Lehigh University — Attraction in Bethlehem

I attended during the 1980s, which was a difficult time for the town of Bethlehem, and even for the University, this being caused largely by the disheartening decline of Bethlehem Steel. The era helped usher in a period of change, one that would limit and control the party scene at the school, expand the campus (physically and academically), and perhaps to allow the University to depend more so on itself for ideas and impetus (rather than associated institutions and businesses)... I was initially attracted to Lehigh for its strength in the Sciences and Math, laissez faire attitude in regard to distribution requirements and foreign language, and the beauty of its campus.

I applied to 17 schools, in the East and mid-West, and had been around, therefore. Lehigh actually has one of the prettiest campuses in the Eastern U.S. I also enjoyed, after becoming a student, its snug closeness with the town, and on the other side of the mountain, its almost dreamy bucolicness. Matters have changed to a degree now, yes, what with the extension to I-78 and the new football stadium, but nonetheless much remains.

With the quality of the teaching I was always consistently impressed, and of how much the professors and deans cared about individual students. And as a student, my recognition for its laissez faire attitude to distribution came to be much appreciated, as I was never forced to take a class I did not like...! It did come close: yet due to the quaintness and joviality of the Professor, it eventually proved an experience in itself. As time passed, I made the decision to depart studies of Math and Science, even granted its beauty and fascination, to the broader fields of Philosophy and History, in my own journey to get a liberal arts education. Yet, my appraisal of the high quality of education did not change.

In conclusion, I would like to offer a short response to Mr. Stan Yavoroski, who graduated from Lehigh a generation ago, and had the critique that it was not as open to new technology as it should be. There is an element of truth here, as Lehigh has been very traditional and conservative, generally speaking, in its long history, in regards to technology, and other matters as well. But that was 40 odd years ago, and perspectives can change. Nevertheless, there are strengths in a conservative approach: that energy and effort is not wasted in (at times) fruitless endeavors... Lehigh is a growing and well balanced technical University that has openings and opportunities for many various types of students, and for those seeking a liberal arts education. I can only believe, in the quarter century since I left, that it has...

An absolutely outstanding private university that competes with the very best ivy leagues and independents. After having attended five major universities including Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland with the accomplishment of two undergraduate degrees and one masters, I can firmly attest to the high quality of the value of my Lehigh degree versus all other places I attended. In fact, I consider Lehigh the best among them all. What makes Lehigh different? It's their emphasis on the best work ethic, quality and accuracy of one's output. Lehigh has a long established and proven tradition of engineering excellence with a rock solid leading history that helped to build our nation. Lehigh University graduates are responsible for some of the finest engineering accomplishments for Private industry throughout the United States of America. There are only a select few of universities in this nation to be able to boast such an accomplishment, perhaps including MIT If you are fortunate enough to be accepted at Lehigh and have the ability to pass through the crucible of education during your first two years, because two out of three will fail their initial program of study (at least that's how it was back in 1981), then you will be on your way to having achieved one of the very best degrees from this top rated University. And, more importantly, it will lead you to a highly sought after degree by employers because, in my estimation, that is the purpose of one'seducation. To be able to get a good job, compete and win. I don't care where you go or who you compete against, your Lehigh degree will serve you far better than nearly everyone you work with including those who graduated from the Ivy League. That has been my experience as I am now retired from 35 years of technical practice for seven different Fortune 200 corporations. My last position, I was a national power lead for a large multinational consulting company. And, after Lehigh, I resided in Boston, Washington DC, Wilmington Delaware and finished up in the suburbs of maryland. Lehigh is the best among the best, no doubt at all. If you are considering Lehigh, especially for business or engineering, then know that you will have a degree to help you be highly successful from career and achievement standpoints. I wish you the best on your...

Lehigh is a first-class university that is recognized both nationally and internationally for its highly selective admissions process and great academics, especially in the science and engineering programs. Lehigh is considered, by many individuals in academia, to be part of a group of highly elite colleges known as the "New Ivies". I have personally visited the campus on a few occasions and every experience has been great; all of the faculty and staff are extremely helpful, friendly, and intelligent. I also heard a rumor that when the Ivy League was first being established, Lehigh received an invitation to join the Ivy League, but Lehigh officials turned the Ivy League deal down, not once, not twice, but three times!

This elite university is clearly on the rise... It has an influential and innovative strategic plan for its academic success in the future. I would expect this university to be ranked much, much higher in years to come... I can't believe they were only ranked 38th in National Universities by USNWR; Lehigh University should be ranked much higher for the 2014 USNWR rankings. After all, it is one of the best universities in...