Articles tagged withCollege Life

Stanford University: A Student Interview

Stanford University: A Student Interview

Isabelle is a current senior at Stanford University. She is majoring in psychology and specializes in Spanish tutoring, elementary math tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, she shares her experience at Stanford University: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Isabelle: The campus feels very safe. It’s a nice balance between a self-contained campus and accessibility to the surrounding town. We often refer to it as the “Stanford Bubble,” meaning that we hardly ever leave campus. On the bright side, there’s a lot of transportation available if you do decide to venture off campus. For ...Read More About Stanford University: A Student Interview

What is it Like to Attend West Chester University?

What is it Like to Attend West Chester University?

Brenda earned her bachelor's degree in English from West Chester University. She specializes in public speaking tutoring, computer science tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, she shares her experience at West Chester University: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Brenda: West Chester University is situated in a suburban area, surrounded by neighborhoods where students can find off-campus housing within walking and biking distance. There’s also housing offered on campus. There are buses that provide transportation between the main campus and the south campus, which is about a mile away. I have nev ...Read More About What is it Like to Attend West Chester University?

A Student Review of the University of Pennsylvania

A Student Review of the University of Pennsylvania

Sean earned his bachelor’s degree in economics and psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. He specializes in GMAT tutoring, algebra tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, he shares his experience at the University of Pennsylvania: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Sean: The University of Pennsylvania is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, a vibrant part of downtown Philly also home to Drexel University and the University of the Sciences. While the area surrounding campus is urban, the campus itself is beautiful, safe, and quiet and offers a respite from city life. T ...Read More About A Student Review of the University of Pennsylvania

What is a Recitation Class?

What is a Recitation Class?

在大学里,你会遇到几种类型的场地ses—lectures, seminars, labs, and recitations, to name just a few. A recitation class is often a subset of a lecture-style course, and you’ll take it in conjunction with the larger class. When understanding this type of course, it’s important to note that a recitation class involves a small class size, promotes interactive learning opportunities, and allows for personalized interactions with the professor or teaching assistant. Looking to gain a better understanding of the styles of courses you’ll face in college? Keep reading to learn more about recitation classe ...Read More About What is a Recitation Class?

杨百翰大学的一个学生的观点

杨百翰大学的一个学生的观点

Joseph is a current senior at Brigham Young University. He is majoring in psychology, and specializes in Algebra 2 tutoring, ACT English tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, he shares his experience at Brigham Young University: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Joseph: The campus is located in a valley at the base of a portion of the Wasatch Mountains. Most students live in off-campus housing that’s within a 20-minute walk from campus. It’s very easy to do without a car and still maintain a good social life. You can walk to the campus, a good portion of the other apartment complexes, grocer ...Read More About A Student Perspective on Brigham Young University