As the largest campus in the Penn State system, University Park is home to a diverse population of roughly 46,000 undergraduate students. It is located in the small, archetypal college town of State College where there are numerous eateries, however, many students choose to take advantage of the amenities available to them through the university directly (“Penn State Campuses…”). Approximately 13,700 students live on campus, and since first-year students are required to live on campus, it is crucial that they invest their time in finding an eating location that is worthy of their precious minutes.
Pollock Dining Commons is located at the center of campus on the second floor of the Pollock Commons building. Pollock’s “all-you-care-to-eat” …show more content…
A close, central dining hall in comparison to the residence halls on a college campus is important. Long, time consuming walks are never looked forward to when the weather is harsh or there is homework to be done. Pollock Commons is the most conveniently placed dining hall on campus. Penn Staters from each of the residence halls have the ability to walk there without extensive effort. The building can also accommodate the vast influx of students during “rush hour”. There are spacious walkways, a simple layout, and plentiful seating areas. Also, the hard task of juggling a meal plan and a full course load is made easier with the student-friendly hours. Often times the need for food is experienced at inopportune moments. Personally, I have class from eight o’clock AM to six o 'clock PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I am always pressed for time when it comes to squeezing in a meal, so the fact that Pollock is open until eight o’clock during the week is advantageous to my …show more content…
There are many eateries on this campus, but Pollock far exceeds each of them; its wide array of food, its accessibility, and its levels of comfort all contribute to this deserved title. The large selection alone is enough to offset any criticisms anyone has against the facility. Students have access to specialized food choices and a variety of dining concepts. After you have your food, you’re presented with the most modern-looking dining hall across the entire campus. Themed, restaurant-style platform stations of Pollock Dining provide an optimal experience and offer students and faculty at Penn State a fresh, lively dining
Pollock Dining Commons is located at the center of campus on the second floor of the Pollock Commons building. Pollock’s “all-you-care-to-eat” …show more content…
A close, central dining hall in comparison to the residence halls on a college campus is important. Long, time consuming walks are never looked forward to when the weather is harsh or there is homework to be done. Pollock Commons is the most conveniently placed dining hall on campus. Penn Staters from each of the residence halls have the ability to walk there without extensive effort. The building can also accommodate the vast influx of students during “rush hour”. There are spacious walkways, a simple layout, and plentiful seating areas. Also, the hard task of juggling a meal plan and a full course load is made easier with the student-friendly hours. Often times the need for food is experienced at inopportune moments. Personally, I have class from eight o’clock AM to six o 'clock PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I am always pressed for time when it comes to squeezing in a meal, so the fact that Pollock is open until eight o’clock during the week is advantageous to my …show more content…
There are many eateries on this campus, but Pollock far exceeds each of them; its wide array of food, its accessibility, and its levels of comfort all contribute to this deserved title. The large selection alone is enough to offset any criticisms anyone has against the facility. Students have access to specialized food choices and a variety of dining concepts. After you have your food, you’re presented with the most modern-looking dining hall across the entire campus. Themed, restaurant-style platform stations of Pollock Dining provide an optimal experience and offer students and faculty at Penn State a fresh, lively dining