<p>Only one thread and three posts. My, my. >_></p>
<p>I actually visited UCLA and USC in two days during Thanksgiving break. I'm not biased and I really liked UCLA's campus much better. USC's campus seemed more boring and I didn't really get the "vibrant" feeling I got at UCLA. I actually thought the campus was definitely not as well-kept as it could have been. Some people we walked by did give me the snobby feeling and I get the feeling that USC students aren't as friendly as UCLA students from the few conversations/interactions I've had with both students. Sorry this is all negative but I want to know what you USC folks think about my comments and hope you guys can prove me wrong >.<</p>
<p>i went to ucla for 6 weeks this summer for school, and after that i went to tour the usc campus and see what it's like. i personally like the ucla campus more than usc's, but usc's campus is still super clean and i know i did not see trash anywhere. i was very impressed with usc's campus and thought it was very well kept</p>
<p>Taiwaneseterror-
I can't SAY because I've never been to UCLA, but I completely believe you. I wouldnt be surprised if their campus was nicer. I really want to go visit sometime.
As for the snobby thing- I must say it really isn't true. I mean, YES there are many snobby people... I would even agree if someone said there were more snobby people at usc than other schools like UCLA, but by no means is the majority of the school snobby. Really. </p>
<p>Most of the people I've met are really nice and warm. If I ever meet a snobby person, I just dont talk to them- problem solved! The truth is, there are snobby people at every school, and you just have to ignore them.
Really, most people I know here are warm and receptive.</p>
<p>Well, UCLA is in a better neighborhood, so I'm sure they have a better campus. I didn't find anyone snobbish at USC, though. The tourguide was sooo nice. My mom liked him out of all the tour guides out there. I thought USC had a relaxed feel to it. The weather was so nice and there were actually people napping on benches. I haven't been to UCLA, but that's alright because I'm not applying there. I'm out of state so private school works better for me.</p>
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I actually visited UCLA and USC in two days during Thanksgiving break. . . . Some people [at USC] we walked by did give me the snobby feeling . . .
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<p>Well, gee, who could argue with such indepth analysis. Don't mean to make fun, but this did seem amusing to me.</p>
<p>What's so "amusing" about it...? It's pretty easy to tell the atmosphere of a place if you're in it. So you can't tell how New Yorkers are when you're walking in the middle of Manhattan? </p>
<p>Plus I'm not even saying USC students ARE snobby. I'm just saying that's the feeling I got from walking around campus. People just don't seem as friendly (in my opinion). But this is from the very little interaction I've had with USC so I hope I'm wrong.</p>
<p>Btw I don't see what being in a good neighborhood has anything to do with having a nice campus. My boarding school is located in a city that has the 2nd highest crime rate in Pennsylvania, but our campus is pretty damn nice.</p>
<p>What's amusing TT is that you got a snobby feeling from people just "walking by" them, and then you challenge us to prove you wrong. What can we do to change your "feeling", assuming we even would want to.</p>
<p>Maybe all the non-snobby people went home to their families for Thanksgiving, that's why. ;)</p>
<p>I was watching a college tour video of USC, and there was an interview with this one guy who said, "Yes, people do care about what they wear and how they look here. But that's good. It's like vitamin C...for the eyes....everyday....right on campus..."</p>
<p>hahaa</p>
<p>Yeah, Thanksgiving - when most people are home - is not going to give you an accurate feel of the school.</p>
<p>My thanksgiving break was 2 weeks...so I visited when school was still in session.</p>
<p>Ok...if you want specific examples ...fine. These are just little details, but little details are what makes a good or bad impression. </p>
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<li><p>I got lost several times on campus looking for the admission office. So I asked some people for directions and they didn't exact give me a very good impression. This included the security guy at the gate. </p></li>
<li><p>I went into the admission office and someone was behind me. I held the door for about 10 seconds for him to go in and he just walked by and said nothing. I mean, who isn't gonna expect a thank you? I later realized he was my tour guide. </p></li>
<li><p>He wasn't very friendly either. He simply stopped at a point and talked to the rest of us and when he finished he kept on walking on his own. </p></li>
<li><p>He also gave whomever that asked a question somewhat of an attitude. I'm not saying he was rude or anything but it just wasn't the attitude that anyone would expect from a tour guide. I am one myself for my school and I know it's not that hard to joke around or simply be friendly with the prospective families. When I went to the UCLA tour session, none of their tour guides were like that and they were all extremely friendly. MAYBE I just happen to get the worst tour guide. </p></li>
<li><p>When I was buying lunch at one of the dining places the ladies were kinda rude to us. We were looking for some seats and some guy was obviously sitting at a 4 people table and had his backpack on another chair. He SAW my mom and I looking for seats and he didn't even bother to offer us seats.</p></li>
<li><p>One of the girls in our group gave a student that walked by a "fight on" sign and the student looked at her like she was crazy. </p></li>
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<p>Um....anyways I have spent too much time writing this. Just imagine yourself in my situation......yes, you would also not have a very good impression. Of course there were a lot of positives I saw during my visit, so don't get me wrong.</p>
<p>you're absolutely right. 4 rude people in a 30,000 person campus definitely means everyone is rude. I know you don't think everyone is rude, but trust me.. you can't make any generalizations about a campus this size. </p>
<p>And also, the lunch lady was just tired. The go there everyday hours on end just swiping cards. And the guy had every right to be eating there like you had. Obviously, he was not super compassionate, but he didn't actually DO anything rude.</p>
<p>He could have also been saving the seats for his friends. I didn't experience any sort of rudeness. The people in the admissions office were super friendly and helpful. The students were all nice and relaxed, though I didn't like the fact there were a few smokers there leaving behind a trail of smoke. >_></p>
<p>Yes...I know, there are some things called manners. The problem is that I didn't really meet anyone who was that friendly. But w/e...those were basically my only negative comments about the school when I visited. And I'm glad you know I don't think everyone is like that. I have friends at USC and they're nothing like that. </p>
<p>Other than those few negative comments, I really like the school. One question though...is the building with all the different country flags on it the main building for the college of arts and science? It looked kinda small to me to be the main building for such a huge school.</p>
<p>It's where the departments of political science and international relations are, which is why the flags are there.</p>
<p>Doesn't sound like a good match for you. I would move on and consider elsewhere. Maybe go try a UC lecture hall or tripled up dorm room.</p>
<p>Err....why does everyone think I hate USC now lol. Ok...if those are the only negative things you have to say about your school, I'd think you really like your school. I'm not stupid enough to give up USC's good academics, athletics, and location for some little complaints I have about the lunch lady or tour guide.</p>
<p>Lol....because whether or not you fit into a college depends on whether you like your tourguide. really. </p>
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