Georgia State University

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Attending Georgia State is truly a unique college experience, with the University being in the heart of a huge city, amongst not just students and academia, but thriving businesses, corporations, and music and art scenes. Yes, the school has its shortfalls—its reputation academically isn't consistent, and it still struggles with the "back-up school" label—but because of GSU's size and status as one of the few research universities within the state of Georgia, it is constantly being affiliated with other top state schools like the University of Georgia and the Georgia Institute of Technology. The students that complain don't take advantage of the many opportunities that the school provides. Given the metropolitan area, students will most likely be able to find a job or internship applicable to any area of study. Because the campus is in the city, students who choose to go to GSU should be prepared for more than just a few classroom buildings on a green-lawned campus.

Students who get involved with student organizations get to know the University a lot better than those who don't take advantage of such opportunities. Plus, students sometimes get resume experience from their on-campus involvement. For example, if a writing major gets involved with something like the school newspaper, he or she gains on-site experience that could lead to an internship or at the very least be a good resume boost. Even more than that, student involvement on campus leads to interaction with many different people, which can lead to friendships. So it not only helps you professionally, but forces you to branch out socially to the 30,000-plus people that take classes at Georgia State. Long story short—yes, Georgia State prepares students for the future, but, as most college experiences go, it's up to the individual to determine how significant that preparation is.

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Off-Campus Dining at Georgia State University

anadiano

Fine Arts '14

4.6

A

Tons of Places to Eat

school is in downtown there are tons of upscale places and tons of hole in the wall nasty places to eat.

May 22, 2012

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Inside Scoop at Georgia State University

anadiano

Fine Arts '14

2.3

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I Don't Really Know

i feel like it's really large and intimidating, i feel like the entire school is ran by students. every office has a work study student that doesnt really care about helping you out, they just want to get back to their phones, or their computer screens, and get their menial wages. i have been there for 1 year now, have had nothing but issues. i just cant afford to go to a better school right now. The painting department is ran by really awesome people but there arent enough classes for the amount of students so you can never get the classes you need. its frusterating.

May 22, 2012

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Parking at Georgia State University

Toraje94

Management Sciences and Information Systems '16

1.5

D+

Bad Parking

Parking on campus is a disaster. There never seems to be a vacant space available in the parking decks, even with the $10 parking fee. If you want to get to get to classes on time, I highly suggest that you utilize public transportation.

May 19, 2012

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