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Architecturally Unique

CC has made an effort over the years to vary the styles of architecture of the buildings while still ensuring cohesiveness that really is uniquely beautiful. Modern buildings such as Cornerstone and Tutt Science Center have clean, crisp designs and are were built with environmental friendliness in mind (both are LEED certified). Older buildings like Palmer are gorgeous too. The few buildings from the 60's and 70's aren't nearly as pretty but are still perfectly functionable. Worner Campus Center is close to all 3 major freshmen dorms and houses 2 dining areas, a coffee stand, student mailboxes, a small workout room, a small computer lab, arts studios, an art gallery, and several offices upstairs. There are also comfy couches and study and meeting spaces. The gym has a climbing wall, which is fairly popular, and there's also an ice rink that hosts $1 skating at certain times of the day. The library is nice enough and fairly large - only complaint is that is doesn't stay open 24/7 for occasional all-nighters and sometimes gets crowded and loud during the hectic 4th week of the block.

Administration Is Not the Police

CC has what the administration itself refers to as a "wet-campus". They won't generally get underage drinkers in trouble unless a serious problem arises, and this really is for the best. It allows students to let someone know if there is a serious problem. The same goes for weed on campus - it's best if you don't advertise that you're doing it but the punishment for getting caught the first time with it is only a fine. CC supports having the Colorado Springs Police patrol the area but they only break up house parties when they get too loud and will occasionally ticket people if they are walking around with open containers. Overall, CC administration only intervenes if they fear for someone's health or safety.

Unpredictable Is an Understatement

Colorado weather is extremely unpredictable. I've literally walked somewhere in jeans and a t-shirt and gotten caught in a blizzard an hour later. Layers are a must and even if it's in the 70's it's not a good idea to go anywhere without a jacket. It snows a decent amount but it usually melts pretty quickly and hardly ever rains because it's so dry. As soon as it's decently nice everyone is outside from noon till dinnertime.

Delicious but Sometimes Pricey

CC is right next to downtown so it's a quick walk to lots of restaurants, many of which take gold card plus money which can be added to your student account by you or your parents and used as a debit card. Lots of restaurants offer CC discounts too. Most restaurants are moderately priced and there isn't much in terms of fast food within walking distance, but there also isn't much of a demand for it. Popular places to eat include Wooglins Deli, Poor Richards, La'aus, Josh and Johns, and Fujiyama.