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My professor knows my name, where I live and many of my hobbies. My favorite class was academic persuasions because I got to know my professor really well. My least favorite so far is Core China because it is a lot of reading. The women's studies department is so active and has brown bags( free food and lecture) every Tuesday and Thursday. They're riveting.

My professors go out of their way to know my name. My favorite class is Creative Non-fiction, which was my Freshmen seminar. I really got to learn interesting things about the art of writing and the leading professor was is passionate about what she teaches. My least favorite is Economics. many of the intro professors make the topic seem dull but it isn't at all. Students study hard and party hard. We learn to have a good balance. Studying is usually done Monday-Friday at night in my group. People study all over campus. There are so many good spots for different types. Most times class participation is required and encouraged. Most people don't mind because they like having their voice heard and contribute. Student's definitely have intellectual conversation outside class coupled with lots of humor. The most unique class I have ever taken is Creative non-fiction because people never expect non-fiction to be creative, but you would be amazed see how much art goes into a memoir. Most advising professors will invite advisees over for dinner with no reluctance. The academic requirements may seem restricting but most kids come in thinking they know what they want until Colgate pushes them outside their comfort zone. At Colgate, you find your calling not just a job. The education is definitely diverse enough to ay that it is geared to learning for the sake of learning. It is up to the individual to decide what path to choose.

The academics are definitely difficult, but the material is really interesting. I have learned so much at Colgate. Likewise, there are a plethora of different classes offered to the students. Any given student could take a wide assortment of classes ranging from a class in neuroscience to one in performance arts . Similarly, students are granted access to a number of resources provided by the campus. Aside from the conventional resources like the library and food services, a student can also experience resources such as the various technology labs, the museum in the Ho Science Center, and so much more. The academic and research opportunities are endless. I realize what academic major I want to pursue, I know the true definitions of conservatism and liberalism, vastly improved upon my Spanish, and most importantly I have really learned how to write. You are offered so many academic opportunities . You really are able to experience any concentration and learn what you really desire to pursue.

Colgate students are smart, but I wouldn't say they are intellectual. Class sizes are small, and professors know you by name relatively soon into the semester. I think Colgate's CORE requirements can be a waste of time, although you do read some of the 'classics.' The school lately has been playing up its arts and sciences, but both of these are really weak. If your going to study these you would be better served going to a school with a better established reputation in said departments.

The professors at Colgate are very accessible and the opportunity is there to form lasting, mentoring bonds with professors. I have never had a Colgate professor who did not intimately know their subject, however, I have had two or three who really did not belong teaching a class. But, they are the exception. Colgate students are most certainly smart- the requirements to get in make sure of that, but Colgate students are not intellectual. School work belongs in the classroom and the library so if you are hoping to stay up all night discussing Nietzsche or have other such random intellectual conversations won't find them here.

Colgate is a challenging school, but not impossible. Most students probably spend at least 2 hours a day, given the week etc., on their work outside of the classroom. There are a lot of conversations outside of the classroom that apply to class, politics, the world today etc. Kids at colgate are really smart and really involved/passionate about what they are studying. The political science department is full of professors from all different backgrounds with a variety of political views. Its a great place to study the discipline.

Core classes are boring, but help broaden a students academic horizon. However, just as students are not excited about core classes, professors are not excited to teach them either. But easy to built relationships with some great professors once a major is declared.

I can say almost only positive things about Colgate academics. My Professors have all been extremely knowledgable and good at relating the subject matter. They have all learned my name, at least for the semester, and they have been mostly quite personable. They always know their subject. The coursework is usually fairly rigorous, though as an English major I usually enjoy the work I have to do. Many times, more times than I like to admit, I have coasted by without doing the work. Usually I manage anyway, but not in Oceanography (D+). Class size is usually very small (12-20 students) and classes are very discussion based. Students are usually pretty bright and willing to participate, but with so few students it can be hard to keep the discussion rolling. I often find myself paritcipating more than most other students. Students can get competitive, but more in areas like economics than English, perhaps because we are not vying for high paying jobs. There is certainly some plagiarism, but it isn't what I would consider a serious problem. Professors are very accessible and are passionate about what they do. In my experience, education at Colgate is aimed at education itself as an end, not as a means to a job. I think that Colgate's distribution requirements, painful as they may be at times, are testament to Colgate's interest in producing a person with a well rounded education.

See above. One of my main concerns when applying to college was that I did not want to feel lost in the classroom. I didn't want to be a number but a face with a name. Professors constantly make themselves available, offering office hours outside the classroom a minimum of 2 times a week. They really encourage you to get to know them and to seek them out for extra help. I know first hand that taking advantage of their availability can truly make a difference in your grade and your relationship with them. I have gotten to know a number of my Sociology professors and when choosing a class, Ifind myself factoring in my relationship with a specific professor.

We have a great new library with 5 floors and a starbucks cafe. Professors are always accessible at office hours and CORE professors usually take their class out to dinner once a semester. It is not uncommon for a professor to extend opportunities for extra credit. However, you will have to work to get that A or B+. Alumni connections are spectacular for finding an internship or job after graduation.