If you're a diehard fan of the show "Parks and Recreation" and go to school in Ohio, then this is the article for you! Based on common stereotypes/generalizations of major Ohio colleges, I was able to put together a list of the iconic characters of the show and which school fits them. Read on to find out who best matches your school!
Donna Meagle: Kent State University
Donna is arguably one of the biggest fashionistas on the show (next to Tom Haverford), and is never afraid to treat herself on a shopping spree. Kent State is one of the top schools in the nation for its fashion design program, so Donna would easily be one of Kent State's best alumni. Donna is sassy, very tech-savvy, and hip with the times, just like the modernized Kent State campus and the students who express their love for their school on social media.
Craig Middlebrooks: Miami University
Craig can be wild and unpredictable at times, but once Tom helps him with his composure, he transforms into a classy, well-dressed guy, much like the students of Miami. Craig is passionate, sassy, and gets defensive if people upset him; and if anyone bashes Miami in front of a student they will be quick to prove them wrong.
Andy Dwyer: Ohio University
Andy is an easily lovable and sweet character, and he's always getting into something crazy. Ohio University students always know how to have a good time and how to have fun, and if there's a party Andy will be the first to arrive. He is free-spirited, kind to everyone he meets, and loves to have fun, but he can be serious if he has to. Although he spends much of the series trying to figure out what he wants to do with his life, he finally gets a career he loves. Once you graduate from Ohio you are sure to be on track to a career that you'll love just as much.
Leslie Knope: The Ohio State University
Leslie is career driven and determined to be the best at everything, so what better alma mater for her than Ohio State? Her high standards and enthusiasm for her job are reflective of Ohio State students as they love their school more than anything. Leslie aims for the top, and Ohio State offers so many career paths and opportunities that can help students be the best they can be.
Tom Haverford: Bowling Green State University
If any character on the show would be in a fraternity, it would probably be Tom. Bowling Green's involvement in Greek life showcases their outstanding PR and marketing skills, which is Tom's speciality. Tom's charisma and overall swagger are part of what makes the students at Bowling Green so original. Bowling Green is often seen as a love-or-hate school, much like Tom's character.
Ann Perkins: Case Western Reserve University
Case Western's world famous medical school would be home to none other than Ann Perkins. Ann is sweet, kind, intelligent, and she is dedicated to her work. She loves her job as a nurse, which means she had to endure that extreme workload, but it all pays off in the future.
Chris Traeger: University of Cincinnati
Chris's enthusiasm and optimism are what makes him such a lovable character. UC's students show that same enthusiasm for their sports teams that they support no matter what. Chris would be in the middle of every student section leading every cheer and showing his pride for his school. Chris is driven, career-oriented, competitive, and works hard just like the students at UC. Literally.
Ben Wyatt: University of Dayton
The University of Dayton is known for being innovative, intelligent, and always pushing the boundaries of education. Ben is highly intelligent and makes it known without being obnoxious or snooty. He's humble, just like the students at Dayton. He is professional, caring, and devoted to his work, which makes him that much more respectable.
April Ludgate: University of Akron
April is, in the best way, dark and scary most of the time, which can be compared to the streets of Akron outside its campus. But when you get deeper into the university, you'll find that it's beautiful and full of opportunity. April is dark on the outside, but inside she's very caring, loving and protective of those she's close to. April is unsure about what she wants to do with her life, but she is not afraid to try new things and take advantage of those opportunities to find something she loves.
Ron Swanson: University of Toledo
We all know that Ron hates city life, and he prefers to live in solitude by himself. Well, what better place for him to go than the University of Toledo, in the middle of nowhere? Toledo isn't too big and crowded, and its smaller, closer community brings students together. Although Ron hates socializing with people, he eventually develops close relationships with his colleagues who deep down he loves.
