<p>We definitely found some southern schools “too” southern, top of her list for that was UVA. I think she felt thatr Elon was more laid back, although we went in the summer when the kids were not there. We are going back in two weeks, so she may just change her mind about the whole south thing. I will say we noticed a definitely difference in the friendliness and approachability of the people we met at the southern schools we check out: Elon, Wake Forest, JMU, High Point. People there held doors open, said hello, were open and friendly etc. During a visit to Syracuse, people let the door close right behind them and ignored us. Even in follow up phone calls to the NC schools, everyone has been truly lovely. Where did your daughter decide to apply? Are you in the Maryland or Virginia suburbs? Hope it is all working out for you and your daughter. I can’t wait until it’s OVER…and then I get to do it three more times :)</p>