Hofstra University Top Questions

Yes, the small class sizes allow the professors to know every student. My favorite class so far is an extremely small advanced writing class because myself and the other students get to pretty much gear the class discussions and assigments in any direction due to the creative nature of the course and the small size. I had an English class I really was bored with because it was mixed with many non-English majors that took it to fill a requirement and had no real interest in the subject matter. It was a shame. I am a horrible studier, I try to be good, but have not mastered that, but it seems that students probably do moderate to higher levels of studying--at least what I've observed during finals. Class participation is usually pretty common, but I think it depends on the course and teachers usually require it as part of the final grade. Personally I have had intellectual conversations, but I can't speak for everyone. Not so much competitiveness at Hofstra yet. The most unique class I've taken is the aforementioned writing class. I personally enjoy the English department, I feel they offer a decent variety of different English courses to fufill the courses, but the advisement I've personally come across has been less than helpful. So far I have not spent time with professors outside the appointed class time, except for nighttime observations I had to attend for an astronomy class, so maybe I did? Their academic requirements are very similar to those in other colleges, I don't think anything outside the normal. In my major, definitely learning for learnins sake, but I don't know about other majors.

Professors DEFINITELY know your name on this campus. The average class size is 23, it is very easy for you to get to know your professor. I am so close to my professors that I babysit their children. They are not only my teachers, but my confidents, mentors, and friends. My favorite class was my Philosophy of Education class. The class extremely student centered. Every class meeting we would have a new and exciting class discussion. The professor was young and excited. Classes are always great when the professors LOVE the subject matter they are teaching, which at Hofstra happens all the time!