Catawba College is a great school where everyone is able to find their own niche. The teachers are so willing to take the time out of their day and help with anything and everything you could ever need. There is always something different to do on campus every week, ranging from massage chairs to exotic animals.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Tour Catawba before moving in so you are not lost on those first few days of orientation.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Even though Catawba College does expect a great deal out of their students, there is not a feeling on campus that if you are not studying then you are doing something wrong. Many of the students begin study groups with their friends and others in their classes because there is a desire to succeed that spreads across campus from the performing arts majors all the way to the Biology majors.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Living in the dorms at college is a great way to make friends and to get use to having to share your space with someone. The RA's (Resident Assistants) always have activities planned so you can get to know everyone on your hall.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food and dining on campus is great. The cafe is always open whenever someone could be hungry and if you don't want what they are serving in the cafe, you can always head up to McCorkles or Starbucks and grab a bite to eat there.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
On campus there are typically activities going on every night from bingo to concerts put on by the music majors and everything is free. You are also able to attend the games and productions for absolutely no cost.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Even though the price tag for Catawba may seem a little pricey at first, the personal education that you receive because of the small class sizes and the dedicated teachers that actually know you by name make up for the price.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There are no unusual traditions or locations on campus that I know of, but that doesn't mean anything.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Catawba College is great for any type of student that does not want to just be a number at a large school or a small fish in a large pond.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are numerous clubs on campus that always plan events for the student body and if you are unable to find a club that works for you, then you are always able to establish your own club.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Due to the founder's rules, Greek life is not allowed on campus. We do, however, have societies; the Dead Athenian Society (DAS) and the Philomathean Society for the men and the Delphinian Society and the Helen Foil Beard Society for the women.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Catawba College is very safe. We have 24 hour Public Safety and RA's that are constantly making rounds on campus every night to ensure safety.
Catawba College is a great school where everyone is able to find their own niche. The teachers are so willing to take the time out of their day and help with anything and everything you could ever need. There is always something different to do on campus every week, ranging from massage chairs to exotic animals.
Tour Catawba before moving in so you are not lost on those first few days of orientation.
Even though Catawba College does expect a great deal out of their students, there is not a feeling on campus that if you are not studying then you are doing something wrong. Many of the students begin study groups with their friends and others in their classes because there is a desire to succeed that spreads across campus from the performing arts majors all the way to the Biology majors.
Living in the dorms at college is a great way to make friends and to get use to having to share your space with someone. The RA's (Resident Assistants) always have activities planned so you can get to know everyone on your hall.
The food and dining on campus is great. The cafe is always open whenever someone could be hungry and if you don't want what they are serving in the cafe, you can always head up to McCorkles or Starbucks and grab a bite to eat there.
On campus there are typically activities going on every night from bingo to concerts put on by the music majors and everything is free. You are also able to attend the games and productions for absolutely no cost.
Even though the price tag for Catawba may seem a little pricey at first, the personal education that you receive because of the small class sizes and the dedicated teachers that actually know you by name make up for the price.
There are no unusual traditions or locations on campus that I know of, but that doesn't mean anything.
Catawba College is great for any type of student that does not want to just be a number at a large school or a small fish in a large pond.
There are numerous clubs on campus that always plan events for the student body and if you are unable to find a club that works for you, then you are always able to establish your own club.
Due to the founder's rules, Greek life is not allowed on campus. We do, however, have societies; the Dead Athenian Society (DAS) and the Philomathean Society for the men and the Delphinian Society and the Helen Foil Beard Society for the women.
Catawba College is very safe. We have 24 hour Public Safety and RA's that are constantly making rounds on campus every night to ensure safety.