Pros:
-Free
-Good for beginners, thanks to generous pars, plentiful short holes, and similar style holes.
-Innova pins in good shape
-Unique use of topography/location, including railroad tracks, hills, and pine tree placement.
Cons:
-Tee pads are TERRIBLE. Lumpy, short rubber pads nailed to the ground, and they have been moved numerous times.
-Signage is sporadic thanks to vandals and mother nature. Some holes are missing their signs altogether, while others are partially there. Granted, the fully intact signs are very informative and accurate.
-Trash cans are almost always full/overflowing at each hole.
-Mowers/landscapers could do a better job maintaining the course. it looks shabby most of the time.
-Hole 1, 2, 3, 11, and 12 are all water holes, just as a warning to any newer golfers out there. Hole 3 is typically waterlogged where you have to walk around quite a long distance to get from the tee to the hole if you do not want to get wet.
Other Thoughts:
A good use of the location and space, but it could be improved and maintained much better, especially since it is on CMU's property and is a reflection on the university. Watch out for trains!