<p>AwesomeOpossum-- thank you as always for your thoughtful responses. They always offer an honest perspective on the school. We loved Pitt and my son was so excepted to be accepted into Dietrich. I am a little bit concerned about the size but based on your comments, it seems very personal and manageable. Friendly students too. But I am so surprised about the smoking. We only visited once but we did not notice that at all. It is a bit disappointing I must say. We will be more vigilant when we go back for an Admitted Student day but that could really be a huge turnoff for my son. </p>
<p>I know students can’t smoke in buildings but do they congregate outside of the doors? Or is it just everywhere as you walk down the main streets?</p>