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Angelica-Jasmine from Plano, TX
01/05/2016Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 1 of 30
Categories Comments Food and Dining The cafeteria itself and various cafes that are present on the campus are absolutely perfect for the student life. You are welcome to different atmospheres of eateries where you can hang out and stuff yourself with delicious goodies and meals.
Dorm Life However, the dorms themselves are simple enough to add your own spin of personality and to form a everlasting friendship with a potential roommate.
Academic Rigor The classrooms allow a connection between the students and professor as the use of American Sign Language is the key way of communication to interact during the lessons. They take pride in their academics and of their determined, motivated students.
In three sentences This university radiates a welcoming atmosphere with students and faculty that are tight-knit and are accepting of one another no matter their status. The buildings are widely dispersed but overflowing with history as they offer varying activities, courses, and majors.
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Ryan from Puyallup, WA
12/02/2014Reviewer is A current student here.
3 out of 3 people found this review useful. 2 of 30
Categories Comments Campus Safety Though there is room for improvement, the DPS (Department of Public Safety) is stellar in quickly notifying its students via email about incidents on and off campus as well as other emergency protocols taking place such as campus wide lockdowns and so on. They are quick to respond in emergencies as well as stellar in cooperating with other personnel.
Greek Life We may not have Greek houses, but we do have a greek floor as well as our own chapter rooms. Greek life is another way of establishing as well as forging new friendships! We have a total of three sororities and four fraternities to choose from! Go to the rushes and see which one suites you best!
Clubs and Activities To list each club and activities here is next to impossible! Each year there are new clubs forming and others disappearing. Gallaudet University matches the desires that the students wish for such as racquetball, dodgeball, Student body government, rainbow society, and so on! The list is always rearranging. I encourage you too look at your website and see what you think of it! If you like what you see then that gives you all the more reason to either come to the university or stay!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus One of the three major traditions here at Gallaudet University is the rat funeral. To quickly dismiss the underlying question, no it is not a funeral for rats. This tradition is for freshmen students and transfers as well. The first semester here all freshmen dye their hair in different neon colors and change it every two to three weeks. Come february during second semester, they all shave their hair off! This is known as bald day. At the end, a lock of hair from the participating freshman and transfer group is put in a jar and stored for the end of the year ceremony. Come the day for the ceremony, each transfer and freshman pair up all dress in black and walk in a long line and walk the course chosen by that certain class all while not smiling and no matter the weather! The second tradition is not necessarily for all students and not encouraged due to legality. Leave your mark is what it is called. A student must gain access by whatever means to the underlying structure of Gallaudet University and make their mark in the pipes or on the concrete walls underneath the university. Typically the structure is sealed off so good luck with that! The last and final tradition here at Gallaudet University is Graduation day! This is for both Graduate and Undergraduate students as well. Before the ceremony takes place, each student goes through the coffin door. It is rumored that if you go through it before your graduation day you will not graduate. The coffin door is about seven feet tall and four feet wide all in black.
What to do for fun If you are looking for fun on campus, there are a ton of things and ways to do that. We have a pool, rock-wall, a dance studio, and an open gym for dodgeball basketball and much more. We have a baseball field and track field should you want to be outdoors. various clubs and organizations are provided that a=have access to all of these things! If you are looking for something off campus, everything is either within walking distance or via metro system. Nothing is not reachable here in the District of Columbia!
Food and Dining Like every college, they have their pros and cons. Unfortunately our con is our food. Though it may not be a gourmet meal you see in division one schools, it is still delectable.
Dorm Life First and second year students are required to live on campus for growing safety reasons. You will meet many people from many walks of life. It is imperative that you keep an open mind when meeting potential dorm mates. Each floor competes with the other floor either through established campus activities or such as games like nerf war and so on. Get involved you will reap the benefits dorm life has to offer you!
Academic Rigor The first semester here at Gallaudet if you are a freshman will be probably the most easy courses you'll be taking. Start off strong, do not slack, and that will put you in a strong lead for later on. Remember, you get caught lying and violating academic rules and integrity, it is taken seriously to the matter of expulsion. Teachers and staff members are available to you either during office hours, email, or other forms of communication. If you need help, just simply reach out and ask.
