Every university loves a good rivalry. I grew up in the household of two University of Utah alums and naturally thought of BYU as the ultimate rival. I attended numerous sporting events between BYU and Utah and witnessed the typical threats, fights, and profanity. However, I have never seen such an intense level of hatred for BYU until I came to USU. The Snapchat stories offer a glimpse into some of the similarities and differences that may explain where the hatred is stemming from. The BYU and USU Snapchat stories highlight the different personalities that exist at each school. Both stories show the light-hearted social aspect of college. But they have different tones. BYU highlights different homemade meals, all more extravagant than anything I’ve eaten at USU. The tone exuded by the BYU students was one of self-confidence. The guys seemed to have all the time in the world to chase after girls and go on “adventures”. The girls were looking for dates to Disney on Ice or to take pictures in the mountains. The overarching priority seemed to be trying to impress members of the opposite sex. The tone that I received from the USU students was light …show more content…
The two cities essentially shut down on Sunday’s and after 10 pm. Both stories displayed the effects of boredom. A dance battle between spoilers and non-spoilers? An eyebrow design competition? Only college kids bored out of their minds could come up with these sorts of activities. It is very easy to become stressed and many students seek a release. BYU and USU are campuses where alcohol isn’t very prevalent so this release must come by other means. Had this been a university outside the state of Utah, the events portrayed would have been very different. I have had times where I have felt the restraint of living in a small town like Logan and learned to become very creative to avoid going insane in my 1,100-square foot
Rivalry often causes those involved and others to get hurt from the actions that get provoked.
College and universities have made great strides over the years. The campuses have grown, and the resources have improved tremendously. However, it is questionable if that social scene on these campuses has changed for the better over the years. “Work hard, party hard” has become the motto of college students to live by. Students spend the week focused on their academics, striving to grow as intellects. However, the weekend becomes the time when students look to go out and socialize at the various parties. And this is exactly what the weekend is for. With growing causal party scenes, college students have been more inclined to have a casual relationship with the opposite sex. Traditional dating on college campuses is rarely seen anymore
During the time between September 2015 and May 2016 I will be exposing myself to the different environments on collegiate campuses in California and Nevada. These experiences will teach me how to communicate more effectively with my peers, promote mental and physical wellness, and influence ethical decision-making among undergraduate, collegiate men.
Walker, Turley, and Leonard explain the reasons for high tension in Utah a different way. Instead of focusing about problems with the church like Denton, they explain about things happening around the church. They focus on how news of a coming U.S. army puts fear in the people. They quote Heber C. Kimball as saying “that the army wanted to take Mormon women back to the States” (Walker, Turley, Leonard 44). Also, the authors describe how Brigham Young also makes it seem like the second coming, where Christ comes to destroy the wicked, is near and that the people need to prepare for it. They also mention Brigham Young’s strict war policy. Within this war policy, they were to be frugal with all their supplies, and not sell or trade any of it to those of
At the College of Charleston, you are exposed to a plethora of different people from different states, countries and walks of life. Unlike high school, everyone hasn’t grown up in the same neighborhoods or exposed to the same ways of thinking. When I came into college, I ended up not following my dream of doing track and field and decided to just focus on my academics. In doing so, I became involved with different clubs and organizations that were heavily based on academics. One club in particular was a honors organization that included a lot of students from CofC’s honors college. During finals week, we would all meet up in the library or go to Kudo for a study session. I remember asking one student how he was able to stay up for such long
“They sell college like soap, promoting features they think students want: innovative programs, an environment conducive to meaningful personal relationships, and a curriculum so free that it doesn’t sound like college at all” (Bird 36 – 39).
Between family legacies, traditions, and an abundance of college themed movies, books, and television shows, it would be difficult to find a prospective college student who is not familiar with the idea of “Greek life.” For the purpose of this essay, “Greek life” refers to the system employed by many colleges and universities to establish and maintain fraternities and sororities (primarily dominated by caucasian and economically advantages students). It is important to note the existence of fraternities and organizations outside of this stereotypical “Greek” realm, such as coeducational honor and service based fraternities, though even these are not fully exempt from detrimental practices. Fraternities and sororities are often looked down upon with a negative light for a number of reasons, some of which include dangerous hazing habits and unsavory social scenes. While there certainly are undeniable benefits and negatives within these systems, the biggest effect they have is on gender. “Greek life” in college is unhealthy due to its impact on post-college gender expectations by promoting party culture, encouraging misogyny through ingrained tradition, and indoctrinating women into subservience at an impressionable age.
