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Jesuszilla

New College of Florida '14
Majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Member since 9/9/2011

Computers at New College of Florida

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Library Has Many Good Options and Wifi Is Everywhere

Our Library is shared with USF Sarasota campus, so there are tons of resources for a school of ~800 people. The network is as reliable and fast as I've ever seen in a semi-public place (bandwidth can get crowded at certain times, but, you can get a wireless router to alleviate the problem).

Sep 09, 2011

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Campus Housing at New College of Florida

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These Are Some of the Largest Rooms in Florida

The new dorms are very nice. Dort and Goldstein are spacious and rather clean. The Pei dorms are nice in size and maintain a wonderful society that everyone is a part of (since almost all first-years live there). The price is average, but the A/C works and repair orders are easy enough. The housing side of campus is compacted around the student center, which is convenient. Most classes are across the overpass, but it's not too far.

Sep 09, 2011

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Campus Strictness at New College of Florida

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The School Is Liberal on Most Subjects That Won't Get Them in Legal Trouble.

The school maintains strict safety rules concerning fire code, events, etc. But, they certainly follow the theory that an intelligent group of young adults can be trusted to make wise decisions. The people who can't handle that sort of freedom/trust responsibly, tend to drop out within the first 2 semesters. There is an understanding between the campus police and the students that everyone is there to maintain a safe environment and the localization of parties to a very small area prevents any safety issues with DUI's etc.

Sep 09, 2011

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Campus Dining at New College of Florida

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The People Who Work in Ham Are Nice and Try Hard, but the Food Seldom Reflects That.

Our board contract is with Sodexo, which does most of the prisons in our country. The food we get isn't prison quality, but it's definitely not the best. One alternative which, as of recent, accepts meal plan money is the Four Winds Cafe: which is the amazing opposite of Ham and serves awesome, organic food (if it is a little slow).

Sep 09, 2011

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Off-Campus Housing at New College of Florida

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There Are Numerous Off-Campus Housing Selections Near Our School That Save a Lot of Money.

There are many apartments and common houses that are often familiar with New College students. I've found that many are occupied by groups of friends and they seem to be of fair quality. The ones I have seen are pretty close to school and students help each other find places to live.

Sep 09, 2011

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Weather at New College of Florida

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Florida Is a Beautiful Place (If a Little Hot) and Sarasota Hasn't Been Hit by a Hurricane in 60+ Years.

Nearby Siesta beach frequently places in the top 3 beaches in the world. Lido beach is immense and beautiful. There are numerous nearby parks and the sunshine complements them wonderfully. If you love sunshine, this is as good as it gets.

Sep 09, 2011

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Scholarships at New College of Florida

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We Have Helpful People Here That Are Able to Work With You Personally.

At a student body of ~800, the financial aid staff is well endowed for working with anyone in need of help. All students who attend receive an academic scholarship of $500-$2000 a year and the financial aid people are willing to help you find more.

Sep 09, 2011

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Majors at New College of Florida

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The Biochemistry Program Here Is Intensive and Well Provided for.

Besides the wonderful bevy of over-qualified (they work here because they love Sarasota) teachers who offer the standard lessons required for Biochemistry, there are adjuncts who frequently come in and offer exciting courses. The labs are well stocked for the size of our school. There is also the Lovelace undergrad research internship where you can get paired up with a real research scientist in New Mexico over the summer.

Sep 09, 2011

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