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Granville is not a typical college town. There are no clubs for students to frequent, and while there are coffee shops, a lot of things in town close early. Five o’clock is when most businesses shut down for the day. The local atmosphere is, in a word, quiet. Denison University is not in an urban setting, so students looking for the excitement of big-city life won’t find it here. Some say that the quietness makes the area boring, but sometimes the stillness of Granville is Denison’s greatest asset. It provides a safe atmosphere and is a great place to walk in the evenings.

If you need city excitement, though, it is around. Some students hang out in Columbus around Ohio State University. There are plenty of clubs and concerts in Columbus. The Gallery Hop draws many students during the year, and High Street is always a fun place to walk around. The important thing about local atmosphere is this—no matter where you are, you will find something to surprise you. The cultural aspects of Granville are not the same as in a larger city like Chicago or New York, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t there. You may not be able to find a renowned art gallery in Granville, or even Newark or Heath, but you can explore the Indian mounds, some of which have fascinating stories behind them. The key to enjoying a small town is to explore the area and discover any secrets that it’s hiding.

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martinc60

Economics and Econometrics '15

2.3

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G-Vegas

Theres not much to do in Granville, its a sleepy little town about the same size as the school.

Apr 11, 2012

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cehester

International Studies '15

4.2

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Great Granville

Granville may be quiet and quaint, but it has a welcoming atmosphere. Every Saturday there is a Farmer's Market in town, but there is little to no nightlife outside campus. There is a number of great little restaurants and a handful of overpriced, high-end boutiques for old women. If you are interested in shopping, just hop on one of Denison's shuttles and visit Easton Town Center for the day. It's hard not to fall in love with a sweet little town like Granville.

Mar 27, 2012

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campdenidoo12

Economics '12

3.5

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Cute If Somewhat Dull Town

Granville is a beautiful with small town charm. It's very safe, but can also be dull because of how small it is. However, Columbus and Easton are fairly close so when we need more to do, we go there.

Dec 06, 2011

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