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Emily from Boiling Springs, SC
12/01/2015Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Some of you reading this may have heard about the so-called shooting on campus a few weeks back. Granted, yes, it WAS a shooting, but not by or towards any SMC students. Some young guy (NOT an SMC student) went and tried to steal a car, and then tried to run over the police officer who was trying to stop him; the police officer rightfully shot at the car and accidentally hit the thief. The officer was Campus Safety (the night watch), and so this raises rather than lowers Campus Safety in my regard. I know that the officers on duty are able and willing to shoot in defense of themselves and anyone in the school. This makes me feel very safe even though the school is situated in the middle of...well, to be honest, the ghetto. I often see Campus Safety officers around campus and know that we are well-protected.
Greek Life There are no actual fraternities/sororities that I know of at SMC.
Clubs and Activities I'm not qualified to comment on this either since I am not part of any club, nor have I done any activities with/provided by SMC. However, I do know that Kappa Sigma Alpha (KSA), a community service club, is very strong there and is an excellent way to give back to the community.
Great for these types of students I think almost any kind of student will thrive at SMC. Granted, those of high intelligence and academic achievement might feel a bit out of place, but any of you other geeks are welcome to join me! (Haha!) Really, though, SMC seems to be easy enough for those who struggle somewhat with school and still advanced enough to keep the smart ones' attention and interest. The students seem friendly and, for those of you who have actual social skills (unlike myself), you shouldn't have any problem making lots of friends and fitting in.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus November 30 was the Hanging of the Greens ceremony in the chapel, and afterward the large Christmas tree in the student plaza was lit. I wasn't able to go, but it sounds like it was a very festive and enjoyable tradition! The student plaza is notable as well, in my opinion. It's just a smallish brick circle in the middle of the upper part of the campus, but it looks nice, and there are two porch swings on either side. Sitting there in the fall, with the leaves swirling down and the breeze blowing and the sun shining, was absolutely splendid.
Bang for the buck Seeing as you'll be going more or less for free if your GPA is 3.0 or higher, only having to pay fees and books (and housing, I think, to live on campus), SMC is excellent value. It's a great way to start out your higher education, maybe even discover that college might not be for you even though you thought it was--or vice versa! The courses are rather easy, I'm sure much easier than a four-year institution, and when you graduate and get ready to transfer to a four-year, you'll have all your General Education requirements out of the way so you can fully focus on the REAL stuff--whatever your major is. Also, optional chapel services on Wednesdays and Sundays provide a church home, whether you live on campus or not.
What to do for fun Go to the library and browse their large and wonderful array of antique books! Being a Methodist-affiliated college, their selections on theology, sermons, and other Biblical studies are particularly extensive. Happily, their offerings on history and mythology are not too shabby, either! However, if you're one of those mad social butterflies, the West Side of Spartanburg and Westgate Mall are 5 minutes away (10 if traffic is bad). Otherwise, you can stay in your dorm and play video games, or just sit outside on campus if it's nice weather and enjoy the pretty landscaping.
Food and Dining If you're looking for a variety of different places on campus, maybe expecting a little branch of a fast-food chain, look elsewhere. As far as I can gather, all dining services on campus are provided through a company called Sodexo, and there are only three places: the dining hall (cafe), a sub/pizza place, and I'm not even quite sure what the third place serves. However, in my opinion, the cafe is quite good: you have to pay each time you enter (so no leaving and coming back for a bite), but once you're in it's all-you-can-eat. Main meals vary by the day and there is always a salad bar and classics like burgers, chicken sandwiches and fries. Dessert also varies but there are always cookies and an ice cream dispenser. Breakfasts are generally good--I recommend the pancakes and sliced lyonnaise potatoes--and they have French Vanilla cappuccino as well as regular coffee. Lots of fast-food restaurants are within 5-10 minutes' drive of campus, as well.
Dorm Life I am not qualified to comment on this, as I am a commuter student. However, resident acquaintances seem satisfied with their housing accommodations. My star rating is arbitrary; I was going to leave it blank but the site would not let me. (Which, honestly, is kind of unfair because they're not taking commuters into account.)
