I like the liberal arts aspect of Carthage College. I have been able to try many different types of classes that help me to know what I am interested in studying. They are very good at leading students in the right direction.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
You do not need to know what you are going to major in before you go to this school. Many people end up switching majors and you have a lot of general education classes to take. Take your time in making up your mind.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The professors are very interested in your doing well in college. However, you have to work for your grades. I know that my professors want me to do well and give me the work load that will get me where I want to be.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
I am pleased with the dorm life. People are interested in meeting other people and most of the time you will find doors are open. Some of the dorms are quite far from the classes but some find it worth it considering they are apartment style rooms with private bathrooms.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
There are many different choices at Carthage in terms of eating. There is a cafeteria which is being remodeled to bring in more options, a Baja Fresh, Wow Wingery, and an Einsteins bagels. Along with those there is a Starbucks, Seattle's Best and a corner store which is like a convenient store.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are volleyball courts, full gym and pool that are open most of the time, and a new outdoors basketball court is being made this summer. We are right on the lake and have grills along the beach.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
We have the Kissing Rock which is a rock on campus that the different organizations will spray paint on a daily basis. It is a great tradition as well as a legend which says that any couple who kiss at this rock will get married.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
I always feel safe on campus. It is a closed campus and most of the students want to learn and have fun. There is security right on campus that is always on call and there are always people around so you never have to feel alone when walking down campus drive.
I like the liberal arts aspect of Carthage College. I have been able to try many different types of classes that help me to know what I am interested in studying. They are very good at leading students in the right direction.
You do not need to know what you are going to major in before you go to this school. Many people end up switching majors and you have a lot of general education classes to take. Take your time in making up your mind.
The professors are very interested in your doing well in college. However, you have to work for your grades. I know that my professors want me to do well and give me the work load that will get me where I want to be.
I am pleased with the dorm life. People are interested in meeting other people and most of the time you will find doors are open. Some of the dorms are quite far from the classes but some find it worth it considering they are apartment style rooms with private bathrooms.
There are many different choices at Carthage in terms of eating. There is a cafeteria which is being remodeled to bring in more options, a Baja Fresh, Wow Wingery, and an Einsteins bagels. Along with those there is a Starbucks, Seattle's Best and a corner store which is like a convenient store.
There are volleyball courts, full gym and pool that are open most of the time, and a new outdoors basketball court is being made this summer. We are right on the lake and have grills along the beach.
We have the Kissing Rock which is a rock on campus that the different organizations will spray paint on a daily basis. It is a great tradition as well as a legend which says that any couple who kiss at this rock will get married.
I always feel safe on campus. It is a closed campus and most of the students want to learn and have fun. There is security right on campus that is always on call and there are always people around so you never have to feel alone when walking down campus drive.