('US, somewhat old-fashioned') The quarterback of the football team is a real 'big man on campus'. [=he is important and well-known]
She prefers living 'off campus'. [=she prefers not living in the dormitories/housing provided by the school]
How do you like living 'on campus'? [=in the dormitories/housing provided by the school]
(..) young lady. Take your time. You were smart. You come back early, you beat the rush. I just wanted to get a jump on things. I like the campus when it's kind of empty like this, you know. All quiet. - Snow's pretty, too. - Yeah, very pretty. There's something very magical (..)2004 TvShow: Gilmore Girls Title: The Nanny and the Professor Season: 4 Episode 10
(..) - Or a foosball table. - I should find something to do. - Having help is stressing him. Why do you have to get back to campus so early? - Classes don't start for a couple of days. - I have a lot of stuff to do. It'll be nice and quiet without roommates. Where are the roomsmate? (..)2004 TvShow: Gilmore Girls Title: The Nanny and the Professor Season: 4 Episode 10