Kansas Honors College

my-3-sons
Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:01:04 +0000

buzymom-My S is a very happy OOS student at KU. The campus is beautiful and located in a great college town. Lawrence and its residents are very supportive of KU and the students. Houses fly KU flags and residents sport KU colors. The city of Lawrence is very active and has a vibrant music scene. You can view some pictures I posted on the CampusVibe section of CC.
[University of Kansas - Videos, Photos, and Visit Reports](http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/vibe/university-of-kansas/)

The student body and administration have been very friendly and welcoming. My S has been able to get the classes and advising he needed, although students do need to learn to advocate for themselves. Plenty of assistance is available but no hand holding. My S is on the shy side but after a learning period, has managed to navigate the big school system. There is a healthy Greek presence but my S chose not to go Greek and has had no trouble finding friends and enjoying a social life at KU.

I believe Honors students can elect to live on Honors floors in Templin Hall. There is also themed Living/Learning Communities housing. Scholarship Halls offer a unique living experience where all the residents (about 50/house) perform household chores in exchange for lower housing rates. They offer a real community feel. There are also a lot of off campus housing options and the KU shuttle services several of the area apartment complexes.

I’m sure you know that sports, and particularly basketball, are a big part of the typical KU student’s life. Basketball games are always sold out and being in Allen Fieldhouse on gameday is just an incredible experience. The Fieldhouse is often listed as one of (if not) the best places in America to watch college basketball. Watching the pre-game video and hearing the Rock, Chalk chant will give you chills. Of course, perennially contending for a national championship always helps! Football is a little different. Winning the Orange Bowl in 2008 was a real boost but the program has hit a rough patch in recent years. The games are attended and supported, but at KU, basketball is king.

Our family has been very happy with our S’s decision to attend KU.