Academics
Those attending Trine University don’t hold back in claiming that their school “really cares about student success.” In fact, as one puts it, “everyone from housekeeping to the president loves talking with students and getting to know them on a personal level.” A few words used to describe the classes at Trine include “engaging,” “amazing,” and “excellent.” Academics are presented in a “very relaxed atmosphere with small class sizes” that helps “decrease your chances of falling behind.” But some of that credit should also be given to Trine’s “accessible,” “very personable,” and “knowledgeable” professors who are “always available outside of class and willing to help or clarify anything you need.” Moreover, they truly know how to “make class fun.” As another explains, “The most positive thing about this university is the immense care that professors put into their students’ futures.” Overall, “professors are here to see you thrive and want nothing but the best for you.”
Student Body
The student body at Trine describes itself as “fairly conservative, rural-America type students in a very relaxed atmosphere.” Day-to-day, you’re guaranteed to see “lots of smiles around campus.” Of course, since the school is fairly small, “everyone knows basically everyone,” which certainly helps to keep the vibe “very friendly.” The size of the school also means it’s “easy to get to know students in classes that you have together.” Undergrads are also apt to describe their classmates as “genuine,” “open-minded” and “close-knit,” and they note that “anybody that you go up and talk with is very social and approachable.” Overall, “it’s easy to find your group of people here at Trine.”
Campus Life
“There’s always something going on” at Trine University, so you’ll never be at a loss for things to do. To begin with, the “school offers lots of clubs” that allow you to “get highly involved in many things.” While it’s no secret that “fraternity and sorority life is huge at the university,” a multitude of other options range from religious organizations to academic clubs, which makes it feel like there’s something for everyone. And even if you’re not a part of an organization, you can “always [find] an event going on somewhere on campus,” including movies, bowling, or even visiting hypnotists. Because of the “large population of student-athletes,” it’s also quite common to find people practicing or working out in the gym during their free time. And if campus life isn’t offering enough, students can always head to “Pokagon State Park to hike the trails, go to Ft. Wayne to watch Komets hockey games, or shop in Angola.” Finally, it’s worth noting that while some students acknowledge that “the party scene dominates Trine” when it comes to late-night activities, others note that they are “fun and relatively safe” and that “people don’t pressure you” to attend if they aren’t your scene.
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