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  1. VA07

    Tempe, AZ

    Hello Everyone, I am in need of advice and information about Tempe. I visited last year, but what's the area REALLY like? I will be attending Graduate school at ASU. Can you give me any recommendations regarding apartments off campus. Anyone know about La Mirage, The Enclave, Mandarina, or any others (including good Scottsdale complexes)? How are their areas? Anybody rely on public transportation to get to campus? How safe is the light rail and orbit? A lot of crime? Though I'm pretty street smart, any particular safety precautions in relation to the Tempe area? Any advice is much appreciated! Thanks! Carter
  2. You guys have nothing to worry about I graduated from VCU as an undergraduate in 2007 and let me tell you, I left VCU feeling as if I got the education and DIVERSE college experience I wanted and deserved! I was a transfer from a college that wasn't very diverse in it's student body and it didn't help that it was in the middle of no-where with very limited things to do. VCU not only has a diverse undergraduate student body in the heart of a state capitol, but a very mature crowd overall--I was in class with a great mix of ages which really complimented my learning experience. VCU was at times very "group" work oriented, but nothing a serious student can't handle. But I digress, let me address some of your questions...I lived in the fan area in Richmond, VA for two years and still go back to visit Richmond at least once a month to see friends. I myself am thinking about going back for Graduate school. Living conditions in the apartments around the Monroe Park Campus really are hit or miss--honestly. The question is, what can you tolerate? Are those tolerations reasonable considering that you can rent an apartment (that might not be glamorous and brand new) within a comfortable walking distance to campus? There are many "slum lords" in the area who own many buildings, may not always keep them maintained, and take advantage of the demand for apartments close to campus. I have a fairly large dog and it was hard finding a place for him and myself to live in the neighborhood I wanted to be in, so I had to suck some things up--you just have to make sure your demands for things are met by management, even if you have to keep calling and calling! Areas close to campus I suggest (tree lined streets, duplex/row houses, some low-rise apartment buildings): W. Franklin, Monument, Hanover, Park, West, and some parts of Grace. Some parts of Grace in my opinion can be a bit sketchy---you are still in a city mind you, so one must ALWAYS be mindful of the area around them. If you don't care about living within walking distance I also suggest Carytown---cool, hip, artsy, the Museum District, and also some apartments on the West End. I had some friends at Champion's Club off of Parham Rd. (away from campus) and there are other apartment complexes on that road that seem quiet and laid back if you're into that and are willing to commute/drive to class. PARKING IS TERRIBLE on and around campus--I do warn. If you live in the fan get a fan parking pass from downtown. Street parking is the norm around campus. Some buildings have their own parking but they have LISTS backed up for parking spaces--I was fortunate to get one for a fee monthly but it was worth it. Carytown and Shockoe Bottom are the hang spots with a hub of places to eat and socialize--very comfortable and laid back. Some spots I recommend are Havana 59, the Tobacco Company, Edo's Squid, Capital Ale House, CousCous (also has dancing), Sticky Rice, Mama Zu's, and Galaxy Diner. Greek life is there but I was never really into that scene and it never did cross my path. I've met quite a few cool people just in the library or waiting for class to start in between classes in the Student Center. Oh, btw, right on campus off of the curb, there are a few venders for a quick bite...totally suggest Mobile Munchies. Kat and J are super nice, and make some KILLER gourmet organic wraps and to die for lemonades and teas! Let me know if you have any specific questions...I can hopefully be more helpful! Good Luck!!! Though like any college it has it's issues, over all VCU ROCKS!!! And we have an awesome coach and basketball team, in case you haven't been watching!!!!
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