College Survey

* What is the name of your college or university?

Indiana University Bloomington

* How many students go to your college?

Somewhere between 35,000-45,000.

* Is your college coed?

Yes, and so's my dorm

* How many subject are you taking this semester?

I usually take about 15 credit hours (5 classes).

* Who is your favorite teacher?

Some professors that I remember enjoying were Gregory Kazsa (EALC), Lynn Struve (EALC), Jennifer Liu (Chinese), Michiko Suzuki (Japanese), Glen Gass (Music), and the guy who teaches the Chinese film courses.

* How did you decide which college to attend?

A lot of people from my family went to this school, and when I visited for the first time, I fell in love with it too.

* What are three big differences between your college life so far and your high school days?

The biggest change was the wonderful social environment, the optimism/idealism, and the freedom to study whatever I wanted.

* In the West, one of the most valued parts of college life is independence. Are you more independent from your parents now than you were in high school?

Obviously I had to be since I lived 1500 miles from home.

* Talk about relations between upperclassmen and freshmen. What kinds of things do freshmen have to do for initiation?

There wasn't much of that at my school, but then again I wasn't involved in the Greek System where that sort of thing may have taken place.

* What other things do upperclassmen do to freshmen? Were you a victim of "hazing" by upperclassmen?

Never.

* What is your major? Why did you choose your major? Do you have any regrets?

Although I initially wanted to study art, I couldn't afford the supplies so I majored in Asian studies. I would say overall that it was a good thing for me.

* What is the most difficult class you have taken so far?

Math killed me every time. I was so glad when I finally passed it.

* Have you ever pulled an all-nighter?

Sure, I would either stay up real late having philosophical conversations with my friends, or studying...not so much because I had to but because it was fun and I enjoyed the camaraderie.

* Are you a member of any student groups? Which ones?

I was involved with student government at Collins, the Collins Columns, Dancing Star Lit Mag, and several informal groups.

* Are there some professors that you can learn from more easily than others?

I got the most out of my smaller classes where there was opportunity for discussion. I also enjoyed professors who were engaging and passionate about their subjects.

* What are the top three changes you would like to see happen at your university?

I wish that registration was electronic in those days, and that advising was easier.

* What do you think of student government?

I think it's only as good as the people who are involved in it. I was involved and I enjoyed being about to solve problems and put on fun events for the community.

Does participation in student government bring any benefits to the participants?

I think it made me more confident to try new things, and definitely helped me meet more people.

* What are the top three things you hope to get out of (get as a result of) your university days?

My main concerns in life were exploring different ideas/subjects, expanding my horizons, and learning how to handle life as an adult. I'd say that college helped me with all of those things.