This bike is very sturdy and will last for a long time with minimal care. It will handle anything you throw at it, including mud, curb jumps, flats, and crashes. Novara bikes were made by REI for recreational riders who want a quality bike to go have some fun with on the weekends. This was my daily driver until I grew out of it, it's been kept inside most of the time, and aside from a few paint chips, it's good as new.

Size M (5'4 to 5'10, but you could make it work with a wider height range if you're feeling adventurous)

Specs:
Front suspension w/ ~100 mm travel
Shimano components
Thumb shifters instead of twist shifters
3x8 gears
Thick tires (~2 in)
Rim brakes (w/ option to install disc brakes available)
Front wheel detaches for easy car loading
Excellent blue color!

Contact me for a test ride. Happy to meet on campus or elsewhere. Price is semi-negotiable. Cash is preferable.