An institution for higher learning with a beautiful campus located on a salt water estuary could be an attractive endeavor for a student seeking not only an exceptional education, but the camaraderie associated with attending a small campus along with the vision of hope, success, friendships, and perhaps even love. Savannah, Georgia, home to this amazing historically black university which is also the oldest historically black university in the state - a detail hard to overlook. Savannah, the oldest city in the U.S., was established in 1733 on the Savannah River. As Georgia's fifth-largest city, it attracts millions of visitors annually. Known for it cobblestone streets, parks, and historic buildings, no wonder it might also attract students to its proud university. My husband and I are both graduates of Savannah State University (SSU) where we fell in love, married, and still proudly serve as ambassadors for our alma mater. While we now live near Atlanta, we visit Savannah regularly: for homecoming activities and opportunities to reconnect with friends or just go to the beach at Tybee Island for relaxation and recreation. Visitors, and so do we, enjoy the Savannah Riverboat, professionally operated by the River Street Riverboat Company. It's a great way to cruise the river, enjoy a delicious meal and great music. For those not familiar with Savannah, the Old Town Trolley Tours are fantastic. These are only two examples of the city's assets. Definitely recommend a getaway to this Atlantic seaport city where large cruise ships will perhaps some day grace the area. With Savannah historic districts, visitors experience all the offerings of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the United States - designated by the U.S. government in 1966. And...during your trip, consider planning a visit to the lovely campus of SSU, widely known as the "University by the Sea." Definitely encourage parents and students to research and examine this university whose motto is, "You can get anywhere from here." Its programs, courses, teaching, student performance, scholarship and service are worth the consideration.
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