I’ve lived in a pretty small town on the outskirts of Greensboro, NC for roughly 11 years and I always knew that when it was time for me to choose where I wanted to go to college, that it would be somewhere urban and about two hours away. I wanted to be a little farther from home and I made sure that my college choices reflected that. But all of this changed when I toured the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) for the first time. Here are five reasons why I chose to attend UNCG.

1. I Immediately Felt at Home

When I first stepped foot on campus I immediately felt that this was the school for me. I felt that here at UNCG, they really want me to thrive and succeed. Also, the overall atmosphere of the campus and the faculty being so welcoming convinced me to attend.

2. I’m Able to be as Creative as I Want

Here at UNCG, I’m able to tap into my creative side as freely as I want. There are many organizations on campus! As a creative outlet this semester, I chose to be apart of The Odyssey. I am able to write about topics that I am passionate about.

3. There is a Place for Everyone

When I started applying to colleges, I wanted to make sure that I wasn’t just going to be a number. UNCG is a mid-sized campus, so you can't really get lost in a crowd. Also, this made it easier to make friends, have support from my teachers, and get involved on campus.

4. The Campus is Diverse

UNCG has a diverse student body which allowed me to meet people from all walks of life. I have the chance to learn about many cultures, beliefs, and attend a school where sexuality is openly expressed and celebrated.

5. The School is Strong Academically

UNCG has so many courses that challenge you and push you to your full potential. Here, I am able to reach a new capacity and find out what I am actually capable of academically.