Hunter College - Local Atmosphere

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Hunter’s campus is essentially New York City itself. With the subway a few steps outside of the buildings, you could be anywhere in minutes. Not that there’s a lack of anything to do around town. To the west is Central Park, where students can go for a walk or find a nice patch on the lawn to sit and read. To the south are shopping meccas such as Bloomingdale’s, and scattered around are little boutiques, restaurants, and movie theaters. New York City is one of the most popular travel destinations for a reason, and its museums and theaters aren’t just for tourists.

Those looking for a culture kick don’t have to look too far. The Museum of Modern Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Asia Society are all within walking distance. Shoppers may be a little disappointed by the unfriendly student prices of stores in the area, which is one of the setbacks of residing in one of the wealthiest zip codes in the city. The streets within walking distance of the campus are primarily lined with stores, though most of them, such as children’s boutiques or antique stores, students may quickly pass over. If you’re looking for a younger and more college-like atmosphere, take the train to Astor Place. New York City is expensive, so be sure to use your school ID to your advantage and get discounts throughout the city.

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sunmee Hunter '11 Social Work and Youth Services Jul 28, 2010

City Atmosphere B hunter college is located on the upper east side, which can get quite busy because of all the businesses and the vicinity it has to central park and the museums. but since the school will be moving to harlem in 2011, the atmosphere will be totally different. the new building should help because the current building is outdated and needs to be technologically updated to keep up with student needs. 12345 Report Local Atmosphere

Manami Hunter '13 Languages and Literature Mar 13, 2010

It's New York City A+ It's New York City. Of course, it's going to be filled with a lot of different activities, places to hang out, and cultural events. The neighbourhood is beautiful and you can get to anywhere within the city with ease. 12345 Report Local Atmosphere

kohagan Hunter '13 Feb 10, 2010

NYC -- the city that never sleeps A+ How could the local atmosphere be any better? In the city that never sleeps, you'll find friends and acceptance whether you stay up all night partying or studying. New York City's liberal leanings mean a very open accepting study body and faculty. There are tons of other colleges in the city with other students you can connect with. The shopping is fabulous, the cultural opportunities are limitless, and for those party animals, the nightlife is exciting. 12345 Report Local Atmosphere

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Five Fun Facts about New York:

Over 300 movies and over 100 television shows have been set in New York City.

Staten Island residents voted to secede from the city in 1993, but such a move would require state approval.

Over 180 countries and languages are represented and spoken in the city.

Six in ten residents ride the city’s subway system, including Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who can be seen every morning on the 6 line.
• New York City is known as the ‘City That Never Sleeps,’ ‘the Big Apple,’ ‘the Big Snapple,’ Gotham,’ ‘the Naked City,’ ‘the Capital of the World,’ ‘the World’s Second Home,’ or, simply, New York.

Famous New Yorkers:
50 Cent, Woody Allen, Claire Danes, Robert DeNiro, George Gershwin, Jay Z, Norah Jones, Herman Melville, Mos Def, Jack Nicholson, Al Pacino, Colin Powell, Tito Puente, Adam Sandler, Martin Scorsese, Jerry Seinfeld, Christopher Walken

Local Slang:
Subway – Known as the train

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