Barnard College Life Compared With New York Realities
A narrator contrasts New York City’s noisy vastness with Barnard College describing strict dorm rules and limited freedoms yet finding surprising friendliness and intellectual discussions. The writer notes new- girl hierarchies and a sense of home forming despite initial discomfort.
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Barnard
Reid
Barnard Concerns Range From Exams To Dormitory Life
A Barnard student voices critiques of exam quality and relevance, grade emphasis, housing rules, gym requirements, and ease of taking Columbia courses. She notes atmosphere of apathy, competitive teaching, and intimidation by some faculty, plus dorm noise, dining quality, and crowding issues.
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Barnard
New York
Columbia
Foreign students face isolation amid New York and Columbia
The piece describes foreign students grappling with communication, fear, and alienation in New York and Columbia. It notes overwhelming urban life, impersonal crowds, and limited overtures from the mainstream, with aid coming from centers, dances, and national clubs.
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New York
Columbia
United States
Foreign students face housing and work hurdles at university
The article notes foreign students confront housing shortages, high living costs, and limited initial funds. Adjusting to dorm life can ease misery as contact with Americans aids integration. Many come from diverse regions. most are male and pursue studies in General Studies, Engineering, Business, or graduate programs.
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New York
United States
T Herr
Barnard
Columbia College
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