Campus life at CSU Northridge?

Colleges and Universities A-Z California State University - Northridge
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<p>Hello everyone!</p>

<p>So I recently just got accepted into California State University, Northridge. I am super happy as it is one of my top CSU picks!</p>

<p>I was wondering if anyone who currently attends CSU Northridge could give me a lowdown on campus life. I'm talking social/night life, dorm life (which is the best dorm in your opinion, and why?), greek life, sports, the food, the students, the weather, clubs, activities, etc. I also want to know, how much of a commuter school is this school? </p>

<p>Thank you to whoever responds! :)</p>

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<p>I’m very familiar with CSUN (live in area, went their for part undergrad and MBA…but not a current student). </p>

<p>The school has come a long way since the '94 Northridge quake. It has some very nice new buildings, a performing arts center, and a student rec center that is one of the best in the country. Access to the rec center is paid via your student fees.</p>

<p>They have built new dorms, but I was a commuter so I can’t really comment on dorms and Greek life. The school is still largely a commuter school. No real strong sports teams to rally around (no football - just basketball and other sports). Northridge is a dense suburban area…IMO night life is kind of lacking. Weather is mild but can get chilly at night. Usually hot in the summers to late fall…also dry with Santa Ana winds from September - January.</p>

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<p>An amusing story a friend who went to CSUN told me. </p>

<p>As a new frosh he was nervous about college but looking forward to the changes from HS. As luck would have it, he got stuck with an 8am class so he had to drive to school early. Finishing up his classes later that morning he was going out to his car to drive home. No sooner had he approached the (gigantic) parking lot than this beautiful girl pulled up next to him, flashed a big smile, and asked if he needed a ride to his car! Quite happy about the changes between HS and college girls, he gladly accepted.</p>

<p>Turns out, of course, she wasn’t hitting on him. Just wanted his parking spot.</p>

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<p>^ Haha! Yes, parking is an absolute bear if you’re a commuter and have classes at prime times.</p>

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<p>It’s pretty much a commuter school but the students who live in the dorms create their own community. A friend’s son lived in the dorms for a couple of years. </p>

<p>Congrats on your acceptance. It is a good school.</p>