Academic Rigor I rather regret to say that the academics at SMC are not rigorous at all for someone of my level--at least, not this semester (my first). It is a junior college, though, and apparently very easy to get into, so your expectations on this point should not be very high anyway. I have no doubt, however, that I will find those subjects at which I am worst challenging enough. Tests in the classes I have taken so far have been quite short, simple, and generally worded almost exactly the way the professor put it in class. Professors are generally excellent and get along well with most students.
Tips for prospective students If you are planning to be a commuter (which you can only do if you live in Spartanburg County, barring special circumstances), choose the Pioneer Points meal plan. It's not really a meal plan, but points that act like cash in the cafeteria and, I think, the bookstore as well. Meal prices for Pioneer Points are a bit cheaper than cash at-the-door prices, so it'll save you a bit of money; also, unused money on your account rolls over to the following semester. If you have any problems or concerns, talk to the Dean when he's out and about on campus--he's very personable and truly cares about the students!
In three sentences SMC is a very good junior college with an wide array of scholarships, including free tuition if your GPA is 3.0 or higher. The campus is small, the landscaping is very pleasant, and the library has an excellent collection of antique books available for checkout. As a commuter student, I can't speak for the housing, but the cafeteria is quite good--all-you-can-eat every meal, every day, with a wide variety of choices but always a few classics like burgers and fries.
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Daniel from Anderson, SC
12/13/2014Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.
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Categories Comments In three sentences The school rating is this way because of the incredible results of the past ratings. The main priorities of the college is the organizational hands-on experience with other people. And the reason why I chose this college is that the academic experiences with student's cellular device with processors in different classes.
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Patrice from Columbia, SC
06/18/2014Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments What to do for fun SMC has many programs and orginizations you can get involved with if you have spare time. The school also holds many events to keep the fun along. Such as movies on the lawn, a block party (with fuddruckers) and a paint party.
Food and Dining We have the cafe, which has some favorites, from cereal, to pizza and fries. We have a sub shop which is better than subway in my opinion. And if you are a late snacker (like I am) we have Judd's cellar which stays open until midnight.
Dorm Life Dorm life is fun, many dorms do activities for the residents of the building, to get you out of your room (and these activities always have food!).
Academic Rigor Classes push you, they make sure you are getting the most out of the education, if it is too much, the teachers and the tutoring center are very helpful.
Tips for prospective students Sign up for classes quickly, the best ones get filled up quickly. Make sure to know where the tutoring center is, it is very helpful. Time management, stay on deadlines!
In three sentences Spartanburg Methodist offers many majors. SMC classes are very small so you can have that interaction with your teacher. Spartanburg Methodist has many clubs and organizations that you can get involved in if you have some free time.
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Zackary from Rock Hill, SC
09/30/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 4 of 17
Categories Comments What to do for fun For me i like to visit all of the activities we have on campus like every night. there is always something going on, like the naked truth were the students tell you whats really going on in college.
Food and Dining The food is amaazing if you live on campus you will have 19 meals a week where you can ether eat at the cafe, sub shop, or judd celler. the cafe is like any caffiteria but with fresh cooked sothern style cooking. The sub shop is kinda like a subway but with better ingredients. And judd celler is a snack shop that is open when the cafe and sub shop are closed and stays open fron 9pm to 12am every night mon-thurs.
Dorm Life The rooms are really nice and are safe, there are card key locks on the outside doors to get into the building and your own keys to get into your room. some dorms are suite style while others are roommate style both are very nice.
Academic Rigor The classes are what you make them if you party all the time then yhea they will be hard but overall the classes seem to be standard college level classes. All the teachers are there to help you succed so if your having trouble talk to them and find a tutor they are all student who have had that class before you.
Tips for prospective students Make lots of friends expecialy thouse who were here last year and thouse that are interested in the same feild of study as you. If you can find a way to share a book with a friend for the same class on diffrent days do it because it will save you money.
In three sentences The student are really nice and very helpfull. The college is set up so that you really can't get lost and there is always someone around to help you find your way. the campus is beautiful but expect to walk around alot.
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Arther from Columbia, SC
08/09/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Securities on campus has the most protection in any colleges in South Carolina. They take the most care and has camera everywhere to see what is going on.
