Visit Report by Marilyn (Member since September 30 2005 with 244 posts) Visit Date - July 2008
Visit to Carnegie Mellon University in July 2008 by Marilyn ()
Visit Activities:
Admissions Interview:
Yes - On 2nd visit; talked with SCS faculty 1st visit Information Session:
Yes Campus Tour:
Yes Classroom Visit:
Yes - S sat in on computer class
Carnegie Mellon University Campus:
Friendliness/Courtesy of Students: 3 - Good Friendliness/Courtesy of Staff: 4 - Very Good Appearance of Campus: 4 - Very Good Building/Facilities Maintenance/Cleanliness: 3 - Good Dormitories: 4 - Very Good Security/Safety: 4 - Very Good Overall Campus Impression: 4 - Very Good
Off-Campus:
Area Immediately Around Campus: 4 - Very Good City/Town/Community: 4 - Very Good
Campus Visit Notes for Carnegie Mellon University:
Visit Description:
First visit included tour, arranged visit to School of Computer Science. Second visit was Sleeping Bag Weekend.
Hotel/Lodging Recommendations or Comments:
Hampton Inn University Place - great staff, free shuttle
Dining/Restaurant Recommendations or Comments:
Nothing exciting yet, son is starting in two weeks, will explore more
Other Comments (Transportation, local attractions, parking, etc.):
Great conservatory in park right behind campus
