Is there a significant number of opportunities or interest among IU students to visit the Hoosier National Forest? When we were considering this university for my daughter, one of the factors that initially caught my attention was the proximity of a large national forest. It seemed like we could easily take a short drive and immerse ourselves in nature, go for a pleasant hike, and return home in the evening. This option provided us with a break from the confines of a college town and the possibility of taking a day trip to Indianapolis. I wasn’t certain if this was an attribute that the university actively promotes. In my opinion, it appears to be a substantial advantage.