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On the Road Again – North Carolina A&T State University!

On the Road Again – North Carolina A&T State University.  North Carolina A&T University is a public, historically Black land grant university founded in 1891 and the home to 10,000 undergraduate students.  The campus is just a short walk to downtown Greensboro.  Not only is it the largest HBCU in the country but this highly regarded university is often said to be one of the best public HBCUs.  Many of the programs including nursing, business and education are excellent but [...]

On the Road Again! Duke University!

On the Road Again! – Duke University Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke has 6,000 undergraduates on its beautiful campus.  The campus includes a botanical garden that spans more than 55 acres.  Students are required to live on this gorgeous campus for three years. During my most recent visit, I learned even more about the undergraduate academic offerings.  Duke has long been known for its academic excellence.  Ninety-five percent of the students were in the top 10% of their high [...]

On the Road Again! UNC Chapel Hill!

On the Road Again!  UNC Chapel Hill (UNC) is the oldest public university in the United States and the flagship campus of the North Carolina state university system.  It is a renowned public research university that has been a prominent landmark in the state of North Carolina for over 225 years.  During my visit to UNC, I was immediately struck by the beauty of the campus.  The over 700 acre campus features sprawling grounds covered in lush greenery and the [...]

On the Road Again! North Carolina State University!

On the Road Again!  North Carolina State University - North Carolina State University, a public research university of 25,000 students, is in Raleigh, North Carolina on a beautiful campus of over 2,000 acres.  The university has a mix of historic and modern buildings, with the iconic red-brick structures being a hallmark of NC State’s architecture.  With a history dating back to 1887, NC State is one of the oldest and largest universities in the state of North Carolina.  NC State [...]

On the Road Again! Flagler College

On the Road Again!  Flagler College - Flagler College is located in the heart of historic St. Augustine, Florida, the oldest continuously inhabited city in the United States. The campus is a designated National Historic Landmark, and it includes several historic buildings that were once luxury hotels built by Henry Flagler in the late 1800s.  Students can easily walk or bike to many local attractions, including the Castillo de San Marcos, a 17th-century fortress.  St. Augustine also offers many opportunities [...]

On the Road Again! Jacksonville University

On the Road Again!  Jacksonville University What is not to like about a campus on the river with a floating classroom? One of the premier programs at Jacksonville University is its marine science major.  This program offers many research opportunities including working with sharks, partnerships with a state fish and wildlife lab and a lot of hands-on experiences.  The river also provides opportunities for the sailing and rowing teams and a variety of water sports. But Jacksonville University also offer [...]

On the Road Again! Wrexham Glyndwr University

On the Road Again! Wrexham Glyndwr University – Dating back to 1887, the university began as the Wrexham School of Science and Art.  Located in northeast Wales, the university now has four campuses with 6500 students and is known for its dedication to student welfare and affordability both in terms of tuition costs and cost of living. Here are some of the highlights: Career oriented – The University is interested in each of its students having a career ready degree, [...]

On the Road Again! Bangor University

On the Road Again!  Bangor University Founded in 1884, Bangor University is located in Bangor, Wales, situated between the stunning mountains of the Snowdonia National Park, the sea, and the beautiful Isle of Anglesey. Amid this gorgeous scenery, students receive a world-class education. Here are some of the highlights: Size – Bangor has more than 700 courses from undergraduate to postgraduate levels. 8,000 undergraduates call Bangor home.  Its relatively small size for a university in the UK translates into individualized [...]

On the Road Again! Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama

On the Road Again! Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama – The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama is a world-renowned conservatoire in Cardiff located in a stunning landmark building, next to a beautiful park within a five minute walk of the city center.  This conservatoire has a student population of approximately 850 students across music and theatre offering personalized attention.  Here are some of the highlights: Concert Halls – The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama [...]

On the Road Again! University of South Wales

On the Road Again! University of South Wales – The University of South Wales is the largest university in Wales.  This thriving, modern university has a reputation for excellent teaching, a growing recognition for international research excellence, first-class facilities and outstanding student support.  All courses are designed with post-graduation work in mind and many lead to professional accreditation.  Here are some of the highlights: Campuses – The University of South Wales has five campuses, each with a distinct character. The [...]

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