Ithaca College - Off the Record

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Ithaca College Students Tell It Like It Is

Thinking about Ithaca? It's a good choice, since ninety-eight percent of Ithaca graduates are employed and/or attending graduate school within a year of graduation. And that's saying something, since two of the most popular majors are in radio and television, and in film/video and photographic arts.

Do you like nature? They don't say Ithaca is GORGES for nothing! Ithaca and the surrounding areas' numerous streams have cut deep ravines and gorges into the hillsides, all of which lead to the lake. One of the most spectacular sights is Taughannock Falls, which boasts the highest free-falling waterfalls in the eastern United States.

Here's another tid-bit of info for you: In November, everyone on campus gathers at the football stadium to watch the Bombers take on their rivals, the Cortland Red Dragons. This game is known as the Cortaca Jug, and Sports Illustrated calls it the 'biggest little game in the nation.' Some game-goers like to participate in what is known as 'Kegs and Eggs' before kickoff, but being drunk is definitely not required to have a good time.

Hmm? wondering where to live?

'The dorms are small, but there are a lot of them. Live in the Terraces if you want to have a pretty view and a long walk to class. Live in the Circles if you want to believe you're not on campus and want a really long walk or a heck of a time finding a parking spot. The Upper Quads are really convenient, but they can get rowdy.'

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