Greek Life There are no greek life instead this organization called Kappa Sigma Alpha.
Clubs and Activities There are plenty to join at Spartanburg Methodist College. The activities I join is Student Support Services, POPS, Gospel Choir, Drama and Yearbook.
Great for these types of students Sports Clubs and organizations other
What to do for fun Socialize Go off campus to do something Workout/exercise Hang out
Food and Dining Certain types of food in the cafeteria is okay and some foods are pretty good. They have other locations on campus that opens during the day if not going to the cafeteria.
Dorm Life Residence life is fun but has lots of rules to make everyone comfortable. You can meet more people and socialize more.
Academic Rigor Academically it is challenged by different professors. It is a lot of notes taken in class and it is a lot of reading.
Tips for prospective students Make sure you get to class on time Make sure you take good notes and study after class Ask for help and use all the resources as you can Make sure you do not miss any days in your classes Get involved in activities
In three sentences Spartanburg Methodist College is the only private two-year residential college in South Carolina. It also has one on one help with the student and the professors. Residential life is also one of the best by meeting new people and making new friends.
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Chase from Greer, SC
04/19/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety The campus itself is in a bad neighborhood but campus safety takes care of all of your needs so the campus is safe and secure at all times
Greek Life Im not sure of the fraternities or sororities
Clubs and Activities Intramural Sports, SMCPLC,
Great for these types of students Students who like smaller classes
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Signing of the Honor Code saying you will not cheat once you enter the college
Bang for the buck Its a private school, so it is more expensive but many scholarships are available
What to do for fun Intramural sports, go downtown and hangout, mall, chill with friends
Food and Dining Food and dining could be a lot healthier with more food choices to choose from
Dorm Life The dorms are very small with some strict rules but overall a fun place to stay
Academic Rigor I really like my classes academically. The professors are great
Tips for prospective students Study. Study. Study. College is a lot harder than high school but if you study you will do great.
In three sentences Spartanburg Methodist College is a great start for students coming out of high school. I have received much attention from my professors. I have also gained much knowledge from attending SMC.
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Arther from Columbia, SC
12/27/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 7 of 17
Categories Comments Campus Safety 100% protective. They make sure things will go as smoothly as they are.
Greek Life None
Clubs and Activities P.O.P.S. Yearbook Club Gospel Choir
Great for these types of students Some are the students have their own personality.
What to do for fun Go outside and socialize and get on the computer.
Food and Dining It is almost like a buffet. They have anything you can have.
Dorm Life The residence halls are a living environment where you meet everyone.
Academic Rigor One-on-one with professors as needed Tutoring Student Support Services
Tips for prospective students Academically it is very different transition from high school. Make sure you are getting as much help as needed.
In three sentences Spartanburg Methodist College is a private two-year college. It has a variety of getting to know everything about the campus. Also it has a great campus living environment.
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Brandon from MAULDIN, SC
12/21/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety OK, BUT THE SCHOOL IS LOCATED NEAR A ROUGH AREA.
Greek Life NONE WHAT SO EVER.
Great for these types of students ATHLETES AND SMART KIDS.
What to do for fun STUDY.
Food and Dining THE FOOD IS OK SOME DAYS, DINNER IS NEVER THAT GOOD.
Dorm Life DORM LIFE IS NOT THE BEST.
Academic Rigor THE CURRICULUM IS NEVER EASY.
Tips for prospective students DO NOT SLACK OFF YOUR FIRST TWO SEMESTERS!
In three sentences IT IS A VERY SMALL SCHOOL. THE CURRICULUM IS FAIRLY CHALLENGING. THEY HAVE A GREAT DRAMA AND MUSIC DEPARTMENT.
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William from Sumter, SC
12/13/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Security is very important and SMC takes pride in making sure that students are safe. The security staff is very helpful and always available to assist. There is even an alert system to ensure that students are aware of what is happening and what to do if there is an emergency.
Clubs and Activities If you are a musician, there is a guitar club that teaches you how to play and for free!!!!!!!!! There are also other clubs and activities that you can join or start your own club. One activity, in particular, is the Freshman Day of Service, where the students provide community service to others in need or just needing a helping hand!
