Salisbury State University Business School

A Rural Area is a Rural Area. If you're from a large town or a big city, this place makes you feel empty. To keep it short, there is nothing to do, full of white trash, and faculty that has no idea how to solve your complex issues.

I was never racist growing up until I came to this place. It's hard not to see the rural stereotype when you feel isolated by white people and was forced by rural white culture everyday. After transferring, I plan to get my memory erased from such a bad experience.

In greater details, as an oncampus student for 5 semesters I had trouble with every single roommate. Most of them thought I was crazy for being so "anal" and "eating weird and smelly food". After transferring to UMD, my new roommates thought I am an interesting person who eats trendy food. Everyday I hear someone partying downstairs or smoking cannibals for hours (not exaggerating). I called police to calm them down because I had an exam tomorrow, but the police joined the party instead. like wtf?

Education wise, only the business major is subpar. After finishing my GenEd classes, most professors are closeminded to new ideas and teaching methods. I asked about subject articles related to class and wanted to start a conversation. But most of them rejected it and thought I was asking an exam question. Meaning they are not up to date to the outside world and rely on old material. heck, even their powerpoint slides date back to 5-7 years ago on file title. this applys to over 16 of my classes Whereas business is up to date all the time.

Outside of School, nothing to do. No attraction, 3 run down ethnic restaurants, minor activities, nothing exciting for adventurous people. Maybe a green smoothie restaurant or ice cream rolls, but no one wants to go there because white trash dont understand the appeal.

3rd Year Male -- Class 1921

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I lived on campus for 5 semesters (2.5 years), changed my major from science to business, and then transferred because I couldn't take anymore.

Education and Buildings:

I took 8 science classes, most of the professors looked mentally and physically depressed. They were either old, obese, and/or have saggy eyes with a depressed monotone voice. The science buildings are very old and did not innovate anything for 20 years. The learning material are very outdated and does not open to new ideas. I tried 4 times writing an article that relates to new discoveries but the professor says it must follow what the textbook says and not with current events. Like wtf?

After switching to business major I felt like a lot of stress have been lifted. The business students get to work in a glorious new building with faculty and teachers that all look healthy and really happy.The only downside is the extremely limited companies you have to work with. Either Perdue chicken company or Car dealerships. The teaching methods and material are very up to date and fresh. I would highly recommend going into business if you want a healthy environment.

Students and surrounding City:

It's not a city. It is labeled "rural" meaning it is a country side. That also means the people and business have not even developed. For 2 years I tried to find suburban and city people like me around here. I have met over 70 people who all agreed Eastern Shore is Awful and filled with closed minded rednecks. I had dozens of roommates who played country roads everyday and other country music. The police are useless when it comes to finding weed and alcohol when it happens everyday here on campus. I tried to have a normal conversation but all they can talk about was drugs, girls, and how many beers they can chug. The girls on campus only talk about sucking guys dongs all the time. I am not exaggerating because I hear this EVERYDAY in class and from my roommates. The area has 10 burger joints, 3 americanized chinese restaurants, 2 starbucks, 1 chickfila, and 2 grocery stores.

SummaryIf you lived in suburban or even in the city, this place is definitely not for you. The science education is outdated, depressing professors (except business), buildings are all old, obese restaurant, and god awful redneck locals.

2nd Year Male -- Class 1920

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Hated everything about my experience, primarily the school itself. I remember looking at the negative reviews on this website and being worried. I wish I went with my gut and stayed away.I was surprised with the faculty, though. They made my year a little more appreciable. That being said, I can't wait to have a real, wholesome and satisfying college experience next year at a different university.

1st Year Male -- Class 2016

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