Monthly Archives: December 2011
The Claremont Colleges Social Environment Part (3)
There seems to be a strong bond among these students who are studying to be future movers and shakers in business and industry. Although it’s ok to be undecided, many students arrive with specific career goals in mind. Pitzer students are the most counter-culture and quirky of the five campuses.
The Claremont Colleges Social Environment Part (2)
Their team-based approach starts in first the year and it pulls in students who like to collaborate and socialize. Ultimate Frisbee is a favorite on this campus. High school students who may have spent their last four years behind a keyboard will grow in their ability to converse and express complex ideas.
The Claremont Colleges Social Environment
Each of the Claremont Colleges can be viewed with their individual social style and unique values of the student body. At Pomona approximately a quarter of its students are valedictorians, and the rest rank in the top 10% of the class. They are high-achieving students who like to talk, have fun and relax. They are clean-cut and happy to be at Pomona.
Case Western Reserve University Social Environment Part (2)
However, those who prefer a measured and moderate pace in which to study will find this rhythm on campus. Competition is not the prime motivator. CWRU is pulling in students who have a practical expectation of making a positive difference in this world. However, they are not out to break the mold and tend to be traditional in their dress and political views.
Case Western Reserve University Social Environment
CWRU is great for those students who like to conduct mega research, love technology infused with liberal arts and willing to study like heck. CWRU is also for those who like a large university in a mid-western, large city, where there is less formality and more congeniality.