Brown versus Northwestern ED?

Nocreativity1
Wed, 24 Oct 2018 16:03:04 +0000

Publisher not sure when you were last at Brown, but the buildings on campus looked great this last weekend. Several major renovations recently completed and the dorms in spite of urban myth are in great shape.

Keeney quad offers freshman the privacy of very spacious “split” singles and recently renovated common room plus a gym. I am told it is representative if not slightly inferior to other freshman alternatives.

The city of providence has a vibrant college town vibe with lots of new and interesting cuisine plus the old world charm of Federal Hill and it largely traditional Italian food across 30 resteraunts. Numerous great boutique hotels, rthe “River Fire” events, and the RISDI museum are world class. You are also an hour to Boston.

Most importantly Brown kids tend to be happy, engaged and proactive in their academic pursuits (I am sure NU kids are as well). The open curriculum allows them to choose classes based on interest not obligation. Consequently every student in every class is there because they want to be. The extended shop period and pass fail option allow students to explore and challenge themselves. Students work extremely hard and classes are rigorous but the collaborative atmosphere combined with the open curriculum result in a great experience. The social scene is inclusive with traditional cliche groups almost non existent. Great eduction, facilities, city, reputation, student experience etc…

Probably worth trying to connect with actual current students if possible… good luck.

PS what could be better if not sure about what to major in with an interest in theater than a school with open curriculum that boasts Emma Watson, John Krasinski, Julie Bowen and Daveed Diggs as recent alumni.