Hi, guys! Does anyone know of any colleges in Texas that are reputed to be 'haunted'? I find ghost stories super captivating.
Sure, there are indeed some colleges in Texas with longstanding ghost stories and folklore that you might find intriguing. Here are three that come to mind:
- University of Texas at Austin. Several buildings are said to have resident spirits. The most famous among them is probably the Littlefield Home, a stately old mansion that some campus tours even point out as being haunted.
- Texas State University in San Marcos. Butler Hall is supposedly home to a ghost named "Stella," believed to be a former student of the school. In the university's Old Main building, the spirit of a former university president is also said to make occasional appearances.
- Baylor University in Waco. Several buildings on campus have ghost stories attached to them. The most notable among these are the Carroll Science Building where the spirit of a former student reportedly haunts the upper floors and the basement, and Burleson Hall where individuals have claimed to hear a piano playing despite the room being empty.
Remember though, while these stories can be fun and enticing, they are just that — stories. Legend and lore may entertain, but they shouldn't necessarily influence your college choice. Always make sure to look at concrete factors such as academic programs, faculty, resources, and campus culture as you consider different colleges.
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