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17 Signs You Go to School in Virginia

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at JMU chapter.

1. All the smart kids go to UVA.

But they’re still cool.

2. Some may argue that JMU stands for “Just Missed UVA.”

But you’re extremely happy here and wouldn’t have it any other way.

3. William & Mary is for the religious kids.

Nothing wrong with that.

4. Radford goes way harder than you ever will.

And definitely has the most underage violations.

5. VMI kids go to other schools to party.

We don’t mind.

6. JMU beat Tech in football in 2010.

And we still talk about it.

7. VCU is in their own little world.

Do they not like us?

8. Cookout is the best late-night food.

Especially the milkshakes.

9. Bojangles is the best hungover breakfast.

And even better at a tailgate.

10. Sweet tea is your drink of choice.

There’s nothing better.

11. Everyone is extremely nice.

Even if you’re not in the mood.

12. “Y’all” is a key word in your vocabulary.

 

Even if you’re from the north.

13. Monograms are everywhere.

Especially on sorority girls.

14. Snow days come in threes.

VA just doesn’t know how to plow.

15.  Chevron dresses are a thing.

And are always worn to day drinks.

16. There are a ton of Jersey kids at your school.

And you’re likely friends with a lot of them.

17. You’re proud to be going to a school in the great state of Virginia.

No matter where you go.

Rachel graduated from the Honors College at James Madison University in May 2017 and is pursuing a career in the media/PR industry. She majored in Media Arts & Design with a concentration in journalism and minored in Spanish and Creative Writing. She loves spending time with friends and family, traveling, and going to the beach.
Aleixka has a B.A. in Media Arts and Design and a minor in Spanish from James Madison University. She loves all things books, traveling, food, and photography.