Great for these types of students SMC is great for students who just want a small college environment that has a lot to offer.
Bang for the buck Money well spent by my parents!
What to do for fun SMC has so much to offer for fun. There is always something to do like go bowling, go to a play, attend a concert, and so much more!
Food and Dining The food is pretty good and offers a variety.
Dorm Life This is my first experience of staying away from home. I enjoy the privacy and a place to fellowship with friends.
Tips for prospective students If you are looking for a college to experience a sense of belonging and that has a lot to offer academically, SMC is the place to be.
In three sentences SMC is a just-right fit for students looking for a small school with a lot to offer. This college offers many opportunities for students to experience success. It also offers extra-curricular activities that assist with social skills.
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Jammy from Donalds, SC
10/16/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Greek Life There is none
What to do for fun Not alot to do outside of clubs and organizations
Food and Dining the cafe can do better with the food choices
Dorm Life Dorm life here is ok but around 30-40% of the students here are communters and 70% of thethe students stay within an hour of the school so alot of people go home for the weekend and it makes living there sort of boring
Academic Rigor Its challenging but for the most part pretty decent
Tips for prospective students Only go here if your sure your ok with the smallness of the school.
In three sentences It is small school that tries to offer you alot in the two year your there. I personally like it due to all the faculty and staff know your name and likes to get to know you.
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Destiny from Spartenburg, SC
08/29/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 11 of 17
Categories Comments Campus Safety I feel very safe at this campus and I am very cautious as well. 4 stars
Clubs and Activities Clubs and activities all the time. Sororities are big here as well. 3 stars
Great for these types of students Lots of volunteer activities and social events, so you get to met alot of students and interact with them.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus The traditional trees on the lawn where the main office building is. Hang out for students.
Bang for the buck Vending machines are reasonable. 3 stars
What to do for fun Read and draw.
Food and Dining Food is very good. Has a good selection. 4 stars
Dorm Life Good so far, spacious rooms and only two people to a room. 4 stars
Academic Rigor Rating of good so far. Helpful instructors and friendly students.
Tips for prospective students Very good college to start with and get the basic classes.
In three sentences Excellent facilities. Staff is very helpful. Classes are very organized and efficient.
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Mariah from Columbia, SC
07/14/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 12 of 17
Categories Comments Campus Safety Because the campus is so small, the campus safety is never too far to be called on. As well as the campus is equipped with security cameras.
Greek Life Mainly academic greek life.
Clubs and Activities All Types of Clubs and Activities for whatever you are interested in. !
What to do for fun SMC is not far from all types of entertainment. Literally, like two minutes down the road is all restaurants, a mall, and downtown Spartanburg.
Food and Dining With campus Food, Other outlets for food, and a plethora of restaurants, food and dining will never be a bore.
Dorm Life Our Residence Halls are created and geared towards building a friendly and almost family like environment. They make sure the students are comfortable while feeling like they create a second home for themselves.
Academic Rigor Even though this is a two year college, the courses challenge you such as a four year school would. This prepares you for the rigor of a four year school. Thereby setting you up for success.
In three sentences SMC is a school with a student/teacher friendly environment. This school makes it easy for students to succeed in any and every area of study, and also makes the transfer process easy. With all the tools given to students, its easy to adjust, make friends, and be successful all while having fun!
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Janell from Charleston, SC
07/12/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
4 out of 4 people found this review useful. 13 of 17
Categories Comments Campus Safety wonderful!
Greek Life none
Clubs and Activities yearbook deca drama others
Great for these types of students who dont do well in large schools and want more one on one attentions from professors
Bang for the buck i enjoy going to a smaller college because i get a lot more attention and it is very easy to get along with others.
What to do for fun play soccer, join clubs, and school activities.
Food and Dining its ok.. you get use to it.
Dorm Life looooovvve it!
Academic Rigor they are very good educators. they are challenging and helpful.
Tips for prospective students be prepared.prompt. just enjoy and study study study.
In three sentences they are a well organized school. very small so there is a lot more one-on-one attention. everyone is very friendly and fun!
