I'm kind of into spooky stuff, and it'd be wild to go to a school with its own ghost stories or haunted buildings. Does anyone know which colleges have reputations for being haunted? Some personal experiences would be great too!
There are some really interesting stories out there about haunted colleges in the U.S. Here's a few that standout:
1. Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida: This college is said to be haunted by Henry Flagler's wife who roams the halls of the former luxury hotel turned college.
2. Ohio University in Athens: The Wilson Hall of Ohio University allegedly sits atop an Indian burial ground and is notorious for reports of ghostly sightings.
3. Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania: The College is located near the site of the historic Battle of Gettysburg, and there have been numerous sightings of ghostly soldiers on campus.
4. Fordham University in New York: There are several ghosts purported to troll through the gothic buildings on campus. A famous one is a missing soldier from the Civil War known to haunt the campus.
5. University of Notre Dame in Indiana: The main campus of the University is rumored to be visited by the ghost of the founder, Father Edward Sorin.
Remember, each of these stories are likely a mix of truth, history, legend, and a dash of added drama. Hence, while they may add an element of thrill to your college experience, it's vital to prioritize academic factors in your college selection process!
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