('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]
(..) in the area know that Pan Am will be initiating a new recruiting program this year. I'll, uh, be stopping by your campus tomorrow morning. Thank you all very much for coming. At the end of the day I'll be choosing eight young ladies to be a part of... (..)2002 Catch Me If You Can