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Laura Morales
04/21/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Spartanburg Methodist College was rated the 4th safest Campus in the state of SC
Greek Life A couple of honor and service fraternities and societies mention in the CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES section.
Clubs and Activities Criminal Justice Club - Provides activities related to the Criminal Justice System to enhance career development for those interested in the criminal justice field. Delta Psi Omega Theatre Fraternity - The goal of this organization is to encourage and generate interest in theatre on the SMC campus. Delta Psi Omega helps to bring culture, entertainment, and dramatic social oriented venues to the SMC community. Gaming Society - The SMC Gaming Society seeks to provide students with an opportunity to gather with friends and play games of all kinds including but not limited to board games, card games, and video games. Hispanic Student Association - This organization exists to to enlighten non-hispanic students about hispanic culture and bring hispanic students together as well as promote and create activities for hispanic and non-hispanic students that exhibit spanish culture. Student Government Association - Represents the student's point of view in matters effecting SMC Community. And assists in planning social/recreational activities for the student body. Weekly Board Meetings every other Monday @ 11 am in the Gosa Room of the Student Center. All SMC students are invited to attend. P.O.P.S. - People Organizing Programs Successfully - Weekly meetings each Monday @ 4:00 pm in the Fireplace Room of the Student Center. All SMC students are invited to attend. Theta Lambda Nu - An online philosophy and religion society designed to open the lines the of communication between students, faculty, and staff of all religious backgrounds, regardless of belief. Contact Dr. Mark Gibbs to be added to the online facebook group. Campus Ministry Baptist Collegiate Ministry - Supports the student-led worship service, Overflow, on Thursdays at 9 pm in the Chapel; Also hosts several small groups throughout the week and Basketball and Bible Study on Sundays at 11:30 am in the Old Gym. Presbyterian Student Association Wesley Fellowship - Meets on Monday nights @ 5:30 in the SMC Chapel National Honor Societies Sigma Kappa Delta - National Honor Society for English students meeting specified academic requirements. Phi Theta Kappa - National Honor Society for Junior colleges. Membership is open to students with a 3.5 cumulative GPA and a minimum of 16 credit hours earned. Psi Beta - The National Honor Society for students in the field of Psychology in the two year college. They must have completed a B or higher in all Psychology Classes and have maintained a 3.0 GPA overall. Service Fraternity Kappa Sigma Alpha - Co-ed service fraternity serving the campus and local community through various projects throughout the year. Publications Trailblazer - Campus Newspaper published several times each semester. Offers opportunity to develop research, interviewing, writing, and editing skills. All students welcome. Illusions - College literary magazine produced each spring; open to all students interested in creative writing and visual arts. Olympian - Yearbook staff, open to all students, which presents the SMC annual each spring. Musical/Theatre Gospel Choir - Open to all students who enjoy singing and fellowship. Performs at chapel services and various on and off campus events. Practice on Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 pm in the Chapel SMC Glee - An auditioned singing and dancing group that performs at basketball games, campus events, and throughout the community. SMC Singers - Open to all students, the SMC singers perform at SMC Chapel Services and Fine Arts Recitals. SMC Troubadours - Students selected by audition, this choral ensemble performs at special functions, including the Fall and Spring SMC Concerts. The group also performs on a touring series each year primarily at local churches and schools SMC Players - A Student Drama organization presenting two productions each year.
Great for these types of students -Full tuition scholarships -Likes small environment -Christian environment, but also very tolerant of other religious beliefs -Needs to focusing and extra help with transition to college -Close knit community -Freshman opportunities of leadership and service
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus -2 year private college affiliated with the Methodist church. - Full tuition scholarships Spartanburg Methodist College is a service school, most people that attend here do some type of community service projects. SMC holds alternative Spring and Fall breaks, going all over the state and country. Most resent Fall break students went to Washington D.C. in order to talk to their House Representative and learn about homelessness and poverty through seminars held at the Methodist Building. There is big green trees and fields to enjoy nature.
