Visit Report by sarit_om (Member since October 28 2005 with 365 posts) Visit Date - March 2006
Visit to Santa Clara University in March 2006 by sarit_om (Student, HS Class of 2005)
Visit Activities:
Campus Tour:
Yes - Standard, but fun. The tour guide was nice and laid back. Showed us everything and told us what we needed and wanted to know. Classroom Visit:
Yes - I had two, one history and one music history. The music history was taught by a Jesuit. Both were really interesting, and they are not my intended major. The teachers were engaging and intelligent.
Santa Clara University Campus:
Friendliness/Courtesy of Students: 5 - Excellent -
I approached random people and they always were more than willing to help.
Friendliness/Courtesy of Staff: 5 - Excellent -
Since it is a fairly small school, the staff was able to really engage with students.
Appearance of Campus: 5 - Excellent -
Santa Clara University looks like paradise.
Building/Facilities Maintenance/Cleanliness: 5 - Excellent -
Not much to comment on here. Everything was clean and beautiful.
Dormitories: 4 - Very Good -
The one I was in - the italian one, i can't remember the name - Villa something - was the best. But it was a really awesome dorm.
Security/Safety: 4 - Very Good -
I hear they don't really have anything to do, but I have no real idea.
Overall Campus Impression: 5 - Excellent -
Amazing. And I'm saying that even though I chose not to attend SCU.
Off-Campus:
Area Immediately Around Campus: 3 - Good -
silicon valley = great for engineers, but for everyone else, its a town
City/Town/Community: 4 - Very Good -
san francisco is a train ride away...
Campus Visit Notes for Santa Clara University:
Visit Description:
The college students are as hospitable as can be. Ask them questions, and I'm sure they'll help.
The place is like a resort/country club. It is calmer than the larger schools, and you benefit from smaller classes, more beautiful setting, more attention in general to your personal needs.
Hotel/Lodging Recommendations or Comments:
in the dorms if possible
Dining/Restaurant Recommendations or Comments:
What the students eat. You'll be more informed about the choices, plus its good food. My whole family ate in the dining hall.
Other Comments (Transportation, local attractions, parking, etc.):
Check out the herb garden if you have time!
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I approached random people and they always were more than willing to help.
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The one I was in - the italian one, i can't remember the name - Villa something - was the best. But it was a really awesome dorm.
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silicon valley = great for engineers, but for everyone else, its a town