Colleges have always encouraged their students to live on campus, especially freshman. This is for the reason that living on campus allows student to encounter new cultures, participate in organizations, and reach academic heights. For example, Tarleton State University states that “Living on campus will enable [the student] to interact with diverse people enriching [their] educational experience and will provide convenient access to professors and academic resources the campus offers. In addition, on-campus students are more likely to become and stay involved in clubs and organizations” (Tarleton State University, 2016). Along with the notion that students residing on campus are likely to reach academic heights, a study conducted at the University of North Dakota during the fall semester of 1966-1967
Melanie states that “college isn’t so much an academic life , but it’s also a very social and emotional part of who you are , too.” She explains that college isn't about only education but also is socializing with others and knowing yourself. College students also have the rights to socialize with people and
In these dorms, the initial interactions that socially code us throughout college are initiated. These social interactions create and solidify bonds between students that can continue for the rest of their lives. A change to the demographics of the freshman dorms doesn’t just create an immediate effect, but also affects every current and future resident of UC Davis. A freshmen social group that is initially less diverse will lead to a less diverse group of friends throughout the remaining years of their undergraduate studies. This reduces their social group to a less diverse group of individuals, which reduces the chance for them to interact with other cultures and overcome any form of culture shock that they are affected by, whether it be here in UC Davis or later in their careers. Freshmen dorms are the only place that nurtures cultural interaction to create a UC Davis community that is ultimately more unified, accepting, and respectful of all people and their different cultures.
"As we will all suppose, home invasions invoke fear, sadness, anger and bewilderment," college President Arthur C. Vailas wrote in an announcement to the Idaho State institution group. "Our hearts exit to these affected pupils as good as their peers, who fear that they may be subsequent. These scholars are some distance far from house and household and have chosen to attend Idaho State tuition for its fame for prime quality educational packages in a dependable atmosphere."
Desiring to have a better life in future inclines people to focus on their academic career. Schools, exams, busy schedules and a pile of work are quintessential this goal. Therefore, students who want to achieve a better future prefer undergoing hard work instead of engaging in social activities. However, social sides of college do not only occupy a big role, but also has plenty of benefits. Social life in college becoming increasingly essential in today’s world triggered an acceptable consideration: Social parts of college should be considered as equal as the academic parts because of psychological, social reasons and its benefits in terms of future.
In terms of value structure, the morals I held close before I first came to the University of Georgia have only strengthened during my stay here. For example, keeping close ties to my family has always been important to me. My family is tight-knit and I will always feel a strong bond to them. Being separated by my attendance at Georgia has not only diminished our bond, but, instead has made it stronger. We appreciate each other more because I am growing into an adult who can communicate with them as an adult and accept adult responsibilities. They now see facets of my character that they have never truly seen before. My increased interest in academics is one of these changes. They seem very pleased by my eagerness to learn of subjects that, up to now, I have never been exposed to. They have seen this dedication in relation to football, but never with my studies. Though I am still not the student I hope one day to be, always finding the time to concentrate on my classes, I have certainly come a long way. Surely, from this perspective, college has affected me in only a positive manner.
The students who do not adapt and choose to abstain are immediately labeled negatively. By choosing not to participate in the universal activity on campus, these students limit their social life. This is a tremendous sacrifice. College supposedly represents the best years a person’s of life. No one wants to miss out due to being perceived as overwrought and uptight. For this reason,
What if everyone sat alone for lunch, each company did not interact with other businesses, and everyone lived a life of solitude? During college, learning to interact with others plays a large role in shaping the individual. College life provides many opportunities for a student to become involved with others. This socialization can result in a person gaining many benefits, including preparation for the work world. Social development helps a student to meet new people as well as making a person aware of the diversity on a college campus like Saint Peter’s. Human traits have evolved because of the influence that our surroundings exert upon us. The manner in which a person socializes in his or her