<p>;) Don't worry Seiken, I love you too ^^;; kisskiss.</p>
<p>Thanks for the advice, momrath. :/ I guess I have to figure out how to make my college-list more balanced, and find a 'niche'. </p>
<p>Integrity09: Well, now I know not to assume, based on the evidence of just one Smith student. The programme sounds interesting, and some of my friends are applying to Smith too.</p>
<p>Fiona dear, the State of Ohio DOES NOT include appalachia! Appalachia is a mountainous region of the eastern U.S. that ranges from upstate New York to northern Georgia. Certainly the greater Columbus, Ohio area is not appalachia. No mountains, dear.</p>
<p>Haha, I found some information on Wikipedia. Appalachian</a> Ohio - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia But I guess they're probably using a strict definition. Anyway, Ohio doesn't really appeal because it's not so cosmopolitan and more down-home traditional.</p>
<p>Btw, are you from OWU? You seem very supportive of the school, you must've had a great experience with it (:</p>
<p>Much as OWU seems interesting, I really am doubtful on whether the quality of science at HMC or Stanford and OWU are comparable.</p>
<p>Have you looked at Swarthmore? (strong in sciences, culture of community engagement and service.) I second (or third) the Carleton recommendation also.</p>
<p>Just goes to show you that Steven Colbert was right; any Tom, Dick or Harry can post his "facts," no matter how dubious, on Wikipedia.</p>
<p>See Appalachian</a> Ohio or Foundation</a> for Appalachian Ohio or Ohio</a> Appalachian Center for Higher Education or ...</p>
<p>Second the mention of Swarthmore. If Reed appeals for the reasons you cite, Swat will, too.</p>