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University A place where people go to learn things and get degrees, but also where they often struggle with homework and exams. ■ "I can't believe I have to do this calculus homework for my university class. It's like pulling teeth!
graduate a person who has completed a course of study or obtained a degree from a school or university ■ John graduated with honors from Harvard University, but he still can't figure out how to use a fork.
Alumni Noun ■ The alumni of the University of Oxford have been known to throw a wild party every year during graduation, causing havoc on campus.
Attend To go to a place or event, usually for the purpose of listening or observing. ■ "I'll attend the lecture at the university tomorrow," said the student.
DORM A large building with multiple rooms where students live during their time at college or university. ■ "I can't believe I have to share a dorm room with three other people!
education The process of acquiring knowledge and skills, typically through formal instruction in a school or university. ■ Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing! That's what I call an education in nutrition.
Endowment A large and generous gift of money, usually to an educational institution. ■ "The university received a huge endowment from a wealthy alumni, allowing them to build a new science center."
fresher A person who has just arrived at a school or university, often appearing green and inexperienced. ■ Wow, you're such a fresher! You've clearly never been to college before.
Halls A large, open space with rows of narrow corridors or passages, typically in a school, university, or hospital. ■ The halls of the school were filled with the sounds of laughter and chatter as students walked to their classes.
professors A group of highly educated individuals who teach at a university. ■ "I can't believe my professors still use chalkboards in the 21st century!"
Registrar An official who records transactions, usually in a school or university. ■ "I went to the registrar's office to register for my classes, but when I got there, they were closed. Guess I have to wait until next week."
Student A young person who is studying to become a professional, typically enrolled in college or university. ■ She may be a student in the sciences, but she's definitely not one of those people who can't make a joke.
Undergraduate A person who is enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at a college or university. ■ "I can't believe you actually paid tuition to be an undergraduate for four years. That's insane!"
Degree A unit of measurement used to determine how much a person knows or has learned about something. Also used as an honorific title for university graduates. ■I have a degree in computer science, but I'm still not very good at coding.
Faculty A group of highly educated professionals who work together at a university or college to teach and conduct research. ■ "The faculty meeting was like watching paint dry. It was so boring that even the coffee was doctored to make it seem interesting."
Oxford A university located in England known for its academic rigor and prestigious degrees. ■ "I heard you got into Oxford! Congratulations on your acceptance!"; A large, clumsy ox with long horns. ■ "That oxford almost trampled me while I was feeding it carrots!"
Residency A state of being or remaining in a particular place, especially for a specified period of time. ■ "John was a proud New Yorker, but he knew that after his residency at the prestigious Ivy League university was over, he'd have to leave the city he loved."
stud A term used to refer to a male student at a prestigious university. Often associated with intelligence, ambition and hard work. ■ "I heard John is such a stud, he's already finished his PhD thesis at the age of 23!"
Subject The thing that is studied or taught in a school, university, or other educational institution. Also, a person or thing being dealt with by authority or official procedure. ■ Did you hear about the math subject who refused to learn calculus? He said it was too hard to understand and he just wanted to stick to adding and subtracting.
Theses A set of statements or ideas that someone believes should be accepted as true, usually for a university degree. ■ "I wrote my thesis on the importance of eating more kale. Now I'm in high demand at all the farmer's markets."
undergrad A young person who is studying at a college or university undergraduate level. ■ I remember my undergrad days when we used to pull all-nighters studying for exams. It was the only time I could keep up with my roommate's jokes.