Tips for prospective students The first week here at Gallaudet will be confusing and probably overwhelming and that is completely normal. Help is always provided here and no question is left unanswered. Whatever receipt or email that is in regards to scholarships, books, health related notes and so on, SAVE THEM! They just may save you later on.
In three sentences Gallaudet University is one of the only colleges in the world that teaches in American Sign Language completely. The diverse background and cultural aspect is what brings students from across the globe to the heart of the United States. With endless opportunities and a place to discover yourself, Gallaudet University welcomes everyone from everywhere.
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Determined Deaf Student
02/26/2014Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Great for these types of students Adult Degree Program - Online Courses.
What to do for fun Campus Activities serves as a resource center to provide student, faculty, staff and visitors with a wide range of services to meet the needs of the community.
Food and Dining Students will be eating in the Hanson Plaza Dining Hall.
Dorm Life All first-year and second-year undergraduate students are required to reside on campus.
Academic Rigor High expectations for all students. Academically treat all students as if they are college bound.
Tips for prospective students Recognize the environment. Adjust to the changes in the academic requirements. Create your solid friend group. Time management. The dreaded exam week.
In three sentences Gallaudet University, the world's only university with programs and services specifically designed to accommodate deaf and hard of hearing students, was established in 1864 by an Act of Congress, and its charter was signed by President Abraham Lincoln. Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, multicultural institution of higher education that ensures the intellectual and professional advancement of deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
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Klimentina from Washington, DC
02/18/2014Reviewer is A current student here.
0 out of 1 people found this review useful. 1 person found this inaccurate. 4 of 30
Categories Comments Campus Safety good!
Greek Life very interesting..
Clubs and Activities too many to name
Great for these types of students People who are interested in ASL and people who loves to party.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus THE BALD DAY. the freshmen traditionally dye the crazy colors until February, they will shave their heads together.
Bang for the buck no comment
What to do for fun there are so much to explore in D.C.
Food and Dining EH. EH. EH
Dorm Life AWESOME! PARTY ALL THE TIMES!
Academic Rigor Challenge me at right level.
Tips for prospective students The professor, students, and everyone guaranteed will sing in American Sign Language
In three sentences Gallaudet University is the place for people who are interested in American Sign Language especially when you are profound deaf, its the place for you.
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Sam
12/04/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 5 of 30
Categories Comments What to do for fun Gallaudet has many clubs, events and activities that take place on campus. Sports are very popular as well as the theatre department.
Food and Dining Typical college dining. However, since Gallaudet is in DC there are many places off campus to eat.
Dorm Life Im not sure since I have never lived on campus.
Academic Rigor It can be challenging at times but nothing out of the ordinary.
Tips for prospective students Always have confidence in yourself whether your signing ability is fluent or not.
In three sentences Gallaudet University one of the world leaders in bringing education and career development to deaf and hard of hearing students. It is a dynamic university and focuses on striving for excellence on researching topics realted to deaf people such as history, culture, and language within the deaf community. This University brings awareness to what deaf culture is all about.
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Amanda from New York
06/01/2013Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety It's fenced in so it's pretty safe
Great for these types of students Deaf ones.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Definitely bald day! Everyone dyes their hair and then shaves it.
What to do for fun D.C. has a lot of places to go to! It's beautiful.
Food and Dining The food sucks after eating it for a while, its best to buy from local markets.
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Shannon from Shady Side, MD
05/13/2013Reviewer is A past student here.
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Categories Comments Greek Life Best time of my life...
Great for these types of students Deaf ones.
What to do for fun Take walk in roads of DC.
Tips for prospective students Expect the culture shock itself. Embrace the DC...
In three sentences This place is very deaf friendly. Well progressing academic after protest. Rapidly gain more attention for more students.
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Carlafrances from Fredericksburg, VA
04/13/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
0 out of 1 people found this review useful. 8 of 30
Categories Comments Campus Safety I dont know if there is safety when i get to know the place then i will tell about it.
