The body language of people in middle-age years tells much. On campus visitations, watch for the spirit and interaction of the young with their learned counterparts. In warm weather, classes are frequently taught outdoors. Even in winter, casual and spontaneous encounters should occur between faculty and students, especially around noon. The level of harmony and sense of togetherness are indicative of the rapport that makes learning come alive.
G is for Grades.
Grades are everything for students, but mean zilch if a spineless policy allows B and above to eight or nine out of ten. Inflation reduces the value of everything. Be certain to get the data before signing on the dotted line. No statistic, arcane or inane, escapes the academic computer. H is for Happy.