Community with others and with God is a big deal on campus. There are many ways to met people and grow in your relationship with Christ. I can't imagine myself anywhere else!
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Spend time looking for scholarships. Messiah has very generous merit-based scholarships that most students get, but it is good to have some back-up scholarships. Attend open house or preview days! I did not decide to come here until I actually set foot on campus. Visits are the best way to see which school is best for you.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Classes are tough. It's definitely not like high school! But the professors are mostly, if not all, extremely helpful and want you to succeed.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Residence Life staff (RA's and Residence Directors) are all extremely nice and are good at forming community in the residence halls. My first-year floor mates are still some of my best friends, because of the community we had on the floor. Floors are not co-ed, and there are visitation hours to go to opposite-gender floors.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Lottie Dining Hall has delicious food some days, not so delicious food other days. There's always stir-fry and build-your-own bars like quesadillas or omelettes. The Union Cafe is a great option when the dining hall isn't appetizing, with burgers, pizza, chicken sandwiches, and other grill items. The Falcon Cafe is a great lunch spot with paninis, soups, salad, and rice bowls. Overall, you won't go hungry.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are concerts throughout the week, including student coffee houses. The musical theater productions are wonderful. Sporting events are a big hit as well. Both our women's and men's soccer teams have won multiple division titles in the past five years, so the soccer games are main events on campus. Lost Films occur every weekend in Parmer Cinema and showcase newly-released movies in case you missed them in the theater.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
While this college is a bit pricey, there are numerous scholarship opportunities to make it more affordable. The relationships built here and the ways to grow in faith are what makes Messiah definitely worth the cost to attend.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Every year during finals week, students gather outside at midnight to scream as loudly as they can. The Midnight Scream is eerie at first but is a great way to release stress.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Students who want to be challenged both academically and spiritually.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are so many clubs to get involved in and it is easy to overbook your schedule. From music groups to club sports, radio station to online magazine, and service groups to cultural clubs, there is something for everyone to get involved in.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
It is a VERY safe campus. Walking from the library to the dorms at midnight is not a worry, but Campus Safety will give you a ride to your dorm if you would like one.
Community with others and with God is a big deal on campus. There are many ways to met people and grow in your relationship with Christ. I can't imagine myself anywhere else!
Spend time looking for scholarships. Messiah has very generous merit-based scholarships that most students get, but it is good to have some back-up scholarships. Attend open house or preview days! I did not decide to come here until I actually set foot on campus. Visits are the best way to see which school is best for you.
Classes are tough. It's definitely not like high school! But the professors are mostly, if not all, extremely helpful and want you to succeed.
Residence Life staff (RA's and Residence Directors) are all extremely nice and are good at forming community in the residence halls. My first-year floor mates are still some of my best friends, because of the community we had on the floor. Floors are not co-ed, and there are visitation hours to go to opposite-gender floors.
Lottie Dining Hall has delicious food some days, not so delicious food other days. There's always stir-fry and build-your-own bars like quesadillas or omelettes. The Union Cafe is a great option when the dining hall isn't appetizing, with burgers, pizza, chicken sandwiches, and other grill items. The Falcon Cafe is a great lunch spot with paninis, soups, salad, and rice bowls. Overall, you won't go hungry.
There are concerts throughout the week, including student coffee houses. The musical theater productions are wonderful. Sporting events are a big hit as well. Both our women's and men's soccer teams have won multiple division titles in the past five years, so the soccer games are main events on campus. Lost Films occur every weekend in Parmer Cinema and showcase newly-released movies in case you missed them in the theater.
While this college is a bit pricey, there are numerous scholarship opportunities to make it more affordable. The relationships built here and the ways to grow in faith are what makes Messiah definitely worth the cost to attend.
Every year during finals week, students gather outside at midnight to scream as loudly as they can. The Midnight Scream is eerie at first but is a great way to release stress.
Students who want to be challenged both academically and spiritually.
There are so many clubs to get involved in and it is easy to overbook your schedule. From music groups to club sports, radio station to online magazine, and service groups to cultural clubs, there is something for everyone to get involved in.
It is a VERY safe campus. Walking from the library to the dorms at midnight is not a worry, but Campus Safety will give you a ride to your dorm if you would like one.