AUJS's Comments
Please bring your own...
"Please bring your own computer. The computers in the library sometimes break down. On the bright side, if you bring your own, you will enjoy the wonders of an entirely wireless campus, and yes, that includes..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
The restaurants off campus...
"The restaurants off campus are great. There are plenty of selections in nearby Tenleytown, and a myriad of ethnic food options inside of DC. "
Posted on 2/20/2009
The drug scene is noticeable...
"The drug scene is noticeable but avoidable. "
Posted on 2/20/2009
My overall experience of...
"My overall experience of American University is mostly positive. I would probably come here again if given the choice. The main factors that would make me less certain than I was at the time I chose AU are the..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
The dorms are fine, but thin...
"The dorms are fine, but thin walls make conversations almost impossible to carry out without anyone nearby hearing. This is especially disheartening at night when you are trying to get to sleep and the people..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
Washington, DC is a truly...
"Washington, DC is a truly extraordinary city. There are so many cultural opportunities that I scarcely know where to begin. As far as other students, DC has a lot of colleges, and the Metro makes visiting..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
I would say you find all...
"I would say you find all types in the way of physical appearance. One thing that does characterize AU students, however, is that the majority are very outspoken. AU is not a great school to attend if you are..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
Diversity is stressed at AU....
"Diversity is stressed at AU. There is much in the way of ethnic diversity. However, in terms of other types of diversity, I find it a bit limited. Politically, the school is very liberal. While there are..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
The professors at American...
"The professors at American University are, for the most part, great. Most of the classes are not oversized, so there is a lot of discussion, which is helpful. Most importantly, they are incredibly knowledgeable..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
I enjoy the library at...
"I enjoy the library at American University, although there are certainly nicer ones I saw when taking campus visits in the college selection process. But, it serves its purpose. The nice thing is that AU is..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
Varsity sports are pretty...
"Varsity sports are pretty much a joke. American University (infamously) does not have a football team. The Division I men's basketball team is fun to watch and made the NCAA Tournament for the first time in its..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
The campus police do not...
"The campus police do not catch the vast majority of drinkers and drug users. When they are caught, the consequences can be relatively painful. Also, I should mention that American University is a dry campus, so..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
The food on campus is decent....
"The food on campus is decent. The Terrace Dining Room is the only dining hall, and it's good most of the time, although one does tire of eating pizza every time that something questionable is the main meal. ..."
Posted on 2/20/2009
