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Local Atmosphere

B
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Fun Local Trivia
  1. Tallahassee is the state capital of Florida.
  2. It is ranked as the No. 2 medium-sized college city in which to live.
  3. Tallahassee is considered one of America's most educated cities.
  4. On any given day, you may run into George Clinton (Parliament), Ted Turner, Jimmy Buffet, or several other celebrities who live in the area.
  5. The Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science, also called the MOAS, was formerly known as The Museum of Art and Science and the Odyssey Science Center. The MOAS offers a variety of educational programs, and FSU students have participated in a chemistry magic show. It also encourages student exhibitions, and admission is free to students.
Local Slang
  • Fixin' to: Meaning "getting ready to"
  • I reckon: A Southerner says this meaning "I think that"
  • Sink: A shortening of "sinkhole"; these are fairly popular swimming holes that dot the Apalachicola National Forest south of campus. The water comes from underground springs and is ice cold. These are great for hot August afternoons.
  • The Strip: The stretch of Tennessee Street near campus that consists of several popular student bars and clubs
  • Tennessee Waltz: Hitting all the bars on Tennessee Street in one night; this is usually done in celebration of a 21st birthday, when many of the drinking establishments offer a free beer or pitcher to the celebrant.
Points of Interest
  • Challenger Learning Center
  • FSU Reservation
  • Goodwood Plantation
  • Maclay State Gardens
  • Mary Brogan Museum of Arts and Sciences
  • Museum of Florida History
  • Wakulla Springs State Park

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This is a Southern town, so expect things to move at a slower pace. However, don’t be fooled into thinking that nothing happens here. During the spring and summer, the state legislature is in session and the town is filled with movers and shakers. For political science, business, and communications majors, this can give the opportunity to see the deal-making and schmoozing first-hand. As for students that do not have an interest in government or legislation, there is still a lot to do in Tallahassee.

Tallahassee is home to two universities and a community college, so there is a large student population present, and not with just FSU students. This means there are twice as many bars, parties, and other activities to keep the average student entertained. More intellectual pursuits are also available in the form of museums, nature trails, and archeological sites. For the more adventurous, there are numerous places to visit that are within a few hours drive of town, including Wakulla Springs, the Florida Caverns, and the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab. Students also like to go to Panama City where the culture is very eclectic. Just keep in mind that appearances can be deceiving, and there is more to do in Tallahassee than meets the eye.

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Local Atmosphere at Florida State University

chadroar

Meteorology '14

3.5
B

New to Town but Happy

The FSU campus is pretty neat! It's hilly which is a nice change of pace from flatter places in Florida. The campus is also near downtown which is cool, there's tons of restaurants around. I haven't lived here very long but I live in a comfortable part of town with a really cool vibe to it and I love it.

May 27, 2012

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Local Atmosphere at Florida State University

aalpizar

Fashion and Apparel Merchandising '14

3.8
B+

Variety

Tallahassee is a small town but there is a great variety of things to do and see around the area. Florida State University for one, is a top attraction for students since it is a college-town. The bars, clubs, and mall are major hangouts during both the weekdays and weekends for students. There is also the Rez, where you can go to get some sun and midtown, a central location for some fun.

May 21, 2012

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Local Atmosphere at Florida State University

animaliese

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology '14

1.5
D+

Only If You Like to Party

If you don't find partying fun, you won't find the local atmosphere very exciting at FSU. A large portion of restaurants are chains, the others are expensive, and if you want to just go hang out somewhere at night, you can't. Tallahassee is dangerous. Renting an apartment (even with roommates) is expensive, especially when factoring in utilities.

May 17, 2012

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Facts

Shopping Centers
  • Governor’s Square Mall
  • Market Square Shopping Center
  • Tallahassee Mall
Major Sports Teams Jacksonville Jaguars: football
City Web Sites
Distances to Nearest Major Cities
  • Jacksonville: FL: 3 hours, 30 minutes
  • Panama City: FL: 2 hours

Movie TheatersWhat's This?

AMC Tallahassee Mall 20
2415 N. Monroe St.
(850) 386-4330

IMAX Theatre
200 S. Duval St.
(850) 645-7827

Regal Miracle 5
1815 Thomasville Rd.
(850) 224-2617

Regal Governor’s Square
1501 Governor’s Square Blvd.
(850) 878-7211

Student Life Cinema
113 S. Wildwood Dr.
Florida State campus
(850) 644-4455

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