I've never comfortable in school settings until I started at Webster. The professors are the most supportive teachers I've ever met. Attending Webster makes me feel like I'm a part of this bigger family away from home. When I started my works-study at the English and Philosophy department, which is in an old mansion, I instantly became a member of their community.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Make sure to get to know your professors because they will be invaluable resources when trying to find jobs or if you just need advice. Take advantage of the fact you're in a small school. Get involved so you can find your passion and what you want to do with the rest of your life. If you can, live on campus because it helps you focus more on school and become more involved. Don't miss classes even though you're in college. Webster is small and the professor will notice and wonder why you're not in class. Just remember, though, it's only because they care. Also, get a work study job because If ever I need someone to talk to, I have dozens of professors and peers who care about me in my work study. Without a doubt Webster has the best professors and the best students.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Webster is challenging but the professors present these challenges well so I want to take them on. Finals aren't necessarily tests but projects, presentations, or speech so we have to take what we learn in the class and actually use it, instead of cramming for an exam and throwing our knowledge away.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
I've made my best friends at school from living in the dorms. The RA's really try to foster a bond among students. Sometimes it can get noisy and difficult to be around friends all the time, especially when trying to study. It's definitely an adjustment, but there are plenty of places to study, like the study rooms at the end of every hall, the lounges on every floor, or the library a two-minute walk away.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
There are many options at Webster, even vegetarian. Sometimes Marletto's can get old because I live on campus, but they do offer worldly foods. One day could be falafels, another could be curry, and the next Chinese. There is always soup and pizza. With that we have breakfast in the morning where waffles, pancakes, omelets, french toast, hash browns, and yogurt are available. At our University Center, Webster offers Wow Wingerey, Freshens smoothies, and Blimpie sandwiches. I don't go there as much because I prefer the surprises Marletto's offers. Besides those places though, there are sushi and coffee stands in various locations, along with a coffee shop in the library.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There is always something to do from the campus-wide, weeklong game of Humans Versus Zombies to the Harry Potter themed Yule Ball. You know we're a liberal arts college when we have Quidditch instead of football.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Webster is a global school, meaning we have campuses on several continents. Currently we just acquired a campus in Ghana. The best thing about our study abroad program is that tuition is basically the same and students receive a free plane ticket whether it be for Argentina or Thailand.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Definitely the game of HvZ, or Humans versus Zombies is an unusual tradition on campus. Basically, everyone signs up online to the program and at the first meeting, we receive our bandanas. Almost everyone in the game starts off as a human, with their bandanas tied around their arms. The one person who doesn't have a bandana tied around the arm is the Oz, or original zombie. If this person tags a human, the human turns into a zombie and must put her bandana on her head, to signify this. The zombie who tags the human takes their card and logs them into the HvZ database so that it becomes official. The more people become zombies, the more intense the game gets and the only way to fend off a zombie is to hit it with a Nerf gun dart or throw clean socks. So, this becomes a spectacle for the University because people are diving into bushes, Nerf guns are being fired, people are running to safe areas. It goes on for a week and it's definitely the most fun and ridiculous event Webster
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Webster is the school for anyone interested in the small school experience, who wants to study abroad, and actually become a part of the campus community. Creativity and eccentricity are praised and desired in Webster students. The campus has one of the largest LGBTQ populations and support for these students. Our conservatory theater is rated second best in the U.S. so theater students and students who enjoy theater are welcome.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are 70 different student organizations at Webster. From major-centered like Students for Biological Sciences to activity-centered clubs, like Video Game Club. There is something for everyone. Right now I'm extremely involved with WSES, or Webster Students for Environmental Sustainability, which leads our campus in the green movements, pushing for cleaner energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable solutions. There are support groups, like the LGBTQ alliance, and the Latin American Student Organization.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There is only one sorority and Greek houses aren't allowed.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Webster is an extremely safe area with help boxes to push if in trouble and campus safety roaming the campus, only a phone call away.