Bang for the buck 3.0 GPA, graduating from a SC high school, SC resident, gets you a FULL TUITION SCHOLARSHIP. -Scholarships for 14 Intercollegiate sports :Tennis for men and women, Cross country, track, Soccer for men and women, Golf for men and women,Wrestling for men, Softball, Baseball, Basketball for men and women, and volleyball Scholarships as sophomores for leadership positions- Pioneer Peers, Presidential Ambassadors, Resident Assistants
What to do for fun JOIN A CLUB Criminal Justice Club - Provides activities related to the Criminal Justice System to enhance career development for those interested in the criminal justice field. Delta Psi Omega Theatre Fraternity - The goal of this organization is to encourage and generate interest in theatre on the SMC campus. Delta Psi Omega helps to bring culture, entertainment, and dramatic social oriented venues to the SMC community. Gaming Society - The SMC Gaming Society seeks to provide students with an opportunity to gather with friends and play games of all kinds including but not limited to board games, card games, and video games. Hispanic Student Association - This organization exists to to enlighten non-hispanic students about hispanic culture and bring hispanic students together as well as promote and create activities for hispanic and non-hispanic students that exhibit spanish culture. Student Government Association - Represents the student's point of view in matters effecting SMC Community. And assists in planning social/recreational activities for the student body. Weekly Board Meetings every other Monday @ 11 am in the Gosa Room of the Student Center. All SMC students are invited to attend. P.O.P.S. - People Organizing Programs Successfully - Weekly meetings each Monday @ 4:00 pm in the Fireplace Room of the Student Center. All SMC students are invited to attend. Theta Lambda Nu - An online philosophy and religion society designed to open the lines the of communication between students, faculty, and staff of all religious backgrounds, regardless of belief. Contact Dr. Mark Gibbs to be added to the online facebook group. Campus Ministry Baptist Collegiate Ministry - Supports the student-led worship service, Overflow, on Thursdays at 9 pm in the Chapel; Also hosts several small groups throughout the week and Basketball and Bible Study on Sundays at 11:30 am in the Old Gym. Presbyterian Student Association Wesley Fellowship - Meets on Monday nights @ 5:30 in the SMC Chapel National Honor Societies Sigma Kappa Delta - National Honor Society for English students meeting specified academic requirements. Phi Theta Kappa - National Honor Society for Junior colleges. Membership is open to students with a 3.5 cumulative GPA and a minimum of 16 credit hours earned. Psi Beta - The National Honor Society for students in the field of Psychology in the two year college. They must have completed a B or higher in all Psychology Classes and have maintained a 3.0 GPA overall. Service Fraternity Kappa Sigma Alpha - Co-ed service fraternity serving the campus and local community through various projects throughout the year. Publications Trailblazer - Campus Newspaper published several times each semester. Offers opportunity to develop research, interviewing, writing, and editing skills. All students welcome. Illusions - College literary magazine produced each spring; open to all students interested in creative writing and visual arts. Olympian - Yearbook staff, open to all students, which presents the SMC annual each spring. Musical/Theatre Gospel Choir - Open to all students who enjoy singing and fellowship. Performs at chapel services and various on and off campus events. Practice on Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 pm in the Chapel SMC Glee - An auditioned singing and dancing group that performs at basketball games, campus events, and throughout the community. SMC Singers - Open to all students, the SMC singers perform at SMC Chapel Services and Fine Arts Recitals. SMC Troubadours - Students selected by audition, this choral ensemble performs at special functions, including the Fall and Spring SMC Concerts. The group also performs on a touring series each year primarily at local churches and schools SMC Players - A Student Drama organization presenting two productions each year.