What to do for fun NONE
Food and Dining I never tried...but when i go there i will rate this
Dorm Life From are ok for now. A bit old but I can live with for now.
Academic Rigor NOTE
Tips for prospective students None
In three sentences I just started here so I will give Gallaudet university a three because I actually don't know much about this place.
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Ariana from Long Beach, CA
03/06/2013Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.
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Categories Comments Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus For freshman, they had to dye their hair with crazy colors and at end of the year they would have to shave their entire head off! That goes for ladies too! I'm fine since I'm muslim, I can get away with it!
Food and Dining They have cafteria you can eat everyday. Also there's resturants nearvy.
Dorm Life I heard it's mix with male and felames by floors but it offers wonderful rooms.
Academic Rigor They offer a lot of classes. Whatever from business manager to artistic, Gallaudet offers that. Be you!
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Tina from Rockford, IL
01/15/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 10 of 30
Categories Comments Clubs and Activities All kind sof clubs and activities. Look on gallaudet.edu to find more.
Great for these types of students Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Disabled, Hearing. All people are accepted here :)
What to do for fun Washington DC is a very large city, and there is so much to do. Pretty much anything you want to do for an activity is here.
Dorm Life 95% deaf and hard of hearing students and 4% hearing students. If you want to learn more about the deaf community and improve you ASL this is the place to learn.
Academic Rigor Undergrad, Grad, Online
Tips for prospective students Make sure you check out the college before attending. Make sure you can afford everything also.
In three sentences Gallaudet is an awesome college, where you can be successful, and achieve your goal. It doesn't matter if you are old, young, disabled, not disabled, deaf, hearing, hard of hearing, and more you can still attend this college. If you have big dreams and don't know what college to go to, Gallaudet can help.
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Arica from Tracy, CA
01/02/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments What to do for fun We go to Georgetown Shopping center, Pentagon City Mall, There are a lot of history museums there, Spy museums, They have the Lincoln Memorial and the White house not far from the University.
Food and Dining The dining services need to improve on their food. They serve the same food daily, but once every blue moon they surprise us with different specialities. I love the pasta table. It is so crowded there. the line is long at times.
Dorm Life Gallaudet University has seven dorms, they all have wonderful dorm parties, friends and social life. I think that's the peak of Gallaudet University.
Academic Rigor Their Undergraduate programs are on a scale of 5 on a 10 scale meaning its intermediate. I believe if they revised their Undergraduate curriculum, then it will be at the standing of academic excellence.
Tips for prospective students Students that are planning on being interpreters or majoring in deaf studies are strongly recommended to going here. Its a great graduate program for American Sign Language and Deaf studies.
In three sentences Gallaudet University is the only bilingual University in the world accepting both deaf and hearing students majoring in deaf studies. Their culture is very strong and aromatic here. I personally think this is a learning environment for me. I enjoy it in some ways.
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Alexis from Kamuela, HI
12/31/2012Reviewer is A past student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Wonderful, safe, and friendly place in Gallaudet University.
Greek Life 8 different Greek Organizations. Four of them are sororities and four of them are fraternity.
Clubs and Activities Many clubs and activities on campus.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Best freshman traditions is balding head and rat's funeral. You will find it out why when you enter Gallaudet.
What to do for fun Too many stuffs to do for fun in campus. You could find it on the internet. www.gallaudet.edu
Food and Dining In cafeteria, the foods is complete suck and unhealthy. In Market Place - it is much better than cafe but expensive to pay for meals.
Dorm Life Wonderful experience to live in dorms and meet many interesting people who live in dorm too. Great place for parties, meet friends, and social.
Tips for prospective students - go for it. just jump and grab the opportunities that Gallaudet offer.
In three sentences Gallaudet University is wonderful university for all deaf and hearing students. Gallaudet University does provide the diversity cultural and bilinguals languages. It is very deaf friendly environment.
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Amber from Saint Louis, MO
12/16/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments What to do for fun Go off campus and take a tour, I mean it is Washington DC!
