I Visited Emory Oxford and here's my review

Colleges and Universities A-Z Emory University
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<p>Well, I just got back from Emory's Oxford College. I'll start by saying one word: isolated.
After driving for about 40 minutes from the Atlanta Intl Airport, we arrived to the campus. The nearby area has a commercial aspect to it. But, it is no more than big supermarkets and working class clothing. Anyways, so once I drove onto the campus, I was shocked; it was truly gorgeous. The buildings are set up kinda like a circle. They call it a 'quadrangle.' Everything is very green, and the quad is a nice size area with benches. Once we checked in, we were given a tour of the campus. The tour guide was a freshman student who was very charismatic about the school. She said: "Emory is known as a 5 minute campus; you can get from one side to the other in at most 5 min." The tour guide brought us through every building, so I will break it down:</p>

<p>Dorms- Pretty small and old. Although there are options to stay at newer dorm rooms, the room we were shown was really old and grimy. All the rooms shared a bathroom in the hall, and there were sinks in every room. Every dorm hall has like a lounge that is kinda dull. There's a pool table, ping pong, and a t.v. Besides that, the place looked kinda dull and quiet.</p>

<p>Gym- Once again a pretty old building, but kept well. The tour guide didn't show us the weightroom or the indoor swimming pool, but she did show us where dance lessons are held. Honestly, was not impressed, it just looked like a lecture hall converted into a dance studio</p>

<p>Different Classroom buildings- The tourguide took us through several different buildings, each of a specific field; science, humanities, ect. First off, I was not impressed at all for a school with such a reputation. The Science lab was older than anything I have ever seen before. In fact, my mother, who is in her 50's, said when she was in college it was even newer and more updated than what that was. Next, some classrooms were very hooked up and had like these huge electronic computer screens that were used as blackboards. With that, I was impressed. However, still, the actual classroom was old and honestly nothing special. Later on, we actually sat through a class and it was alirght. The classes are very small less than 30 kids. They usually sit in circles. </p>

<p>Library- Not the newest thing out there, but there are books, lol. One thing I liked about the library is that there were a bunch of computers set up and free printing. One thing I must add is that the majority of books there looked kinda old. Just thought Ide throw that in. The library is open practically 24 hours; 8am to 5 AM. </p>

<p>Dining Hall- is not so big, but, yet again there aren't so many students. The food was ok. It seemed fresh and clean. </p>

<p>Student Center- There was a cute small bookstore. There was also a 'Coffee House' thats used every Sunday for free coffee. This was actually verrrrrrry nice. It was decorated in a museum kinda way. The tour guide said they have musicians come there ocassionally.</p>

<p>After the tour I asked a bunch of questions, and went around the campus talking to current students to get some feedback. Here's the summary:</p>

<p>Basically, Oxford is a low key, tuned down school. The education is extremly rigurous, and I have heard from many it is harder than Emory's education since teachers are more demanding. The social life here, unfortunatly isn't so great. Once you finish classes, there's just homework and clubs, not really much else to do. On weekends, besides Atlanta it is very boring and quiet on campus. The campus, in general, is always very quiet. The students are nice and friendly, but I was kinda disapointed with the school. Overall, the majority of students I asked said the education was great but the social life wasn't. The entire time I was at this school, I didn't feel like I was at a college, I felt as if it was a kind of sleepaway camp. The place itself doesn't really have a college feel to it. I have visited UMiami, Emory U in Atlanta, UMaryland College Park, Princeton, and many others and honestly, I was not to thrilled about this campus. I mean despite its outdoor aesthetics, the actual school is not what I am looking for. I am looking for a school that has a lot to offer academically and socially. While Oxford may be very difficult, it doesn't have much of a variety. </p>

<p>I will end this 'review' by saying, if your considering this school you need to visit. I come from new york city, so, obviously if your from a small town, maybe you'll appreciate this school more. The school stil is very small so I guess you may feel a kind of a communal sense. If you have any questions, post away. I'm here for you.</p>

<p>I will give a link of pictures i took with my camera so u can see what it looks like.</p>

<p>Good Luck</p>

<p>Eric
P.S. Sorry about my grammar and spelling I wrote this kinda late.</p>

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<p>mreric - that was a great report - honest and descriptive! Thank you for posting!</p>

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<p>Of course people should take ito account that ur describing the Oxford camus no the main Emory University.</p>

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<p>Ive visited both campuses and I can tell you the Emory-Atlanta campus is much newer, modern, and resourceful. However, Oxford has the huge benefit of small classes, while Emory has larger ones.</p>

<p>If your an optimist you can look at it as if your getting a touch of both worlds; Rural and Urban.</p>

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<p>I visited Oxford a few days back and actually enjoyed my visit there more so than Emory. At Emory there was this elitist undertone, and the faculty and students had an arrogance. When I mentioned Oxford, I didn't exactly elicit the greatest reponse, and the communication between the two schools interdepartmentally is horrible. The Comp Sci and English departments had no idea of going ons at Oxford,and were real hestitant to help me set up a program for after I tranferred. The only thing about Emory I like, was its beautiful campus, reminded me a little of Cornell.</p>

<p>Oxford on the other was a great experiance. The faculty were more accessible, and were more willing to help me out than Emory faculty. The students were very friendly, and very intellegent. I was overnighting, and my hosts and I were up to 12 discussing religion, perceptions, foriegn philosophy, historical overtones, and other deep topics. Was I bored, not really, despite what people say about doing stuff on campus, there is alot offered. You just have to be proactive. Students have thier own clubs in Oxford, but are able to join Emory clubs. Also unlike Emory, Oxford freshman can have cars, so you can easily leave the campus if need to. I had a ball there, the campus is very beautiful, and facilities are nice. The administration is very helpful and connected with the students, in fact one the deans plays ultimate with the students or as he calls it be tortured by not being able to throw a frisbee. The other thing I like about Oxford, was the inherent leadership development. Being a two year school, students are precipitated in leadership roles and have many oppurtunities. While Oxford isn't for everyone, if you want that small LAC, closeknit enviroment with alot of freedom, you may end up liking Oxford. </p>

<p>The only thing I wasn't a big fan of was thier comp sci program which is practically nonexistent with like three courses in total. But other departments are real strong.</p>