Life On Campus

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Okay, everyone. Now, let’s head over to meet up with Garrett. Garrett is a junior from Columbus, Ohio, double majoring in computer science and mathematics with a minor in environmental science. Garrett can’t wait to tell you about campus life and all the opportunities for getting involved at Tulane. Garrett, we have questions and you have answers. Please, take it away.

– Thank you, Alex. And hello, everyone. Like many Tulaneans, I entered my college search looking for a stunning campus in an exciting city that was new to me. I also wanted a friendly, driven, and passionate student body in a collaborative learning environment, inclusive to all. Coming into my third year here, I’ve seen time and time again how perfectly Tulane lies at the intersection of each of these qualities to create an engaging and unique student experience. Students come from all 50 states and from over 50 countries to attend Tulane. My freshman year suite mates were from San Francisco, Philadelphia, Chicago, and Memphis. We were assigned randomly, but students can also apply to an RLC, learning communities built around a shared interest. Another way that I connected with other students was through my first year seminar class, “Tides”. I took a 15-person class on the causes and consequences of sea level rise my very first semester. It finished with a kayaking trip through a bayou that inspired me to pursue environmental studies as a minor. At Tulane, you will never be bored. Campus programming plus concerts, speakers, and festivals, like our very own Crawfest, our student-run music festival that features over 20,000 pounds of crawfish. Just across the street is the incredible Audubon Park and beyond that is the Fly, a river view park along the Mississippi where students go to watch the sunset on Fridays. My time at Tulane has given me so much more than just an education. I’ve developed amazing friendships with people from around the world. I’ve grown a valuable network across an inspiring and diverse community. And I’ve learned so much from each student I’ve encountered along the way. All thanks to the unique opportunities that Tulane and New Orleans have provided me. Throwing it back to you, Alex.

– Garrett, that was awesome. It’s so fun to hear about the collaborative environment and eclectic campus programming that truly allows students to create lasting friendships and relationships with one another. Fostering these connections with your peers really allows Tulane students to have an immersive campus experience. Thanks so much, Garrett.