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Gail from CLAREMONT, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences The university includes social justice and transdisciplinary (interdisciplinary) studies in its curriculum. Because I have the opportunity to learn on a deeper level and how each discipline is interconnected, the awareness I gain is not just in my area of study. These things promote lifelong learning, personal growth, and an awareness of others and the world we live in.
Tips for prospective students Besides a getting a great education, you will gain context to what you can do with it. A mathematics major can add to the field of K-12 teaching through interdisciplinary studies so your discipline or area of study is not confined to only one outcome. You are free to explore areas within your discipline or to discover areas that can complement others. No matter your area of study, you will find support.
Academic Rigor The professors are professionals and scholars and the studies include a wide variety of topics to satisfy current areas of interest in business, information technology, and education as well as a solid education in theory. Rigor includes faculty expectations of student mastery and interaction. Students are encouraged to publish or deliver papers at conferences that feature their interests.
Dorm Life I know new buildings have many types of rentals available; studio apartments or apartments with one or two rooms that students can share or live with a significant other. Security and safety is also an area that student housing takes care of.
Food and Dining The local are a has a wide selection of foods (Italian, Greek, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, and more). On campus there is a cafe/ dining area with food for vegans, vegetarians, and health conscious students. There are cultural groups that plan a day of specialty foods where all students are invited to sample foods from around the world.
What to do for fun Claremont has an Alpine Village atmosphere, but many graduate students do not spend a lot of time there because they are working adults with families and do not always socialize before or after classes. There are activities on campus from guest singers, musical artists, fine arts exhibits, and guest speakers. The events are highly social in nature because refreshments or intermissions help students mingle or meet others.
Bang for the buck The school is expensive but some disciplines are highly rated; the university's reputation is highly rated but the excellence of their graduates who make their own names and reputations build the school's credibility and academic excellence too.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus I do not know about traditions or locations, but there are many areas on campus where students can meet or study.
Great for these types of students Any type of student will have a great experience. Students fresh out of undergraduate studies, older students returning to attain an advanced degree, international students, students with a limited income, or students like myself--I am 60 years old today but I am nearly done with a PhD. Support groups for students of different ethnicities or spiritualities are available for students that keep them connected with their personal side. It is a great school for students who might want to design an area of study within a discipline because they have an idea for a career that can help society. An example would be an MBA student that wants to promote social entrepreneurs (businesses that benefit society or environment first and financial gain second).
Clubs and Activities This university has activities for all students and there are activities in different departments or disciplines. The university is an independent university but is situated in a consortium atmosphere with 6 other institutions that share theaters for live performances or guest appearances, research resources, and each college within the consortium, individual schools will promote events and activities and CGU students are always invited to participate.
Greek Life I have no knowledge of any Greek activities at CGU
Campus Safety Campus safety is important to the university. Anyone can call security for an escort, especially late in the evening or for disabled students. Security can be contacted by phones located in different areas on campus or inside many of the buildings. The security office always open for students to come in and ask questions or get assistance. There are bicycle and foot patrols that offer assistance as well as keeping an eye open for the safety of everyone on campus.
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