and some that you wonder how the university allowed someone like this into their school.

Rebecca

Most teachers here are more into hearing the sounds of their own voices than trying to create an engaging class that makes students want to come to class everyday..

Danielle

Mostly middle class commuters

Kristoffer

My classmates are all extremely intelligent and great people to be around. I wouldn't trade them for another group of friends anywhere.

BriAnna

My classmates are funny, diverse and eager to learn...