Stetson University wins the prize for most improved. It is amazing the transformation that has occurred since I last visited. The grounds are well-manicured with beautiful landscaping. It reminds me of Elon in appearance.
The primary emphasis at Stetson is to produce citizens who are not only engaged in research, but involved in the community. They want to produce students who will make a difference in the world.
Having met faculty, students, administrators and the President, each seems truly dedicated and excited about their learning community.
Some unique opportunities include music scholarships to non-music majors, the Bonner Scholars Program, student participation in the service-dog program New Horizons.
Pet friendly dorms are now available on campus. The next big new thing is Division I non- scholarship football coming in 2013.
Florida Southern College in Lakeland is truly by a lake. You can get a dorm room with a vista lake view. Their campus was named "The Most Beautiful US Campus" by The Princeton Review. The oldest part of the campus was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Many of the newer buildings also reflect this same architectural style.
Their motto is " Learn It, Live It, Own It, Love It. " There is a four-year residential requirement. Each student is guaranteed an internship and a study abroad experience. They describe their curriculum as transformational. Self-designed majors are the norm .
They have a diverse population. Lots of school spirit is evident in their gym with " The Viper Pit." Greek houses are on campus. Student Greek participation is 30-40%.
Strong majors are business, education,, nursing, fine arts.
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