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College Kid Preferences

What's up everyone? I was just thinking, what do you guys think college students want the most? Is it more free time, better dining hall food, cheaper textbooks? Let me know your thoughts.

9 months ago

Hey there! It's definitely an interesting question and the answer can vary widely depending on who you ask. However, here are a couple of things that frequently come up in conversations with college students.

1. Lower Tuition and Fees: The cost of college can be a significant burden, so many students would love to see a reduction in tuition or other college-related expenses. Cheaper textbooks and course materials can definitely be part of this. Some students even opt for used books or digital versions to save money.

2. Mental Health Support: Being in college can often be quite demanding, both academically and socially. Better and more accessible mental health services are high on the wish lists of many students.

3. Quality Food Options: Yes, you hit the nail on the head with this one! Better dining hall food often features high on the list. Many students desire more variety, healthier options, or more sensitive dietary accommodations.

4. Flexible Scheduling: As students juggle classes, jobs, extracurriculars, and more, flexible scheduling—like more options for night or weekend classes—could be extremely beneficial.

5. Better Housing Conditions: Depending on the university, some students might crave improved living conditions, which might include bigger rooms or more modern facilities.

Every person's wish list might be different, but these are some of the things that often pop up. I hope this offers a little insight!

9 months ago

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