I've seen that Ellensburg, Washington could be a potential college town for me - the small-town feel, the nature - and just wanted to ask those who have been there or are there, how are the universities? What's the student community culture like?
Hey! So, if you're looking at Ellensburg, the main university there is Central Washington University (CWU). It's a mid-sized university with a variety of academic programs to consider. As for culture, it's definitely an environment where you'll sense a tight-knit community. There's a healthy mix of students from different backgrounds and lots of opportunities for engaging in the campus life, whether it's through student clubs, Greek life, sports or service organizations.
Environmental, Geological, and Information Technology programs receive special praise at CWU due to the surrounding natural resources and proximity to Seattle's tech industry. The surrounding mountains provide a unique opportunity for geological studies and the InfoTech programs benefit from the university's strong connections to Seattle's Big Five tech companies.
The university's location also offers students a great balance of outdoor activities and cultural events. Think hiking, camping, fishing, skiing in the surrounding areas during your downtime. That said, remember the weather in Ellensburg can be a bit unpredictable, with cold, snowy winters and warm, dry summers.
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