Food and Dining The cafeteria is located in the downstairs of the Student Center. The cafeteria offers unlimited food for resident students. -Soup bar -Full salad bar -Sandwich line -Fresh fruit stand -Fresh bread made daily -Grill line -Classic dinner line -Variety of soft drinks and juices -Ice cream machine -Dessert table The cafeteria is all you can eat. -Commuter students are able to sing for meal plans as well
Dorm Life If you live in an Honors Residence Hall (Sparrow for men and Bridges for Woman), you will find that you have a lot of privacy because you are sharing a suit style single bedroom suit with four others. LAUNDRY FACILITIES IN EVERY FLOOR OR BUILDING OF EVER RESIDENCE HALL.....LAUNDRY IS FREE! 3 Women Residence Halls: Judd, Kingman, and Bridges 4 Men Residence Halls: Hammond, Willard, Sparrow, and Parsons -Judd and Hammond have community bathrooms, that are cleaned by the maintenance staff. -Willard has quad style suite, two people to a room, that share a bathroom, two sinks, and a shower -Parsons and Kingman have suite style rooms that share one bathroom per two rooms. All resident students have an ID card with a personal password in order to enter their residence hall. It is very safe to live on campus. Visitation hours for the opposite sex start at 12pm but when 7pm rolls around you must go to the lobby of each dormitory to sign a member of opposite sex. Visitation hours end at 12am every night. There are RAs (Resident Assistants) living in every floor of every residence hall. Also RHDs (Resident Hall Directors) living in each Residence hall. Dorm life is what you make it. DRY CAMPUS TABACO FREE CAMPUS
Academic Rigor There are 6 associate degrees offered. -Business -Art (English, Humanities, Social Sciences) -Fine Arts (Music, Theater, Art) -Religious -Criminal Justice -Science Most students that attend Spartanburg Methodist College are on full academic scholarship. about 63% of the student body has a 3.0 or higher, in order to maintain scholarships Spartanburg Methodist College offers a wide range of classes that challenge the individuals thinking.
Tips for prospective students -Sit in front of your classes -Make friends with the staff -Make sure to take advantage of all the events held on campus -Join a club and keep yourself busy -For Freshman I recommend living in an honor dorm, you will have a room all to yourself, and share a bathroom suit with three others -Use the tutor lab, get a tutor for ANY SUBJECT, IT IS FREE -Use the library to study -Learn the campus building names -IF YOU DO NOT KNOW SOMETHING ASK SOMEONE!
In three sentences The Faculty and Staff are friendly and very knowledgeable of their fields. I have had an amazing experience so far as a freshman because my professors hold open office hours and are willing to help me outside of the classroom. I love the small college atmosphere here at Spartanburg Methodist College.
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Breana from Taylors, SC
03/29/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Campus Safety is great here. They are always on call and will come where ever you need them. They will unlock your door if you are locked out and are very nice and caring.
Clubs and Activities Pops is a wonderful Club here on campus that tries to get student involved and throws together parties and movies nights.
Great for these types of students Smc is a great place for athletes. Everyone comes out to games and supports other teams.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus They just built this new Cafe under Judd residence hall where there are, on some nights, karaoke contests and such.
What to do for fun Well Spartanburg is a very populated city so there are plenty of things to do. Also, the school is only five minutes from downtown so your never too far from a good time. There are normally baseball and softball games going on on the weekends and occasionally a little game of pick football on the campus lawn.
Food and Dining I never thought I would say this but the food is amazing. College cafeterias are normally gross but SMC really does a good job with variety and quality of the food.
Dorm Life Dorm Life is great. You meet so many people and become close friends with all or your roommates and suite mates. Laundry is free and everyone is real respectful with you clothes and belongings.
Academic Rigor SMC is mediocre in class difficulty. I guess it just depends on the courses you are taking and the load of credit hours you have per semester.
Tips for prospective students Taking and tour is key. The campus is very small but it can be kind of intimidating coming in for your first year in college. So take a tour and get to know the campus really well. Also, if you play a sport talk with the coaches here on campus they will be more than happy to talk to you and help you out with anything you need.
In three sentences Spartanburg Methodist College is small, two year college which is a great transition college for the high school student. The students and faculty are very helpful and are willing to go above and beyond for you. SMC is a great choice for graduating seniors.
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Sylvia from Tamassee, SC
01/11/2010Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.
16 of 17
Categories Comments Bang for the buck To me it's not all about money or how much it really cost, but only if I'm in real need.
Will enjoy being here I believe i will enjoy being here, due to the fact that it is a small but good school.
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Jessica from Inman, SC
07/20/2009Reviewer is A current student here.
7 out of 7 people found this review useful. 17 of 17
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Hard working and dedicated. Even if your not the best student, SMC will work with you to help you achieve your goals.
Tips for prospective students Study hard and have a good relationship with your professors. The professors at SMC want to give you the tools so that when you transfer to a four year college you will do well.
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