In three sentences Gallaudet University is a perfect school to find our identity. Since the curriculum has helped us to become motivated and ready to learn. Gallaudet is the best place I have ever been to.
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Jennifer from Mankato, MN
11/26/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Thumbs up to the Department of Public Safety!
Greek Life Was part of a sorority but I decided that it was not for me.
Clubs and Activities Green Gallaudet, Student Body Government, and some sports
Great for these types of students Fraternities and sororities.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Bald day- freshmen tradition in the middle of the year, every year. Been there, done that.
Bang for the buck I am 21 and my love for Spongebob Squarepants are the same ever since when I was little.
What to do for fun Explore around in DC, hiking, intramural sports, photography, sightseeing, and so much!
Food and Dining It is always improving and the complaints are always being followed up to fit the needs of every student on campus.
Dorm Life Just like I am at home with many people in the same place and we can make as much noises as we want because it is a deaf university and nobody complains compared to being at home with hearing people.
Academic Rigor Alcohol and drugs.
Tips for prospective students Nothing is never too late. Take your time being in college. Your college years are really short so grab while it lasts!
In three sentences Being a student at Gallaudet University with 100% access to ASL is the best feeling! Gallaudet is my home and being around the people I know and declaring a major that fits me the best. I can't ask for more.
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Yee from Washington, DC
09/27/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Very safey!
Greek Life GREAT!
Clubs and Activities great
Great for these types of students nice!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus play something!!!
Bang for the buck good work all days
What to do for fun many sports!!!!!!!
Food and Dining GREAT!!!
Dorm Life ENJOY!!!!
Academic Rigor GREAT!!!!!!!!!!
Tips for prospective students GOOD!!!!!!
In three sentences I love here! Many friends here!! I love deaf people!
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Aucamortingo
08/25/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments What to do for fun There are so many things to do for fun, because Gallaudet University is in Washington, DC, a city of unlimited possibilities � free possibilities at that. You can go to the Smithsonian museums, see the famous memorials and monuments, and go shopping in Maryland and go eat in Virginia all in one day.
Food and Dining It's okay.... After a few years, I'm really sick of the cafeteria food, but I've heard other people say it's good, better than some universities. It's local food, after all.
Dorm Life Don't even get me started on this. I don't think any college has a good dorm life.
Academic Rigor It's weak. Most students come from schools for the deaf, so their education level isn't high to begin with. Gallaudet doesn't have much to work upon. But if you're in the right major and know how to challenge yourself and work hard, the teachers are more than willing to encourage you. This, in my opinion, builds more character and really helps you for the future.
Tips for prospective students I really have no tips. Learn as you go along is all I can say. Trust your instincts. Don't do what you don't want to do. Just don't.
In three sentences Gallaudet University is the world's only university for the deaf, and that gives it a lot of benefits that no other college can hold. It's entirely accessible for deaf people; all the cafeteria workers, post office workers, faculty, everyone on campus signs. It's isolated, away from the city, giving it an idyllic quality of its own world, yet you can escape to return to reality anytime, then come back to your own world when you choose (unless you have class! Then you should come back!). And it is in an amazing city, with so many things to do, and they're mostly for free.
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Miguel from West Orange, NJ
08/01/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 17 of 30
Categories Comments Campus Safety Not very safe for everyone, so the students should be aware what they are doing in the campus. I received many alerts from Police Department about robbery, vandalism and some crimes.
Clubs and Activities There are many activities for fun and many events!
Bang for the buck The university is very expensive, it will be worse without any financial aid.
What to do for fun The university is great for fun, the students make many events and do many activities, so it's not easy to get bored, the students are sociable.
Food and Dining The student have food in cafeteria like a buffet restaurant, but most of the foods are junk, unhealthy. Students should be aware what they are eating, there are many options, unhealthy and healthy foods either everyday.
Dorm Life The students have little to no privacy in the dorms. They stuck under many Gallaudet dorm rules. Students who plans to live on campus should take care of their room and not leave the dorm dirty, otherwise they will be fined.
Academic Rigor The university is great for learning sign language and deaf culture, but the English in this university is easy, not like other universities, I usually see the students a little weak in English language.
