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papa_justify
Reed College '14
Majoring in Biology
Member since 3/3/2010
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Tradtional Structure at an Untraditional Environment
If one is truly interested in their studies Reed should be at the top of their list. Reed provides a classic liberal arts education including a hellish workload, a diversity of subjects, and excellent professors. Reed is not for the light of heart. Students work to the bone, and would work more if there was any time. Professors are all PhD's and love their subjects. Students must interact closely with professors due to the conference system, in which there are classes with as few as four or five students. Reeds curriculum is very traditional, and to some may seem limiting, with many requirements and a somewhat small offering of classes.
Dec 29, 2011
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Commons
Commons is basically the only place for campus dining. Because Bon Appatite has a monopoly on food on campus, food prices are a bit high. The quality can be pretty good, but in general it is so-so. Local ingredients are used, but it often seems like they are turned into salty mush. At almost every meal there are around 7 options in Commons, so usually you can find something that's appetizing to you. On weekends, however, Commons sucks. There are kitchens in many of the dorms, but you still have to buy a board plan if you're living on-campus
Dec 29, 2011
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Getting Around?
There are a few options for transportation at or around Reed. The most common is the Portland bus system, which has a stop at Reed. It is pretty cheap, but the routes are a bit limiting. It takes about 30 minutes to get to downtown Portland from Reed (SE Portland) on the bus. If you drive there is free parking at Reed, which is definitely a plus. If you live off-campus there is a night bus that runs until very late that will take you home for free!
Dec 29, 2011
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