Naugatuck Valley Community College

Naugatuck Valley Community College

Waterbury, CT, USA
Public
2 Year

Justin's Review

Review of Naugatuck Valley Community College

from Derby, CT

Describe your college in three sentences.

Naugatuck Valley Community College has many extra-curricular activities that are a fantastic supplement to the course-load. On campus activities and events (plays, concerts, performances, dances, etc.) happen regularly. Like with all colleges, there are great teachers and poor teachers for any given subject, luckily at NVCC there is an center which offers free tutoring in almost any subject if you have the misfortune of having a poor teacher.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

Take advantage of student activities! There are honors programs, an active student government, tons of clubs, etc. I can almost guarantee that all of them will be worth your time. Of course, don't let this impede on your schoolwork. Study avidly.

Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?

The school itself has a Curriculum and Educational Affairs Committee that attempts to improve curriculums to ensure a worthwhile education of which student representatives are encouraged to give input. As always, there will be great or poor professors. Check websites like Rate Your Professor before registering for a class to be safe.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

There are no dorms at this college.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

There is a large cafeteria that has only improved since I've been here offering a full deli and grill with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Vending machines are spread across campus for quick-snacks and there is a pizzeria and another deli right off of campus.

What’s there to do for fun at your college?

There are a diverse range of clubs that host activities and events regularly and a theater that that is always putting on shows and concerts.

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

Much of the advising staff is very friendly and helpful -- just remember to be courteous and respectful and you're more than likely to receive the same. Same as anywhere else in the real world. There are mostly small classrooms ensuring attention to those who need extra help, most professors also offer office hours and there is a tutoring center. Many clubs, active falculty, student opinions matter, plenty of FREE parking close to campus, there is a newspaper, etc.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There are none that I am aware of.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

Students who enjoy being active with school politics and extra-curricular activities will find many opportunities for experience here.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

Too many to list! I'm in the Philosophy and Psychology clubs, but there are many others that are very diverse; Human Services, Chess, Student Nurses, Veteran's, Hobby Gamer's Club, Music and Arts, Black Student Union, and many more.

How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?

Aside from the occasional smokers lounging about doorways where they shouldn't be, there isn't much of a safety hazard here. There are cameras and security guards about the school, but not so many that you feel like you're living in 1984.