Housing is a very important factor in the decision about colleges. Of course it is important to know where you're going to live for the next 4 years, and everybody worries about dorms, food, and roommates. And then there are always the commuters.
Many people think that if you're a commuter and don't live on campus you miss out on important college experiences. I am a commuter, and I can tell you that being a commuter is actually not as bad as some might think. If you commute you are not the only one in your class, actually about 25% of Fordham students commute. Your college years as a commuter will not only be marked by traffic, subway, or train. Fordham has a lot to offer for commuters through the Commuter Student Services (CSS). For example, before the school year starts, you are invited to a commuter BBQ on campus to meet fellow commuter students. As a new student you also have special commuter orientation sessions while resident students are moving in their dorms. At those meetings you meet your Commuter Assistant, a fellow commuter that is a go-to person for you. Fordham makes various resources available for commuter students. There is the Student Lounge where you can hang out, meet new friends, use the computers, watch TV, or play pool. You can also rent one of the conveniently located lockers available for commuter students, if you want a place to store some things. Every Tuesday is “Commuters in the Cafe,” meaning you get a free breakfast pass for breakfast in the cafeteria. One of the student governments on campus is the Commuting Student Association (CSA) that consists of commuter students that organize various events for commuters and residents throughout the year.
As you can see, commuter life at Fordham is a lot of fun. Of course, it is up to you how much time you want to spend on campus, but Fordham certainly cares about its commuter students and offers a lot of opportunities to get involved and meet new friends.
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