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5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1
5.45.80.218:valid:Content Nonsensical, Duplicate Survey, High Vulgarity, High Grammatical Error, Probably Admissions, Content Useless, Malicious Intent/Faked, SPAM, :1

Statistical Analyzer:

Every college has advantages and disadvantages. Wise is no different. I need to get the disadvantages out of the way, though.

First, the name/affiliation has to change. Personally, I think it should be "The University of Virginia - College at Wise" instead of "The University of Virginia's College at Wise." The first one just sounds better. Second, I would prefer the diploma to just read "University of Virgina" and not include "College at Wise." Same for transcripts. I've never seen a diploma that says something like "The University of Virginia's College of Arts and Sciences," so, just to be equitable, it would nicer if we could also use the UVA standard diploma, and the alumni services office as well.

Second, students can be generally lumped into distinct groups around here. These would be locals (mostly commuters, and many who are the first in their family to go to college), people who are here because they couldn't get into anywhere else, and people who want to be here. The middle group has a chip on its shoulder, and they either learn to like it here or transfer out as fast as possible. Good riddance. One terrific thing about this schoool is that it is really helpful for students who had learning issues in high school. That really helps put a college education within reach. I know people say that college is about broadening horizons, but some students still believe that NASCAR and chewing tobacco are the national pastimes.

Third, it's in the middle of nowhere. Going to the Walmart Super Store is considered a major life event.

Fourth, stay away from McCraray Hall. One other junior I know started out his freshman year with five other roommates.

OK, now the good stuff. PERSONAL ATTENTION!!!! You can't come here and remain anonymous. Average class size - including Freshman year - is about 20 students. You can have real interaction with faculty, and you're taught by faculty. No TA's, no auditorium classes with 300 other students.

Campus facilities - there is a lot of construction going on to modernize the campus. A new convo center is in the works, and there's a new Center for Performing Arts on campus. The acting program is actually pretty well networked with Hollywood, believe it or not, and gets people on both sides of the camera. Decent football stadium/lousy team. Don't come here if you're expecting a Virginia Tech-style experience.

There is now an ARmy ROTC program, if that's a major selling point for you.

Pretty impressive study abroad possibilities are here as well. I'm looking at the University of Seville in Spain. Wise has a program where you pay your regular tuition and fees, then go over there needing no more except an airline ticket and spending money.

Wise isn't for everybody. College is what you make of it. The small student population reduces the chances for STDs like you get at JMU. This is a place where you can do really well, IF you have the right attitude about it.