Tips for prospective students For someone who wants to learn sign language, the university will help a lot to students to motivate and learn sign language. Students who are considering in Gallaudet or going to this school should motivate and be socializing with everyone so the students will see how much improved in sign language in no time.
In three sentences I started to study ELI (English Language Institute) program in Gallaudet University. The university is amazing for someone who wants to learn sign language, the language not for just deaf people, also for everyone. I became a little fluent in sign language for just 3 months because I accustomed to communicate with that.
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Justin from Waco, TX
07/24/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Gated.
Great for these types of students Deaf and Hard of Hearing - great atmosphere very accepting.
What to do for fun It's DC - there are tons of places to go explore. The college is good about activities too. Loving DC
Food and Dining Loving this food. All homecooked daily. Great experience.
Dorm Life Good - for Dorm Life
Academic Rigor Tough but manageable.
Tips for prospective students Come to Jumpstart if you need to it will rock your world.
In three sentences I am in the Jumpstart Program and this is awesome. All the staff and professors want to see the students succeed. I absolutely love it here.
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LINDSEY from WASHINGTON, DC
05/06/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 19 of 30
Categories Comments Campus Safety the security are 24/7 and are everywhere.
Greek Life I am more of a Liberal. From what I see, the sorority sisters are close no matter what form or race they come in, they accept all and love all.
Clubs and Activities They provide sports, bash, events for international students, to show their support they also have gay and lesbians clubs that gets together and show their pride.
Great for these types of students Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Interpreters majors, who are eager to learn.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Every year, they have this tradition called Bald day for freshman only. They shave their head (boys and girls) to follow the tradition, they also have Rat funeral which is a tradition for freshmen as well, to honor their class and bury a fake rat to represent.
Bang for the buck I am 24 years old and I always have hated school, I would call myself a jock, but after I entered Gallaudet I can say I never have been this eager to learn more .I have strong ADD so I can not pay attention to interpreters at all times so with the teachers signing and my motivation to learn just kicked in and got my attention.
What to do for fun There are immaterial sports for everyone to play without needing commitment, there are organizations (I am working on setting up a running organization since my school do not have any sports organization), bash, events, plays, and poetry.
Food and Dining We have cookers and it may take a long line to get the food we want, but they are there everyday making sure we enjoy our meals.
Dorm Life I can not be the judge since I live off-campus, but from what I see dorm life made the interaction easy for those who are new faces.
Academic Rigor The teachers there signs, and they provided interpreters for those students who are there to learn. The teachers ensures that we understand the materials and expect the best from us.
Tips for prospective students Gallaudet is a great school if you ever felt left behind with the communication, and being a freshman is probably the most important year of college years since it is when your GPA starts and it's hard to get good GPA if you didn't take your freshman year seriously.
In three sentences Gallaudet has give me the opportunity to prove myself as an deaf individual, not only to my family, to the society as well. Not only opportunities poured in, the communication at Gallaudet has made it accessible for the deaf students. I can say I fell in love with Gallaudet and am proud to call myself deaf.
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Marilyn from Fredericksburg, VA
04/22/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 20 of 30
Categories Comments Campus Safety Gated campus. Constant patrolling by security. However, when leaving campus, make sure to travel in twos, especially at night. The surrounding area can be a bit dangerous at times.
Great for these types of students Deaf, Hard of Hearing and students already established in ASL
What to do for fun DC and the surrounding areas offer an unlimited number of opportunities. The area is rich with history, art, nature and events.
Food and Dining Excellent location. Near DC's metro and bus lines.
Tips for prospective students Become familiar with the DC metro system. Make sure to have a basis in American Sign Language before applying.
In three sentences An excellent school for Deaf, Hard of Hearing or students already familiar with ASL. You will be given a well-rounded education and become familiar with more than just your major. Staff and faculty are very helpful and friendly.
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Lesli from Negaunee, MI
04/06/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 21 of 30
Categories Comments What to do for fun Gallaudet University is in Washington DC. There is so much stuff to do there, there is alot of shopping and sightseeing. You can visit the mouments, musems and parks.
