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07-21-2012, 06:25 AM
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Location: Keizer, OR
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So I am 20 years old, currently studying languages in Community College, and looking for a place to go off to university. I already have some ideas but I want to see where else I can go. Here's my thinking...
I'm looking for
-A place with an urban setting or feel, but still in close proximity to nature. I can do small cities if they're within a few hours of a bigger city, but NOT A SUBURB.
-At least one good university that has a good foreign language AND arts programme.
-Cool winters with at least some snow, even if it's just a dusting I'll take it. Being close to mountains is also preferred. I'm not sure how I do in very harsh winters as I have never lived in a place with one.
-Liberal minded attitude, open towards gay people, and has alternative culture aplenty.
-Good food
-Good shopping
-Decent nightlife (hopefully a big university should take care of that)
-Friendly atmosphere that can make anyone feel cozy and at home
I don't need major sport teams, and I prefer summers to be pleasant and/or short. I can deal with cool humid but not so much hot humid. I prefer to have at the very least some change in season. Cost of living shouldn't matter too much if I can get a decent job and live on campus or have roommates to bunk with.
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07-21-2012, 07:00 AM
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Location: Bentonville, AR
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Portland or eugene Oregon.
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07-21-2012, 07:06 AM
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Location: Keizer, OR
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Quote:
Originally Posted by knrstz
Portland or eugene Oregon.
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Portland is my hometown, and I do miss it very much and wouldn't mind returning. But I want to see what other options I have as well. |
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07-21-2012, 07:10 AM
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Location: Northern Virginia
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Several Colorado cities would fit the bill.
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07-21-2012, 07:29 AM
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07-21-2012, 07:42 AM
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Burlington Vermont or Portland Maine with the exception of the winter stuff . . . 
Highlands/Bardstown Rd area of Louisville KY.
I spent 10 years looking for the same stuff you are and ended up in the Highlands. Asheville was close, but a little too young for me, and I found a car was necessary for a few reasons. As an artist musician, Louisville / Highlands is the coolest place Ive ever lived. 
Bloomington Indiana is nice, too. 
In fact, dont discount any rust belt towns--low COL factor and they all have some degree of vibrant, accesable fly-under-the-radar art scenes and stuff that appeals to younger, culturally minded individuals. |
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07-21-2012, 07:56 AM
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Location: Phoenix Arizona
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Its sounds like you want to leave Portland to find some place just like it.
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07-21-2012, 07:59 AM
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Location: Keizer, OR
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cacto
Its sounds like you want to leave Portland to find some place just like it.
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I live in Southern California currently for one thing. That may be true, I want to see what other places could be like what I want to find. |
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07-21-2012, 09:25 AM
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07-21-2012, 11:38 AM
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The University of Washington, which is smack in the middle of Seattle, seems like an obvious choice.
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