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Lawrence ranks ninth on list of best college townsLAWRENCE — The American Institute for Economic Research has ranked Lawrence, home to the University of Kansas, ninth on its list of the 75 best college towns.In the institute’s annual “College Destinations Index,” Lawrence was up five spots from last year.The locations were chosen from an analysis of 222 metropolitan statistical areas with student populations of 15,000 or more.“College Destinations” does not rank the schools themselves. Instead, it analyzes the areas in which the schools are located, including the overall academic environment, quality of life, such as cost of living and arts and leisure activities, and professional opportunities. The rankings were based on an analysis of 12 criteria. — Student concentration: number of college students per 1,000 residents— Student diversity: percentage of students holding foreign passports— Research capacity: academic research expenditures per capita— Degree attainment: percent of the 25- to 34-year-old population with college degrees— Cost of living: based upon average rent for a two-bedroom apartment— Arts and leisure: number of cultural and entertainment venues per 100,000 residents— City accessibility: percentage of workers over age 16 who commute on foot or by public transportation or bicycle— Creative class: percentage of residents working in the arts, education, knowledge industries, science and engineering, management and other fields— Earning potential: income per capita— Entrepreneurial activity: net annual increase in total number of business establishments per 100,000 residents— Brain gain/drain: year-over-year ratio of college-educated population living in the area— Unemployment rateLawrence has received high praise from other publications and news outlets. The 2011 Fiske Guide to Colleges noted that students “rave” about Lawrence, calling it the classic American college town. MSNBC also recently cited Lawrence as a top spot for students.The American Institute for Economic Research, headquartered in Great Barrington, Mass., is a 77-year-old nonprofit educational organization.
Is there a scientific, empirical method by which we can whittle down a solid definition for what makes a great college town? Perhaps. Suffice to say however, that for the purpose of our post here, college town will not equal college city. In other words, we love the Boston and Washington D.C. satellites of Cambridge and Georgetown. Home to world class universities, they offer a lot for visitors and students alike to enjoy. They also however, rest in the shadows of two formidable, world class cities.So while Austin, a conspicuous entry on our list, is the capital of Texas and home to a rather large metropolitan area, for the most part, our favorite college towns in America are just that – right down to their very cores.Lawrence, KansasA community of just over 90,000 people, Lawrence, Kansas is the home of the University of Kansas. With a student body of over 30,000, life in Lawrence pretty much centers on the academic campus and Kansas Jayhawks athletics.
http://www.parentsandcolleges.com/top-ten-lists/list07-bct/10 Lawrence, KSYou can see the crimson–tiled rooftops of the University of Kansas from miles away. This is where the Jayhawks live! And Lawrence's superb riverfront location and thriving downtown only add to its allure. In Lawrence, you can feel that artsy vibe practically everywhere: in public art exhibits that bring sculpture and mosaic projects to street corners throughout the city, in the Lawrence Arts Center where performing and visual arts come together under one roof, in a live music scene that's light–years ahead of what's playing on the radio. Outdoorsy–types can head to Clinton Lake for swimming, boating, hiking, biking, camping and fishing; hit the links at one of Lawrence's challenging golf courses; go mountain biking around the Kansas River; do some boarding at Skate Park in Centennial Park; explore the magnificent 573–acre Baker Wetlands and Natural Area; enjoy any of the city's 50 parks—the choices are tremendous. And did we mention, Lawrence is designated a "Bicycle–Friendly Community" by the League of American Bicyclists. No wonder this is one great college town!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/795531-college-football-ranking-the-31-coolest-college-towns16. Lawrence, Kansas Lawrence, Kansas may be one of the most underappreciated college scenes on this list, and you might be surprised to know that this “little” town has approximately 90,000 residents, alongside 30,000 University of Kansas students.Yes, Lawrence is home to two universities (KU and the Haskell Indian Nations University, which fields a NAIA football team), but it also offers a cool riverfront scene, the main drag of Massachusetts Street and serves up a heaping helping of football and basketball opportunities for the discerning sports fans.Lawrence, Kansas has it all, including a fleet of bicycles that just might outnumber the cars.
