Anonymous wrote:I get what OP is trying to say and I'm interested in this as well.

Instead of normal (which I agree sounds offensive) I would say "mainstream" or even "basic" or "bro" although the later 2 both have negative connotations, in different ways. My son is "basic" or "bro" from a pop culture or social standpoint but is a top student and looking for a strong academic environment where he's not a face in the crowd.

It's kind of tricky to find schools to fit this student. They're not quirky or esoteric, they're progressive socially when pinned down but don't care all that much, they love sports and partying and yet they're really bright and took the top classes, got top/perfect scores, loved closer relationships with teachers when they've had them.

Anonymous wrote:I get what OP is trying to say and I'm interested in this as well.

Instead of normal (which I agree sounds offensive) I would say "mainstream" or even "basic" or "bro" although the later 2 both have negative connotations, in different ways. My son is "basic" or "bro" from a pop culture or social standpoint but is a top student and looking for a strong academic environment where he's not a face in the crowd.

It's kind of tricky to find schools to fit this student. They're not quirky or esoteric, they're progressive socially when pinned down but don't care all that much, they love sports and partying and yet they're really bright and took the top classes, got top/perfect scores, loved closer relationships with teachers when they've had them.

Anonymous wrote:Colgate alum here (F). If he's into recreational sports especially outdoor, it's a great choice. Ski hill and golf course on campus; Lake Moraine a short drive; lots of hiking and biking opportunities; intramurals in a variety of sports. A normal "cool" guy with a strong sense of self will do just fine. Some of the frats (at least in my day) welcomed the normal "cool" contingents, too, but there were also plenty of friend groups where the guys didn't join frats and were still normal and "cool."

Anonymous wrote:Holy Cross

Anonymous wrote:Bucknell or or wasp suburban bro
W&L or SMU or URichmond for southern bro
Colgate or Hamilton for NE bro from Westchester or the like

Wake for non southern that want to feel southern, Vandy for very smart of this type.