Important Facts to Know About Illinois State University

Illinois State University is a large school in terms of population, however has a small school feel in regards to the centralized makeup of the classroom buildings around the quad. As stated in my blog post, "What can be found on, and around the ISU campus," I reiterated the close proximity majority of the campus buildings, from the student recreational facility to nearby campus-run dining centers, every service a college student may require can be found on or near the hear of the ISU campus. Also only a short walk from the quad and you will find yourself in Uptown, Normal; a quaint, yet busy location filled with shopping, restaurants, and much more. Constitution trail, an amazing paved path dissects Uptown and provides a relaxing escape to clear your head and simply take a walk.

Sporting events here at Illinois State allow for students to escape from their daily routines of studying, working, and sleeping; thus enabling them to come together as a student body, and cheer ISU student-athletes on to victory. As stated in a past blog of mine entitled "Sports: The stressed out college student retreat,"the energetic feeling found in college sporting arenas is unlike anything else. These environments provide for a sense of belonging, not only in regards to the team the crowd is cheering for, but because you are there among your fellow student body and faculty. Its a sense of community that is shown at sporting events such as these, and is one of the feelings I will miss most of all upon graduating this upcoming spring.

Illinois State University will not force you to study, to become involved in clubs/organizations, or to be proactive in finding a job during or post-graduation. However, the university will provide you with all the necessary tools to accomplish anything you set your mind to. The rest is up to you, as life will continue moving whether you are ready for it or not. Illinois State has been my home for the past three years, and has taught me more about the world, as well as myself, than I could have ever dreamed. There is no better moment than the
now, and now is the time to state your passion, and make it happen.

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