The State University of New York Binghamton

This school has absolutely 0 school spirit which is something I never realized was so important. All my friends at other schools go to football games and homecoming was a huge thing. Here, the parade had maybe 50 people attend and there is NOTHING to do on the weekends during the day besides going to Walmart or the Mall. Usually people just sleep all day because the parties start so late and getting a taxi back at night can be an hour long process. EVERYTHING is off campus party-wise which is incredibly annoying dealing with not only the 10 minute ride plus $6 round trip not even including the prices for drinks in bars. It really winds up adding up to a lot of money. During the day its $7 a head each way if you want to go somewhere shopping which is ridiculous meaning that you need to take the bus which usually isnt that bad...but if you get on the wrong one...lets just hope you dont have any ice cream in your Walmart bag b/c it will surely melt. I'm probably transferring within the year because they neglect to tell you all these things.

PS if you get stuck living in the shithole they call Newing, be prepared to join a frat or sorority or say goodbye to a social life b/c you are literally only surrounded by those people. PPS They have NO all freshman dorms which really blows b/c its hard to meet people that dont just want to rush you into their sorority or frat living in Newing. If you come here...live in Mountainview where the suites are they're the only good thing about this school.

1st Year Female -- Class 2011

Education Quality: B, Campus Aesthetics: F