San Diego is nicknamed America’s finest city for a reason—it offers some of the best restaurants, nightlife, shopping, recreation, sightseeing, and climate in the United States. San Diego is physically and geographically placed at the core of endless things to do. With Barona Indian Casino, the world famous San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, Pacific Beach, Old Town, and downtown, the activities don’t end. In a 10-minute drive west, you’ll be at the beach. A 25-minute drive south takes you to Mexico. A 25-minute drive east is the mountains and snow, and 20 minutes further east is the dessert. San Diego is the only place where you can surf, snow board, and motocross all in one day. It is nearly impossible to go a day being bored in San Diego.
San Diego offers an absorbing atmosphere for anyone, whether they are pursing a degree or a career. Living so close to downtown, college students can make important business connections while they are still attending San Diego State University. Many students wind up getting internships their junior and senior years, and sometimes they turn those internships into entry-level positions. With the endless opportunities that the city affords, you could live in San Diego your whole life and still not experience everything. Though San Diego is a wonderful city, the area immediately surrounding San Diego State can be classified as rather unappealing. Walking away from campus, you’ll notice that the area is not one of San Diego’s finest. Though the neighborhood is not the most aesthetically pleasing, but there is always something going on for students. With plenty of young people, a lot housing, and a fun atmosphere, the area surrounding San Diego State’s campus can be very desirable to a college student.
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Local Atmosphere
I live in small town atmosphere. Even though its combine with another small town its pretty peaceful. We have bowling allies, movie theaters, a valley mall, and many more activities. Within our town most of us play sports if its within school, gym, or even clubs. Were a very active town.
Apr 05, 2012
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The Door to the World
San Diego State includes what, to me, seems like the most diverse area I have ever lived. With a huge international business program, there are students that come from all over the world. So if you are afraid of joining the typical Greek Life which encompasses much of SDSU, there are SO MANY more options than that! Join student organizations, get involved with Residential Education, or play intramural sports. The Aztec Recreation Center is also a huge focal point on campus. Enjoy!
Mar 05, 2012
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15 Minutes from Everything a College Student Could Possibly Need.
San Diego State University is located just outside of downtown San Diego which gives students the opportunity to fully experience college life along with enjoying the city as well. It is located 15 minutes away from the beach which always has events and things to do. Fashion Valley is a huge mall just 10 minutes away with everything a college student can need. The San Diego Chargers play just 5 minutes from the campus so whether it's college or professional there is almost always a game going on. The people of San Diego are all young at heart so college students are a welcome part of the city.
Feb 10, 2012
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