Spelman College
Reviews

Spelman Thy Name We Praise

I LOVE SPEMAN! I couldn't have made a better college chice. he atmosphere, the relationships, the sisterhood, it is AMAZING! I love being there and everything about it! Going to Spelmn will truly be an experience I will never forget!

Could Be Better

There aren't any resturant optons, but our cafe is decent. It isn't the bes, and there are btter days than others, but it is decent

Not Bad

You wont really find drugs or drug use out in the open. Ofcourse they do exist, especially on party nights, but it would be hard to prove.

Atlanta Weather

I'm from Texas so I am us to heat. It gets hot, but there are also cold days and nighs, so would say it evens itself out.

Spelman Finance Family

Depending on who you talk to, receiving financial aid can either be hard or easy. I will be honest, not everyone in that office seems to care, but there are a greatdeal of people who do!

Strict Public Safety

Spelman College is a dry campus as well as a strict drug-free zone. Our policies are strictly enforced, however there is a huge population of students in the Atlanta University Center that do engage in smoking or drinking, off-campus of course.

Sports...

Athletics here are okay. The training and workout facility is open to the entire campus and it is great. I'm unsure what the division of sports is thatthe students here play, however the track team and tennis team are very good.

Spelman Public Safety

Spelman Public Safety might just be the best public safety system in the LAND. They are always on their job, to make sure that us Spelmanites are as safe as possible. There is always an officer manning each entrance to the campus, and they check every male's ID before they can enter campus. Public Safety is a number that every Spelman student has in their phone. There is very little to no crime on campus, and any crime that happens is always swiftly taken care of.

Everything You Need Is Right Here...

There is so much that is near this campus. It's in the middle of Atlanta, so that leaves a lot to do. Everyday, if you have a bit of time, hop on the MARTA and go wherever you feel like stopping.

Easy

Everything in Atlanta is accessible by the marta and it is affordable.

Neither

Spelman has a no tolerance rule for both alcohol and drugs.

Off Campus Food

Atlanta has a lot of places to eat at if you can get to them MARTA is OK if you learn how to use it and have the patience, but it's best to have a car or know someone that does. Around campus there is Taco Bell, Popeye's, and an American Deli most give student discounts. There are also a lot of places that deliver to Spelman too. No matter what you are feeling you can usually get it for a good price. I like eating off campus or ordering in when I have the extra money.

What to Eat

There are about 8 fast food restaurants that are in walking distance of the school. These restaurants are affordable but the area is not the safest to walk through. Most people drive to restaurants that are downtown since the school is only about 5 minutes from downtown.

Spelman College Food and Dining

The Spelman cafe is not the worst of all colleges. Students seem to like the "Fried Chicken Wednesday" and "Fried Fish Friday". Every Wednesday there is fried chicken and other soul food options. Every Friday there is fried fish with hush puppies and rice. There is one other dining choice on campus and which is The Grill. Around campus there are few options. Popeyes and Taco bell are the most popular eating places. Overall Spelman dining is manageable.

Transportation

Public Transportation is really good, the Marta will be your best friend.

Diversity at Spelman

Spelman is a historically black college, in Atlanta, near a few other historically black colleges and universities; so naturally there is a really big African American community. However, there is a lot of diversity in thought, economic backgrounds, political beliefs, religion, and sexual orientation.

The Spelmanite Life

The freshman dorms at Spelman College are just as comfortable as you make them. Most equiptment is provided such as desks and chairs, otherwise Get Creative !

Safety

The public safety at Spelman is AMAZING ! i feel completely safe on campus, they take their job seriously. I know i do not have to worry about anything, except the girls that steal food out of the refrigerator.

Rooted in Tradition

Spelman College is a beautifully intimate place to attend school for four years. There is a lot of history here and the college does well at preserving those traditions. Although, sometimes I wish they could move a little bit faster into the present. All in all, the professors are highly skilled and want to see you succeed, you are safe, and most of all you feel welcome. Thousands of women united around a saying, "A Choice to Change the World!", and it is most definitely true.

Excellent

I would not prefer to go to any other school. Spelman is the best school out there and the opportunities are endless so do not skip out on this opportunity.

Good

We have alot of social events to attend. People are really nice and community service is required that way we all can make a difference

ITS Ok

They offer shuttles for you altough the shuttles should take you to father places.

An All Female Institution

Spelman is an all female institution. However, Morehouse College, an all male institution, and Clark Atlanta University, a coed institution, are both conveniently located across the street from Spelman. The boys and girls from all three schools come from all over the country and have their own styles. There are cute boys and girls, and some not-so-cute boys and girls. It all depends on your preference.

Always a Place to Go

There are multiple computer labs available on campus and one lab that is opened 24 hours. Each computer lab is equipped with printers. There are also computer lounges in each residential hall. There is WiFi in the academic buildings and in the newest residential hall and it is very reliable. My suggestions for Spelman would be to put printers in the residential lounges and have WiFi across the entire campus.

Greeks Are HUGE!

Greek life at Spelman and the AUC (Atlanta University Center, this includes Spelman, Morehouse, and Clark Atlanta) is a big deal. There are various sororities on campus, and they do many different activities. They hold fundraisers, fun nights, community service, and other various activities. The sororities are always present in Greek step shows, and always stroll at Market Fridays or HUmp Wednesdays.