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Where are the colleges bursting with school spirit?

I've been involved in pretty much everything in high school - sports, clubs, student council, you name it. I love the sense of community, camaraderie and spirit that comes with it. Where can I find colleges with a ton of school spirit? Any recommendations would be fab, my dudes.

a year ago

Absolutely, college can be a lot more fun when everyone gets into the spirit! Thankfully, there's no shortage of schools with strong school traditions and camaraderie.

The University of Wisconsin, Madison (UW Madison), for instance, has a reputation for students who are highly engaged in college activities from athletics to the arts. Their "Jump Around" tradition during football games is a sight to behold, with the entire stadium jumping in unity between the third and fourth quarters.

University of Southern California (USC) is also notable for its school spirit. The mottos "Fight On" and "Trojan Family" pervade every aspect of the campus, from academics to athletics. The Trojan Family is often touted as standing strong together, providing support network for each other.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC Chapel Hill) is another one that's known for its school spirit. Their basketball games, for instance, gain a great deal of enthusiasm from the students. Also, "Tar Heel" pride is consistently evident in the community, from wearing University colors to rallying around their fellow students in various endeavors.

Lastly, Penn State University is renowned for their yearly "White Out" game and their dance marathon known as THON, which raises millions of dollars for pediatric cancer.

Keep in mind that college visits (whether in-person or virtual) are a great way to gauge the school culture and spirit. Also, when researching schools, don't forget to consider other factors like academic rigour, extracurricular offerings, and financial aid packages in addition to school spirit. Good luck!

a year ago

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