All of my teachers at SIUC overall have been fantastic. I especially recommend Dr. Hahn for Philosophy 104 and Dr. Martin for Sociology 108. Dr. Hahn is a wonderful teacher and does a good job keeping lectures very interesting. He does not put up with cell phone use, which is great because cell phones constantly going off during lectures are very annoying. Dr. Martin's class is also very entertaining, but his tests are difficult. He makes sure people know the material by having you apply what you learn in lectures and discussion sections. Overall, the teaching at SIUC is great and really do care about the grades you are earning.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
To be honest, I absolutely hate coming home for breaks. SIUC is a great place to be. There are a lot of fun places to go both close to campus and a little bit of a drive from campus. Of course, there are bars in Carbondale if you are interested, but there are other great things to do besides those. There are great restaurants close to campus, such as Fat Patties and Quatros, to go to to get away from dorm food. These places aren't too pricey and both do deliver. There is also Giant City Park and the Shawnee National Forest, which both have great hiking trails and places to camp.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Tuition is average for the state of Illinois, and SIUC offers a lot of majors that other colleges in Illinois do not. For example, I am in the Radiology program, which is the only four year program in the state of Illinois. Of course there are programs at community colleges, but this program allows people to specialize in certain areas, such as sonograms, MRI's, and radiation therapy. Like I said, the teaching is fantastic, so you are not wasting your time on crappy teaching. One thing that is annoying is the meal plan. A student living on campus has to choose either 12, 15, or 19 meals per week. A student cannot swipe in someone else unless if that other person also has a SIUC ID, which is annoying when guests from back home or other universities are in Carbondale to visit. For a visitor to eat in the dining halls, they have to pay around $7 to eat, which is not worth it for the overall quality of the food served.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Get out and join something! Staying in the dorm room is not fun at all. There are over 400 RSO's on campus, so there is something for everyone. I joined Marching Salukis this year, and it was a BLAST! I had never marched before, but the group was a lot of fun to be with. It's nice to have a little family together before classes even start. This would be the same way with any group, however. You will know people on campus and that group will give you resources for anything one could possibly need.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Honestly, I think SIUC is great for any type of student. Anyone can find something to join where they will meet other people just like them. Whatever your interest is (skydiving, music, or geology), there is a group or club for you to join. It may be known as a party school, but any school is a party school. Your college experience is whatever one makes it.
All of my teachers at SIUC overall have been fantastic. I especially recommend Dr. Hahn for Philosophy 104 and Dr. Martin for Sociology 108. Dr. Hahn is a wonderful teacher and does a good job keeping lectures very interesting. He does not put up with cell phone use, which is great because cell phones constantly going off during lectures are very annoying. Dr. Martin's class is also very entertaining, but his tests are difficult. He makes sure people know the material by having you apply what you learn in lectures and discussion sections. Overall, the teaching at SIUC is great and really do care about the grades you are earning.
To be honest, I absolutely hate coming home for breaks. SIUC is a great place to be. There are a lot of fun places to go both close to campus and a little bit of a drive from campus. Of course, there are bars in Carbondale if you are interested, but there are other great things to do besides those. There are great restaurants close to campus, such as Fat Patties and Quatros, to go to to get away from dorm food. These places aren't too pricey and both do deliver. There is also Giant City Park and the Shawnee National Forest, which both have great hiking trails and places to camp.
Tuition is average for the state of Illinois, and SIUC offers a lot of majors that other colleges in Illinois do not. For example, I am in the Radiology program, which is the only four year program in the state of Illinois. Of course there are programs at community colleges, but this program allows people to specialize in certain areas, such as sonograms, MRI's, and radiation therapy. Like I said, the teaching is fantastic, so you are not wasting your time on crappy teaching. One thing that is annoying is the meal plan. A student living on campus has to choose either 12, 15, or 19 meals per week. A student cannot swipe in someone else unless if that other person also has a SIUC ID, which is annoying when guests from back home or other universities are in Carbondale to visit. For a visitor to eat in the dining halls, they have to pay around $7 to eat, which is not worth it for the overall quality of the food served.
Get out and join something! Staying in the dorm room is not fun at all. There are over 400 RSO's on campus, so there is something for everyone. I joined Marching Salukis this year, and it was a BLAST! I had never marched before, but the group was a lot of fun to be with. It's nice to have a little family together before classes even start. This would be the same way with any group, however. You will know people on campus and that group will give you resources for anything one could possibly need.
Honestly, I think SIUC is great for any type of student. Anyone can find something to join where they will meet other people just like them. Whatever your interest is (skydiving, music, or geology), there is a group or club for you to join. It may be known as a party school, but any school is a party school. Your college experience is whatever one makes it.