I've never comfortable in school settings until I started at Webster. The professors are the most supportive teachers I've ever met. Attending Webster makes me feel like I'm a part of this bigger family away from home. When I started my works-study at the English and Philosophy department, which is in an old mansion, I instantly became a member of their community.
Make sure to get to know your professors because they will be invaluable resources when trying to find jobs or if you just need advice. Take advantage of the fact you're in a small school. Get involved so you can find your passion and what you want to do with the rest of your life. If you can, live on campus because it helps you focus more on school and become more involved. Don't miss classes even though you're in college. Webster is small and the professor will notice and wonder why you're not in class. Just remember, though, it's only because they care. Also, get a work study job because If ever I need someone to talk to, I have dozens of professors and peers who care about me in my work study. Without a doubt Webster has the best professors and the best students.
Webster is challenging but the professors present these challenges well so I want to take them on. Finals aren't necessarily tests but projects, presentations, or speech so we have to take what we learn in the class and actually use it, instead of cramming for an exam and throwing our knowledge away.
I've made my best friends at school from living in the dorms. The RA's really try to foster a bond among students. Sometimes it can get noisy and difficult to be around friends all the time, especially when trying to study. It's definitely an adjustment, but there are plenty of places to study, like the study rooms at the end of every hall, the lounges on every floor, or the library a two-minute walk away.
There are many options at Webster, even vegetarian. Sometimes Marletto's can get old because I live on campus, but they do offer worldly foods. One day could be falafels, another could be curry, and the next Chinese. There is always soup and pizza. With that we have breakfast in the morning where waffles, pancakes, omelets, french toast, hash browns, and yogurt are available. At our University Center, Webster offers Wow Wingerey, Freshens smoothies, and Blimpie sandwiches. I don't go there as much because I prefer the surprises Marletto's offers. Besides those places though, there are sushi and coffee stands in various locations, along with a coffee shop in the library.
There is always something to do from the campus-wide, weeklong game of Humans Versus Zombies to the Harry Potter themed Yule Ball. You know we're a liberal arts college when we have Quidditch instead of football.
Webster is a global school, meaning we have campuses on several continents. Currently we just acquired a campus in Ghana. The best thing about our study abroad program is that tuition is basically the same and students receive a free plane ticket whether it be for Argentina or Thailand.
Definitely the game of HvZ, or Humans versus Zombies is an unusual tradition on campus. Basically, everyone signs up online to the program and at the first meeting, we receive our bandanas. Almost everyone in the game starts off as a human, with their bandanas tied around their arms. The one person who doesn't have a bandana tied around the arm is the Oz, or original zombie. If this person tags a human, the human turns into a zombie and must put her bandana on her head, to signify this. The zombie who tags the human takes their card and logs them into the HvZ database so that it becomes official. The more people become zombies, the more intense the game gets and the only way to fend off a zombie is to hit it with a Nerf gun dart or throw clean socks. So, this becomes a spectacle for the University because people are diving into bushes, Nerf guns are being fired, people are running to safe areas. It goes on for a week and it's definitely the most fun and ridiculous event Webster
Webster is the school for anyone interested in the small school experience, who wants to study abroad, and actually become a part of the campus community. Creativity and eccentricity are praised and desired in Webster students. The campus has one of the largest LGBTQ populations and support for these students. Our conservatory theater is rated second best in the U.S. so theater students and students who enjoy theater are welcome.
There are 70 different student organizations at Webster. From major-centered like Students for Biological Sciences to activity-centered clubs, like Video Game Club. There is something for everyone. Right now I'm extremely involved with WSES, or Webster Students for Environmental Sustainability, which leads our campus in the green movements, pushing for cleaner energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable solutions. There are support groups, like the LGBTQ alliance, and the Latin American Student Organization.
There is only one sorority and Greek houses aren't allowed.
Webster is an extremely safe area with help boxes to push if in trouble and campus safety roaming the campus, only a phone call away.