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Strictness and some Stupidity

A lot of the strictness on campus comes from who your CF (Collegiate Fellow, aka, RA) is, and how much common sense you have. Some CF's are out to bust anybody they think is drinking, and won't hesitate to call Campus Safety. Other CF's rely on common sense. If you're not being disruptive or destructive, they won't bother you. There are different levels of punishment, the lowest being a $25 fine and a meeting with Residential Life. The highest being up to a $300 fine, eviction, and referral to Director of Alcohol and Drug Education, as well as possible referral to the Student Conduct Board. One good thing, the college has a Medical Amnesty Act, basically saying that if you and your friends are drinking, and one your friends gets into a serious medical situation, you won't get into trouble by reporting it and getting your friend help.

Socially Great, Academically (Depending on What You Study) Meh

As a senior, I've been reflecting a great deal lately on my experience here at Gustavus and have mixed feelings. Socially, it has been wonderful. I've met a fantastic group of friends, and have been given wonderful opportunities that are going to look great on a resume. Academically, if you're studying one of the crowd pleasers (ex. Chemistry, Biology, Comm. Studies, Management, etc.) you're in a great place, and Gustavus will do many things for you. I, on the other hand, am in one of the smallest departments on campus, which has two students (including me), two faculty members, and hardly any presence on campus. The program is kind of a joke, and I'm not being intellectually challenged. If I could do it again, I would have transferred to a bigger (and less expensive) state school.