Dorm Life I never experienced the dorm life. I will be starting in the Fall of 2012.
In three sentences Gallaudet University is a University for deaf or hard of hearing students. Gallaudet University is an amazing college for deaf or hard of hearing people. It is a university that helps college students shine and become successful in their future careers and in their lives.
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Belisa from Cherry Hill, NJ
02/14/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
0 out of 1 people found this review useful. 22 of 30
Categories Comments Campus Safety room for improvement.
Great for these types of students deaf students and students from a mainstream school
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus unusual tradition is gallaudet freshmen bald day, all the freshmens shave their hair
What to do for fun go off campus, see museums most are free in washington dc
Dorm Life we need more new dorms.
Academic Rigor could always use room for improvements
Tips for prospective students stay on top of school work! and time management
In three sentences could improve their gsr programs
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Trisha from Washington, DC
02/03/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
6 out of 6 people found this review useful. 23 of 30
Categories Comments Campus Safety it is amazing!
Greek Life we have several greek orgz.
Clubs and Activities tons of choices!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus freshmans/transfers students (first year student at gallaudet university) (between jan-march) shave their hair off!!! it is amazing! you don't have to do it if you chose to not. (march-april) rat funeral, black outfits! can't laugh! walk around campus. =) 2nd year, plant a tree and put a slab. 3rd year, class jersey! 4th year, senior trip!
What to do for fun join clubs! i strongly encourage you to go off-campus, as such as georgetown! there is lot of museums, attractions, restaurants, and many more!
Food and Dining well, we have pretty good food at cafe and we do have awesome food at marketplace and rathskellar. =) there is a room for improvement though.
Dorm Life peet hall is the least favorite dormitory. clerc hall is the most favorite dormitory. we are building new dormitory- with kitchens! only one thing that sucks, rules! =)
Academic Rigor professors are amazing- wonderful tutor centers. lot more!
Tips for prospective students number one tip: manage your time well! this university have lot of activities available to public and lot of people that love to socialize. number two tip: show lot of respect for your professors- they are the ones who decide your grades. tip number three: be yourself!
In three sentences it is a wonderful university for bilingual students, especially deaf, hard of hearing, and coda students. gallaudet university students shows lot of respect for others, new signers, non-signers, or fluent signers. it is a paradise.
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Ashley from Canada
01/05/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
4 out of 4 people found this review useful. 24 of 30
Categories Comments Campus Safety The students at the university is having issues with the campus police due to their lack of communication skills and slow respond time. However, there is a student court for student conduct available to individually assign consequences in accord for the severity of crime. Other than that, the university is somewhat lenient on alcohol and drug use since they provide three-strike systems before expulsion.
Greek Life They are very highly competitive and dedicated to the community service. Entering the Greek life is difficult, but not highly difficult, as they select students based on their personality and involvement in community and school activities. However, Greeks are usually the lives of the parties they are in!
Clubs and Activities Taking the city bus in front of the university entrance, a group of students can take a 5-minute ride to U Street Corridor, which is famous for nightlife complete with clubs, bars, and nearby fast food restaurants.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus There are three unique traditions that are solely Gallaudet's: Bald Day, Rat Funeral, and Class Flag. The freshmen will have a chance to go wild with their hair style and colors before going bald at the start of second semester (this is completely optional!). At the end of the freshman year, the students will dress up in black and pair up in a long line in a slow funeral march to the burial ground for their class stuffed rats (real rats were used but banned in 80's). This will be completed in junior year, where a tree and a stone slab with names of the rats and the class year is planted/placed at the gravesite. The class flag is designed and made during the freshman year, where the students must guard it diligently (since it is highly valued and prone to being stolen) until the senior trip when it is burned and a good copy placed at the Alumni Hall alongside with all previous class year' flag copies.
What to do for fun There are always mini-bash at night restaurant/bar on campus every Friday with different themes complete with music and lights. There are many activities in DC that anyone can attend, and for the most of time, they are free or good priced. There are always big dorm parties and house parties on every weekend regardless of weather or time of year.
