suitcase college
n.— «Although Florham-Madison is the most residential of the three campuses, it is still “a suitcase college,” with many dormitory residents heading home on weekends.» —“Ailing University Seeks New Image To Lure Students” by Jonathan Friendly in Rutherford, N.J. New York Times Oct. 6, 1984. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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