College does change an individual, and I certainly am no exception. I went to TCNJ expecting to gain better writing skills and become immersed in learning about the journalistic world. In actuality, the real learning came from outside the classroom (may sound a tad cliche' but alas it is true). I came out of freshman year having learned valuable social skills, talents and how to live on my own. Most importantly, I learned to believe in myself. Oh, and I did learn about journalism.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
I have not been happy 24/7 at TCNJ. While my first visit to the College was love at first sight, my first few months as a student were not. After a while, I realized that it was because I had not really made the effort to go out and meet people or find something that I really enjoyed. Soon after I started getting involved, began to fall back in love.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
The professors are all very devoted teachers and no student will ever be in a classroom where their name goes unknown. The Education and Nursing programs are particularly excellent, and students in all majors find themselves frequently challenged. TCNJ has been known for giving their students an Ivy league education for the public school price.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Get involved. Do what interests you. That is vital to a successful first year.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
To be perfectly honest, TCNJ really is for all kinds of people. There appears to be a place for just about everyone (the aforementioned tip on getting involved is a sure way to find your niche) and my school friends have an extremely varied social makeup. It does, however, help if you are looking for a beautiful campus on a medium sized location in suburbia.
College does change an individual, and I certainly am no exception. I went to TCNJ expecting to gain better writing skills and become immersed in learning about the journalistic world. In actuality, the real learning came from outside the classroom (may sound a tad cliche' but alas it is true). I came out of freshman year having learned valuable social skills, talents and how to live on my own. Most importantly, I learned to believe in myself. Oh, and I did learn about journalism.
I have not been happy 24/7 at TCNJ. While my first visit to the College was love at first sight, my first few months as a student were not. After a while, I realized that it was because I had not really made the effort to go out and meet people or find something that I really enjoyed. Soon after I started getting involved, began to fall back in love.
The professors are all very devoted teachers and no student will ever be in a classroom where their name goes unknown. The Education and Nursing programs are particularly excellent, and students in all majors find themselves frequently challenged. TCNJ has been known for giving their students an Ivy league education for the public school price.
Get involved. Do what interests you. That is vital to a successful first year.
To be perfectly honest, TCNJ really is for all kinds of people. There appears to be a place for just about everyone (the aforementioned tip on getting involved is a sure way to find your niche) and my school friends have an extremely varied social makeup. It does, however, help if you are looking for a beautiful campus on a medium sized location in suburbia.