Quote from: Dlew12 on May 14, 2012, 03:03:55 PMQuote from: OregonSmock on May 14, 2012, 02:57:34 PMQuote from: Dlew12 on May 14, 2012, 02:55:38 PMQuote from: OregonSmock on May 14, 2012, 02:54:13 PMWe beat St. Thomas Aquinas in the state soccer championship in '03. I melted down so hard after that one.My best friend is Washburn Rural's all-time leader in combined goals and assists. Odds said friend was 2 years beems's elder: HIGHNope. Same class.
Quote from: OregonSmock on May 14, 2012, 02:57:34 PMQuote from: Dlew12 on May 14, 2012, 02:55:38 PMQuote from: OregonSmock on May 14, 2012, 02:54:13 PMWe beat St. Thomas Aquinas in the state soccer championship in '03. I melted down so hard after that one.My best friend is Washburn Rural's all-time leader in combined goals and assists. Odds said friend was 2 years beems's elder: HIGH
Quote from: Dlew12 on May 14, 2012, 02:55:38 PMQuote from: OregonSmock on May 14, 2012, 02:54:13 PMWe beat St. Thomas Aquinas in the state soccer championship in '03. I melted down so hard after that one.My best friend is Washburn Rural's all-time leader in combined goals and assists.
Quote from: OregonSmock on May 14, 2012, 02:54:13 PMWe beat St. Thomas Aquinas in the state soccer championship in '03. I melted down so hard after that one.
We beat St. Thomas Aquinas in the state soccer championship in '03.
What in the holy mother of eff did this thread become? Beems bragging about winning the 6A state soccer title almost a decade ago?
Quote from: EMAWmeister on May 14, 2012, 10:20:19 PMWhat in the holy mother of eff did this thread become? Beems bragging about winning the 6A state soccer title almost a decade ago? And using his 130 IQ to do some detective work and try to figure out who I am. As you can imagine, he's failing at that too.
Quote from: Stevesie60 on May 14, 2012, 10:39:55 PMQuote from: EMAWmeister on May 14, 2012, 10:20:19 PMWhat in the holy mother of eff did this thread become? Beems bragging about winning the 6A state soccer title almost a decade ago? And using his 130 IQ to do some detective work and try to figure out who I am. As you can imagine, he's failing at that too.Wait, you're not Jake?
Welp, officially outted.
Quote from: Jakesie60 on May 14, 2012, 10:54:00 PMWelp, officially outted. JFC, kim carnes. Not cool.
Yep... that's why I was partying with seniors as a sophomore and have several best friends from the 02 class. My circle of friends in high school was deep.
only homos and communists play soccer ben.
This thread has turned into a pile of crap...another beems vs. whoever wants to waste their time pissing contest...
Quote from: BMWWcat on May 15, 2012, 08:43:00 AMThis thread has turned into a pile of crap...another beems vs. whoever wants to waste their time pissing contest...Any thread where you can get a beems gem like "that's why I was partying with seniors as a sophomore" is never a waste of time.
Quote from: JavaCat on May 15, 2012, 08:54:45 AMQuote from: BMWWcat on May 15, 2012, 08:43:00 AMThis thread has turned into a pile of crap...another beems vs. whoever wants to waste their time pissing contest...Any thread where you can get a beems gem like "that's why I was partying with seniors as a sophomore" is never a waste of time.There were casualties. We lost stevesie.
Quote from: Trim on May 15, 2012, 09:05:40 AMQuote from: JavaCat on May 15, 2012, 08:54:45 AMQuote from: BMWWcat on May 15, 2012, 08:43:00 AMThis thread has turned into a pile of crap...another beems vs. whoever wants to waste their time pissing contest...Any thread where you can get a beems gem like "that's why I was partying with seniors as a sophomore" is never a waste of time.There were casualties. We lost stevesie. But we gained a Jakesie!
Beems, who did you party with as a junior when your bros had graduated?
Quote from: Trim on May 15, 2012, 04:47:43 PMBeems, who did you party with as a junior when your bros had graduated?He was too good for high school parties by then and followed his buds to college.
