Case Western Reserve University
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Students note other academic institutions playing a minor role in the local atmosphere, but students tend to venture most often to Coventry, the traditional local college town and to other local hubs of entertainment in the city (the Flats club district). The local atmosphere on and around campus varies depending upon which direction you go, and dramatically so. Students usually see the less wealthy neighborhoods as highly dangerous and rumors are abundant regarding the bad things that can happen once you “set foot past” certain streets. The ‘better’ areas literally border these neighborhoods; the contrast of local atmospheres is remarkable.

The campus itself and the outlying areas are jammed with cultural institutions. Northeast of campus is not a very safe place and there are not many student attractions located there. Southeast of campus are wealthier neighborhoods of Cleveland Heights, Little Italy and Coventry. If you travel 20 or so minutes West, you hit downtown Cleveland, more museums, arenas, shopping and dining. Southwest for about thirty minutes takes you to Cuyahoga National Park and plenty of outdoor possibilities. North is the lake, the beach, and more fun outdoor possibilities—though, it is not advisable to swim in the lake due to high coliform count warnings during most of the year. In the warmer months free festivals and concerts abound. In general, not all activities and attractions in Cleveland are easily accessible, but if students devote a little effort to exploring the city, they won’t be disappointed.

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Local Atmosphere at Case Western Reserve University

matchmanmatt

Engineering '15

2.7

C+

Cleveland Is Cleveland

There appears to be a lot of stuff to keep you entertained around Case, however I have found that very few students take advantage of the opportunities. Free admission to museums and concerts is an awesome selling point, but Case kids typically don't get out of their dorms. If you want to do anything, either find an adventurous group of friends (difficult at Case) or be comfortable going on your own.

Apr 25, 2012

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courtneycheatham

Social Work and Youth Services '12

4.2

A-

Euclid

lots of activities at the local library, rec center, and shore cultural center

Mar 26, 2012

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dlikens

Pre-Law Studies '15

4.6

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Never Bored in University Circle, Cleveland, OH

The University Circle area of Cleveland is a great place to live. It offers access to the best of the best. Students can visit the Cleveland Art Museum and Botanical Garden, catch a show at Severance Hall and walk a short distance to dine in Little Italy. It's a beautiful area with world class entertainment, medical service and much more. I LOVE Cleveland!

Mar 16, 2012

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