After living in a suburb most of my life, coming to the Twin Cities for school has been both intimidating and exhilarating. There is no doubt that after one year under my belt, I have fallen in love with both the campus and the city.
The first benefit of having a campus immersed in the Twin Cities is the constant activity of the people. No matter what day it is and where you decide to live, there is always something going on. From small concerts to professional athletic games to exploring shops and galleries downtown, there’s always something to do in the bustling city.
Because the campus is not isolated, there is automatically large diversity among people surrounding you, giving you a chance to meet different people that you wouldn’t have otherwise. From different races, ethnicities, cultures, religions, and other demographics, it is refreshing to have a wider range of people around.
Another bonus of the campus (for all of you 21-year-olds) in the city is the great variety of bars. Some are a short walk from the apartments, while others are just an Uber ride away. Not only are most bars college-oriented, but they are another outlet for meeting people around your age in a fun and relaxing environment.
Not only can you find great going-out places, but for all the food lovers out there, you will find endless delicious restaurants without a doubt. Because so many people are in such a small radius, there are always new restaurants opening up with different varieties of food, giving each weekend an exciting place to dine out. What’s more, because there is such a diversity of people within the city, the restaurants tend to have a wider range of food and cultures, giving everyone the opportunity to explore new cultures and find a new favorite food.
Though it is convenient to live in the city for social its aspects, there is a network of people and job opportunities that greatly exceeds that of a small college campus.
By living in an atmosphere that has multiple businesses in all types of areas, you are automatically provided an advantage to find a place to gain experience and build your resume during and/or after your collegiate years.
Lastly, because the campus is intermixed with the city, everything is at the tip of your fingers. Cars aren’t necessary and walks through the town are enjoyable and refreshing. When everything you could ever want is wrapped up together, it’s a wonder why every college campus isn’t in a city.
