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I have had some awesome professors, of course. And yes, they know my name. Before graduation, several professors offered to write me any recommendation I might need and mentioned that I need not preface my email with, "you may not remember me, but..." If you don't come to class prepared, you will not only disadvantage the class, but yourself. CC thrives on good discussion and classes are set up and structured on the assumption of good, fruitful discussion. You need to go to class every day and participate. Missing a day is not fatal, but can sometimes hurt you academically for the information you miss. Academics are overall rigorous, but not ridiculous. A sister at a well-known "demanding" school complains all the time about how much she has to study. Yes, we study a lot at CC, but we have a good time and learn a lot without being a school pegged as one where "students never stop studying." In the end, my sister and I will both have the same degree and will have learned similar things. She just may have worked harder to get an A. So what? I had more fun.

Not all classes are highly challenging and for most, you can skate by if you do choose an easy major. Some classes will blow your mind with difficulty. The block system definately presents a unique learning experience. I went across the country in one class to see paintings in a museum. My friends have been to Italy, the Mediterranean, Chicago, and China to name a few in various classes. Even on campus, there is never a dull moment when it comes to class. Classes are small. My boyfriend Sophomore year fell asleep in class one day. His professor walked over to his desk, kneeled down, and started lecturing in his ear until he woke with a jump and we all laughed. Point being, you will be noticed. Texting your friend? Sleeping in class? Doodling? Daydreaming? Your professor knows. And it will affect your grade. Your professor also gives a crap 9 times out of 10. They make an effort to get to know you and your situation and truly want you to learn. I have been to three of my professors houses in my first two years at CC. I have gotten to know two of their families. I have babysat for one of them. These people will be your friends, not just authority figures. They normally like to be called by their first names. Class is informal and intellectually stimulating, assuming you are in the right class of course. Take a political science class and you can't skate past the lectures. Kids at CC care about politics and they make their opinions heard. CC is difficult to get into. Most of the student body is really intelligent. Don't be afraid of getting into a heated political debate outside of a party. Don't be surprised if you find out exactly how your body deals with alcohol next time you have a hangover. We party hard and study even harder. When you're in only one class at a time, it becomes your life. You will discuss the psychology of every decision you make even when you're out of the class for the day. You will think about chemical reactions when you're in chemistry even when you are falling asleep at night. Shakespeare's reflections on love will suddenly be reflected in your own love life. Knowledge grows when you're on campus and it's awesome to witness.

Do professors know my name: - I am often confused for a girl named Wendy Favorite Class - Biomechanics Least Favorite - Race, class, and gender Study Habits - Depends on major Participation - Too common Conversations outside of class? - Yes Competitive - Depends on major Most unique class - Music and dance Major - Biology Time spent with professors outside class - Only if they're sports fans Requirements - As a transfer student I'd like to formally request that the proverbial stick be removed from the ass of this institution. I worked pretty damn hard for credits that will never be recognized by anyone ever. Thanks CC, way to enrich my college experience by forcing me to pay you more money and spend more time and effort on classes I already took. CC education - I'm not sure what to do with it. I'd planned on being a doctor...I don't know if coming here was the most efficient way to make that happen

Oh the block plan...the block plan can be really intense. Students can either hack it or they can't, there generally is no in between. I personally think it's wonderful because it allows you to intensely focus on a class you really enjoy. However, on the flip side if you hate a class it's over in 3 weeks. If you're not in a really intense class (which most people are in really easy classes 8th block) you have the ability to get all of your stuff done and then you can go out. There usually is the opportunity to go out every night.

Academics are excelent at CC. There are some exceptions (Drama and Feminist and Gender Studies) but overall they are excelent. You are on a first name basis with your professors, you will never be in a class larger than 25, and studying is an acceptable activity. Many classes take day to week long field trips and some blocks are taught in othe cities or countries. Some majors are more condusive to post graduate jobs than others. Generally, the humanities have a harder time than social and natural scientists.

The professors are mostly fantastic and a lot of fun. The visiting professors are absolutely useless...avoid at all cost. I'm from the east coast so being in a less competitive atmosphere is really nice. The environmental science department is really limited in class options, so for that matter, is the entire school. The education is mostly geared towards learning for its own sake, which is nice, but a bit more organization towards getting a job would be nice.

The professors are usually pretty awesome (they know your name, and you call them all by their first names!) and the classes are small enough to facilitate discussion. The most unique thing about the college is, of course, the block plan. This means that you spend 2-5 hours in class every weekday (depending on the class) and 3-8 hours on homework. You complete a class in 3.5 weeks and only take one class at a time. Things move fast, but you learn how to be efficient, decrease procrastination time, and get things done (something employers LOVE.) Departments are usually pretty small (depending on the department), so you always feel as though you hold a distinct place in whichever one you choose to be a part of.

Every professor knows your name even if they don't always show it. They're there to help you learn how to learn on your own, not do all the work. Office hours vary, and I much prefer teachers who draw smaller crowds, meaning I like unpopular professors.

The small classes make the academics completely different. Professors know your name, your classmates are engaged, and the department is well-connected. I am an Economics and Business student and our department has grown to the largest on campus, as of this year. The department works very hard to engage the students through countless avenues. They spend a lot of money on food! We have hosted some incredible guest speakers and interacting with them in small groups have been a stellar opportunity for me. The student body is competitive in intramurals, but there is a general sense of cooperation in the classroom.

Professors know your name, and I've had amazing professors so far. They are usually very knowledgeable about their topics (especially in the Psychology and Philosophy departments)