Not Your Average College Town

Transcript

FAU’s beach side location is a huge draw for students, so we’re going to head less than two miles off campus to the beach and meet Santonya. She’s a sophomore majoring in psychology, with a minor in human resource management and she’s going to tell us how FAU students take full advantage of all the stuff Florida has to offer. Santonya, you’re on.

– Hey everyone. Moving all the way to South Florida from a small town in Georgia felt like a big risk, but FAU proved to be the only school that could provide me undergraduate research opportunities, dedicated advisors, and an excellent faculty to student ratio, in a location less than two miles from the beach. Living in Boca Raton, I’m surrounded by booming businesses, palm trees, and the beauty of the Atlantic ocean, but that’s not the only thing that makes FAU’s location so special. For me, being a short drive from cultural hubs, such as Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Del Ray Beach, provide the perfect opportunities to learn and live in paradise. On weekends, I start my days giving tours to prospective students before heading out to brunch with friends, or relaxing right here on the beach. If you’re feeling more active, there are tons of trails and parks to explore, and FAU’s campus rec offers outdoor adventure tours and equipment rentals so that you can explore South Florida’s great outdoors to the fullest extent. One of my favorite spots to meet with friends and take in the local culture is Atlantic Avenue, also known as the Ave. Here you’ll find street festivals, local businesses and restaurants with amazing food and live music. The beauty of going to school in South Florida is that you’re not confined to campus. We spend a lot of time exploring the local community. Living in South Florida, there’s so much to see and do and so much to learn in and out of the classroom. What some may call a weekend getaway or spring break, I get to call everyday life. What’s next, Alex?

– Santonya, that was amazing and so is that ocean view. I love how FAU students really immerse themselves in the culture of South Florida and explore the natural beauty of this area. What an incredible place to go to college! That was excellent, thank you.