A nice, new camera!

I am so excited to be getting a nice, new digital SLR camera! (thanks Mom!) Now I just have to choose which one to get. Anyone have any suggestions? I am thinking a Nikon or Cannon, entry level type camera. Right now I am leaning towards the Nikon D3100, overall the reviews are very good and Amazon has a deal that gives you an big discount on an additional lens.

After I get the camera I am going to be taking some photography classes at UT so I can actually use the camera and hopefully take some good photos. Wish me luck!