The teachers take time out of their schedules to help you, ( although it is a given that you have to do some work yourself.) On top of that the library database is the best ever and easy to navigate through with a little guidance, ( it is a great help when you need to write a paper.) Tutoring is free for all attending students. They even have walk in tutoring sessions.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
It is hard to get used to it, as a person of color I don't know what it is but it is hard to relate and communicate with absolutely everyone on campus without some sort of racial lines being recognized. Grand Valley State is working very hard to blurr and eventually make the school itself a place where those lines may exist but not matter at all.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Your freshman year it is expensive but you get a meal plan 2-3 meals a day on your card. money on your laundry card AND debit dollars which is basically anytime money that you can used when going to any convenience store on campus. Also any sporting events for students are free( for all students), and printing paper at most computer labs is free also( for all students) . This is my first year and I don't need anything concerning extra food ( unless I have a hankoring for home cooked meals) while on campus. Money wise and food wise for your freshman year you are covered.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Study hard and use the tutoring opportunities as soon as you see you have difficulty in a class. Better late then never. Try to stay active in many on campus activities but, if you get a chance go down town and check it out, they have something going on every night. Also when in doubt talk to a counselor, RA, or some type of faculty when you feel stressed out or need help. That is what they are there for. College is about higher learning not stressing out and crying everyday because its hard. Get the help you need and keep it moving! :)
Make sure you consider who you are going to live with before you agree to live wherever you are going to live. It can be extremely stressful to live with people you have a problem living with and not be able to move out it you have waited too long to make changes.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Great for students that need smaller size classes and a more structured learning.
For the students that need hands on teachers.
For students that need to be around very nice and welcoming people and have a great sense of community.
For students that are positive, like to try new things and are or would like to be optimistic about their future career in the college or their lives for that matter.
For students that are culturally aware, and like to experience other cultures as well.
For students that have been home schooled, only children, or have siblings.
The teachers take time out of their schedules to help you, ( although it is a given that you have to do some work yourself.) On top of that the library database is the best ever and easy to navigate through with a little guidance, ( it is a great help when you need to write a paper.) Tutoring is free for all attending students. They even have walk in tutoring sessions.
It is hard to get used to it, as a person of color I don't know what it is but it is hard to relate and communicate with absolutely everyone on campus without some sort of racial lines being recognized. Grand Valley State is working very hard to blurr and eventually make the school itself a place where those lines may exist but not matter at all.
Your freshman year it is expensive but you get a meal plan 2-3 meals a day on your card. money on your laundry card AND debit dollars which is basically anytime money that you can used when going to any convenience store on campus. Also any sporting events for students are free( for all students), and printing paper at most computer labs is free also( for all students) . This is my first year and I don't need anything concerning extra food ( unless I have a hankoring for home cooked meals) while on campus. Money wise and food wise for your freshman year you are covered.
Study hard and use the tutoring opportunities as soon as you see you have difficulty in a class. Better late then never. Try to stay active in many on campus activities but, if you get a chance go down town and check it out, they have something going on every night. Also when in doubt talk to a counselor, RA, or some type of faculty when you feel stressed out or need help. That is what they are there for. College is about higher learning not stressing out and crying everyday because its hard. Get the help you need and keep it moving! :) Make sure you consider who you are going to live with before you agree to live wherever you are going to live. It can be extremely stressful to live with people you have a problem living with and not be able to move out it you have waited too long to make changes.
Great for students that need smaller size classes and a more structured learning. For the students that need hands on teachers. For students that need to be around very nice and welcoming people and have a great sense of community. For students that are positive, like to try new things and are or would like to be optimistic about their future career in the college or their lives for that matter. For students that are culturally aware, and like to experience other cultures as well. For students that have been home schooled, only children, or have siblings.