Food and Dining On a less bright side, the university don't have good food and dining options on campus. However, they aim to have most food in cafeteria organically grown in nearby farms and from university's miniature farm. On a brighter side, the university is in the center of Washington, D.C., and many food options can be found off-campus.
Dorm Life An excellent place to socialize and meet many people that a student may not have met in the classes or in between. Dorm life is famous for dorm parties every night, since Gallaudet University is a strong party university with a good academic standing. The life in dorms is always exciting and new every night.
Academic Rigor The professors at the university have strong expectations and belief in the students. The strongest rigor of the academics at the university is a student's ability to express ideas in two languages: English and American Sign Language with such skill. The best part of the academics is the personal relationship between professor and student due to small number of students in a classroom.
Tips for prospective students Do not doubt your ability to be involved in various activities based on your language or communication skills, we are always looking for people like you. We, the students at Gallaudet University, appreciate the diverseness in the activities a lot and we enjoy it.
In three sentences A very accessible campus with everything conducted in American Sign Language and any other communicative devices. It has a strong student and dorm life everyday at any hour and at any place. It is a place for students to find their own identities and their voices in a stimulating and exciting environment
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Typhani from Pataskala, OH
10/27/2011Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
1 out of 2 people found this review useful. 1 person found this inaccurate. 25 of 30
Categories Comments Will enjoy being here I went on my college visit in September and I felt at home. Everyone made sure I was involved and I met some fantastic people! I definitely recommend going!!
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Craigory from Cincinnati, OH
07/19/2011Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
7 out of 7 people found this review useful. 26 of 30
Categories Comments Great for these types of students This is a great school for deaf students who want a top notch education.
Tips for prospective students Apply early to get scholarships that are offered.
Bang for the buck For what is offered, the school is a great deal for what is given to help every student succeed.
Will enjoy being here The campus is beautiful and small and is set up to help every student succeed.
Will learn a lot The way the classes are set up, you won't miss anything that is said/signed in class.
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Caroline from Lockport, NY
07/11/2011Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.
3 out of 3 people found this review useful. 27 of 30
Categories Comments Bang for the buck I'm not sure how will I pay for all of this, but somehow get loads of scholarship and loans to help me out in this. So, high recognition and well experience like volunteer will get me somewhere somehow. ;D
Will enjoy being here I know I will have a feeling that I will love this place! Deaf community is just the answers I need to be in!
Will learn a lot I have learned so much about Gallaudet from the history and to what they have to give us for the opportunity. It's definitely something worth looking forward to attend!
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Mariah from Snellville, GA
10/26/2010Reviewer is A current student here.
3 out of 3 people found this review useful. 28 of 30
Categories Comments Bang for the buck Expensive University but really rewarding to attend the university to learn my Deaf Culture.
Am enjoying being here Living on campus and being away from home is quite challenging experience, but I learn from the unique experience. Meeting new friends can be such rewarding because they are like family to me. I like being on campus because having a lot of friend support while being away from home.
Am learning a lot I have been enjoying my semester at Gallaudet, I have learned a lot in certain class such as ASL. In my high school I never learned my own first language how it has been functioned and what the ASL structures are. I am glad that I took the class it is quite interesting.
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Stacey from Greenwood, IN
06/03/2010Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
8 out of 8 people found this review useful. 29 of 30
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Friendships, memories, and awareness spurns a fondness like no other!
Tips for prospective students Gallaudet University is a wonderful campus to use sign language...for a hearing person to be in a silent world where no one uses their voices like hearing people do, this is an awesome experience for those gaining more through usage of sign language. For the Deaf, this is a wonderful place to be, our own kind, our own language all over campus! Gallaudet University has grown since 1977 when I was last there! Amazing changes...this time ONLINE distance learning is available. I'm grabbing the bull by the horns with this awesome opportunity! p.s. I am Deaf!
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Ilia from Alameda, CA
06/07/2009Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
8 out of 9 people found this review useful. 30 of 30
Categories Comments Will enjoy being here I'm excited to go to Gallaudet, but not looking forward to the humidity!
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