I am going into my 4th year and have learned an outstanding amount of information on anything and everything. My classes are intense and force you think outside the box. The teachers like to give a general guideline to the lecture and then have the students take it from there so that they make themselves think further than just what the text book has to say. My general course work has been great and has helped me become a better student in my own field of study. The education department here is fantastic. They really give you chance to be in the field and have the experience with teacher other than just the student teaching. The teachers in the department are always willing to help you learn more and understand more especially when it comes to helping you to learn to teach better.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
Winthrop has a marvellous campus. The scenery is always in tip top shape. The people are so diverse and in both culture and education that you cannot help but to get into conversations with random people when waiting for your next class to start. Teachers are fantastic and always willing to make sure that students are learning. The school is not centered around sports which means that academics come first. Class sizes for the most part are small and gives a better opportunity for the students to learn better and have one on one time with the teachers.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
For the education department you cannot get any better than Winthrop for money. Winthrop is rated as one of the leading South Eastern Teaching colleges and we can back it up. We get experience from day one in the classrooms of local schools with real teachers and students. As you become more established in the field and understanding of the education program you truly understand why Winthrop is rated so highly.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Always do your reading assignments. Even if you do not talk about it in class does not mean you won't be tested on it. I had a proffessor that did lecture and never refered to anything in the book. I failed the first test because half the test came from the book. Also, learn how to bargain hunt for books. Either have a friend you has already had the class leaned you their book, become buddies with someone in the class, or do like I do and buy the edition before the one the teacher wants (unless it is a math class). Books relatively stay the same from edition to edition with statistics changing. If you have a previous edition you will be okay on the readings just get with a classmate to make sure all the statistics and terms are correct or have not been added too. Learn where quick spots to grab food are on campus between classes or carry lots of snacks to get you through until you can get a meal. You don't always have time to stop at the cafeteria for lunch before your next class. Don't waste your money at the vending machines either. Walgreen's is in walking distance (everyday I did this), go grab snacks and drinks there weekly or daily to carry with you during the day so your not wasting those much needed quarters at the ball game later that day.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Great for all students. We are a student body of almost all cultures and backgrounds. From the students alone, I have talked to me Arabic, Afghan, Asian, and many more (even someone from Egypt). We have so much fun debating topics from religion to what is on TV for children between classes you won't see each other for weeks but the next time you do you pick up right where you left off. ( I have been late to class because of these discussions).
I am going into my 4th year and have learned an outstanding amount of information on anything and everything. My classes are intense and force you think outside the box. The teachers like to give a general guideline to the lecture and then have the students take it from there so that they make themselves think further than just what the text book has to say. My general course work has been great and has helped me become a better student in my own field of study. The education department here is fantastic. They really give you chance to be in the field and have the experience with teacher other than just the student teaching. The teachers in the department are always willing to help you learn more and understand more especially when it comes to helping you to learn to teach better.
Winthrop has a marvellous campus. The scenery is always in tip top shape. The people are so diverse and in both culture and education that you cannot help but to get into conversations with random people when waiting for your next class to start. Teachers are fantastic and always willing to make sure that students are learning. The school is not centered around sports which means that academics come first. Class sizes for the most part are small and gives a better opportunity for the students to learn better and have one on one time with the teachers.
For the education department you cannot get any better than Winthrop for money. Winthrop is rated as one of the leading South Eastern Teaching colleges and we can back it up. We get experience from day one in the classrooms of local schools with real teachers and students. As you become more established in the field and understanding of the education program you truly understand why Winthrop is rated so highly.
Always do your reading assignments. Even if you do not talk about it in class does not mean you won't be tested on it. I had a proffessor that did lecture and never refered to anything in the book. I failed the first test because half the test came from the book. Also, learn how to bargain hunt for books. Either have a friend you has already had the class leaned you their book, become buddies with someone in the class, or do like I do and buy the edition before the one the teacher wants (unless it is a math class). Books relatively stay the same from edition to edition with statistics changing. If you have a previous edition you will be okay on the readings just get with a classmate to make sure all the statistics and terms are correct or have not been added too. Learn where quick spots to grab food are on campus between classes or carry lots of snacks to get you through until you can get a meal. You don't always have time to stop at the cafeteria for lunch before your next class. Don't waste your money at the vending machines either. Walgreen's is in walking distance (everyday I did this), go grab snacks and drinks there weekly or daily to carry with you during the day so your not wasting those much needed quarters at the ball game later that day.
Great for all students. We are a student body of almost all cultures and backgrounds. From the students alone, I have talked to me Arabic, Afghan, Asian, and many more (even someone from Egypt). We have so much fun debating topics from religion to what is on TV for children between classes you won't see each other for weeks but the next time you do you pick up right where you left off. ( I have been late to class because of these discussions).