Baltimore

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 And now we’re gonna hear about life beyond campus. Lauren is a junior studying history and double minoring in American studies and education. And she’s gonna share just a few of the many things there are to love about going to college in Baltimore. There are 160,000 students at 13 schools in Baltimore, making it very much a college town. Take it away Lauren.

– Thank you, Alex. I grew up in Connecticut, close to New York City and I wanted a college experience with the culture and resources of a city. When I visited Loyola, I loved the location in Baltimore and the emphasis on student involvement and engagement in the city. Baltimore’s the perfect college town, there’s something for everyone. It’s affordable, easy to navigate and fun. If you’re a sports fan like me, you can catch an Orioles baseball game at Camden Yards, one of the most beautiful stadiums in the country and cheer on the Ravens during football season. The inner harbor is home to the National Aquarium, Maryland Science Center, and a scenic waterfront where my friends and I love to rent paddle boats. As a history major, I’m always looking for museums to visit. I love that the Baltimore Museum of Art is a short walk from Loyola’s campus. And for all the foodies, Baltimore’s home to the best crab cakes, farmer’s markets, food trucks, and gourmet restaurants. Another perk is Baltimore’s proximity to Washington, DC, just a 30 minute train ride away. Many students and alumni choose to pursue internship and job opportunities right here in Baltimore since it has all the benefits of a big city with a small town feel. With 250 unique neighborhoods, it’s impossible to run out of things to do and places to see. It’s no wonder they call Baltimore charm city. There’s a crab mac and cheese calling my name. Back to you, Alex.

– Lauren, that was amazing and so is that waterfront view. How great that you’ve been able to get off campus and really explore and discover Baltimore during your time at Loyola. It seems like such a great place to go to college. Thanks for telling us more about what Baltimore has to offer in terms of culture, history, outdoor activities, festivals, and more. That was great Lauren.