Category Archives: Campus

The 5 Best Places To Grab A Coffee In Ithaca
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Finding a good coffee place is key to making it through your next semester at Cornell. Whether you’re grabbing a cup to get you going in the morning, or you need some extra encouragement for an all-nighter, students at Cornell spend their fair share of time fully caffeinated.

While some of you are still missing the beloved Stella’s Cafe, there are plenty of other awesome cafes and coffee shops to check out near campus! If you’re in need of caffeine fix, these five coffee houses near Cornell off-campus housing have got you covered.

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The Top 5 Places To Take A Date Near Cornell
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So you’ve landed yourself a date. Congratulations. But don’t think you’re in the clear just yet; planning the perfect day can be as nerve-racking as leaning in for that first kiss.

Luckily, Downtown Ithaca is full of places to go and things to do near Cornell that are sure to impress even those who play hardest to get. According to the internet, these five ideas practically guarantee a second date—that is, if you’re not like super awkward or whatever.

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The Top 5 Bars To Be A Regular At If You Attend IUP
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When they’re not hitting the books, students at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania like to indulge in some fun after hours. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a cold one on the patio or need to expel some energy on the dance floor, Downtown Indiana is chock-full of places to imbibe.

If you’re new to town, or if you’re looking for a change of pace, we put together a list of locations near IUP off-campus housing that is sure to please even the biggest of party poopers. If you’re thinking about painting the town red this weekend, make sure to stop by one—or all—of these five Indiana bars.

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Our 5 Favorite Bars Near Syracuse University
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Al’s Wine & Whiskey Lounge

College life goes beyond all the classwork and sleepless nights; it’s a time to meet new people and create memories that will last you a lifetime! Things like Friday nights and “Cuse” wins call for a celebration. And what better way to celebrate than by heading the bars, of course!

We all know Marshall Street and Armory Square are popular hangout spots near Syracuse University Apartments , but the city of Syracuse has a lot to offer when it comes to nightlife. Here are the top five places to eat and drink near Syracuse University.

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Our 5 Favorite Restaurants Near IU Bloomington
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If there’s one thing college students avoid more than their studying it’s cooking! Grabbing a bite to eat near campus is both time-saving, fun, and extremely delicious – if you stop at the right places. We scoured the campus and found our five favorite eateries around IU apartments. Read on to see if your favorite made the list! Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know in the comment section.

5) Kilroy’s on Kirkwood

502 E. Kirkwood Ave.
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 339-3006

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Top 5 Bars at Pennsylvania State University
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College is stressful; especially if you’re trying to find apartments near Penn State at the last minute. Sometimes, you need to leave those worries behind, take a break, and let loose. Whether you choose to hit the town on the weekend for a night out with friends or you need something to get you over the mid-week hump, these State College bars have you covered. With great happy hours and food specials, even you broke college students can ball on a budget at one of the five favored bars listed below.

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13 Things JMU Students Want Freshmen To Know
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The JMU Train just leisurely passing through campus (Flickr)

If you’re going to a school that’s named after James Madison, the founding father of the US Constitution, you’re going to want to live somewhere that stands up to his reputation. That’s where we come in: Rent College Pads works hard to help students find the best James Madison off-campus housing options for rent near campus in Harrisonburg.

High school is in your rear-view mirror—good riddance—and it only took you a solid four years to master its halls. But a new school in a new place means you’re back to square one. Great.

Lucky for you, you’re not the first person who has been in this spot. Why not skip a few steps and “pass go” by learning from the experience of your predecessors? Through trial and error, here are thirteen pieces of advice that upperclassman at James Madison University wish they knew as Freshmen.

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Our 5 Favorite OSU Watering Holes
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Ohio State students are no strangers to nightlife, and within walking distance of OSU off-campus housing are unique bars and restaurants to visit after a long day of classes or for a night out on the town. Read on to find out our five favorite bars near Ohio State University!

5) Oldfield’s North Fourth Tavern

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The Top 5 Bars To Be A Regular At If You Attend Cornell
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In the last five years, students in Ithaca have mourned the loss of more than a few tried and true Collegetown hangouts; Dunbar’s, Chapter House, and Pixel to name a few. With their brethren dropping like flies, a few local establishments have managed to weather the tests of time and stay afloat while the rest of the city runs dry—seriously, where did all the drinks go?

To keep you updated on what’s new, hip, and still in business, we put together a list of the top five bars you should frequent if you’re a student or live around Cornell off campus housing. This list serves as not only a testament to their popularity with Ithaca locals but also a well-deserved “Congratulations” for making it this far.

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