7 Ways You Know You Attend CAU: As told by A Different World
There's truly no place in the world like the illustrious Clark Atlanta University! Have you ever wondered what sets a CAU student apart from the rest? We'll here's your guide on the 7 Ways You Know You Attend CAU.
Fried Chicken Wednesday
A day at CAU that deserves its own holiday. Yes, we're talking about Fried Chicken Wednesday and it's really important to CAU students. This is the one day that students look forward to spending 30 mins-2 hours in the Crogman Eatery, aka, the Caf.
If you're at student at CAU, you know that the 12pm lunch period is worst than traffic on GA-400 or I-75, but every minute is worth standing in line for that cornbread and fried chicken. Yumm!
Matriculation
Only the best of the best attend Clark Atlanta University. As one of the oldest and youngest HBCU's, the term "matriculation" is key at this institution. It means more than just attending CAU. It means you overcome obstacles, while at CAU and live to tell the story at your graduation.
If you're a student at CAU, you will hear "matriculation" from professors, falculty, staff, upperclassmen, and your favorite pals, the Orientation Guides (OGs).
Dance Rituals
At CAU, every function consist of a unity dance that students and faculty alike dance to everytime.
If you're a student at CAU, then you know our anthem is the song "Swag Surf." The only song, besides "Before I Let Go" and " " Cha Cha Slide" that allows you to unite with a fellow Panther and rock side to side giving praise.
Greek Life
When your Ques can grill chicken, give a tour, and hop like their life depends on it... at the same time! Then, you know you're at CAU!!
From the yard shows on the promenade, the events, even down to the community service, the Greek Life at CAU is unlike any other university.
Woodruff Library
When everyone within the AUC decide to study in the library, you know that its either midterms or finals week approaching. At these times of the semester, the library is open 24/7 and literally every student is occupied at a computer, study room, or table studying. To relieve stress, student organizations pass out free snacks, supplies and drinks!
With hundreds of students in the library, its impossible not bond or meet new friends. That;s why the library is also called, Club Woodi!!
If you're a student at CAU, then you know its a hassle trying to study in the library during midterms and finals. However, Club Woodi has everything you need, so you still go to the library.
CAU Jargon
At Clark Atlanta University the students have their own language that ONLY CAU students understand.
Carl and Mary Ware TRANSLATION Carlamarware
The Cafeteria TRANSLATION The caf
The Promenade TRANSLATION The 'Nade
Orientation Guides TRANSLATION OGs
Woodruff Library TRANSLATION Club Woodi
The Reality of A Different World
Attending CAU is parallel to college life of the hit sitcom, A Different World.
We have the Shazzas
-The preachers and activists of our generation
- The male dashiki wearers
- The artsy dudes
The quirky Freddies
-The female dashiki wearers
- The feminist and activists of our generation
The intelligent Kims
- The women who are career driven
- Anything below an A is failing
- Women who work hard to play hard
The wingman/ pretty boy Rons
- See the beauty in all women
- Have dreams of settling down with one woman ater 30
- Popular socialites
-A good friend
The Glo' Up Dewaynes
- Kinda dorky their freshman year
- Has an internship every semester
-Consciously aware of society and technology advancements
- Has a beautiful girlfriend ( that he had crush on for years)
The.......Whitleys
- Independent women
- Outgoing and comical
- Go-getters
- Love nice things
We could go on and on about the characters of CAU and A Different World,but to see more just attend the illustrious Clark Atlanta University.
