George Mason University Top Questions

Yes, they know my name. My religion teacher makes learning fun. Im sure students study often. Yes, there is a lot of discussion and also lecture in class for participation. I don't spend time with professors. I think the requirements are fair. Whether getting a job directly or just learning i think that depends on the students intention because it may be easier in getting a job in some fields of study than others and the student must figure out how to apply their major to a job field that may not necessarily immediately resemble the major, such as an english major trying to go into science.

Do professors know your name? in the smaller classes, yes- but in larger ones, forget it if you don't talk with them often Tell us about your favorite class evolution w/ dr. lawrey, great professor, and the class was structured to put the right perspective on the subject matter Least favorite? IT 103 *_* How often do students study? anywhere from "not at all" to "has no friends" Is class participation common? depends on the teaching structure Do GMU students have intellectual conversations outside of class? yeah, a lot of ppl actually appreciate their majors or just the fact that they are going to school, makes for conversation Are students competitive? bio major here- i see a lot of ppl doing pre med and going crazy about grades and whatnot What's the most unique class you've taken? dance appreciation O_o Tell us about your major / department. biology- some of the best teachers i've had, some of the hardest classes i've taken, but the department offers every opportunity for students to make the most out of those classes and to look forward down the road career wise Do you spend time with professors outside of class? not really, not a preference of mine, in class is enough for me How do you feel about GMU 's academic requirements? not impossible Is the education at GMU geared toward getting a job, or learning for its own sake? depends on what your major is...i don't get you english or history majors...

During my senior year a few of the professors have gotten to know my name. I think my biggest problem was that hte professors mainly kept to themselves. They were always happy to chat after class for a little bit but between there and class you almost never saw or ever interacted with them. I think one of the neatest classes I've taken was an ethics course for IT. I initially disregarded the class but I quickly took a further interest in the class when the professor really challenged us to understand the course by integrating real world issues into the concepts. I really think that the IT department has a very good course that prepares students for life and work after college. All of the classes are extremely relevant and salted with information on how to apply knowledge to situations found common in the workplace.

My favorite class might have been English 334 with professor Lathbury. It was a ton of work, but I don't think I've ever learned so much in the semester I took that class. Most of the classes require some amount of studying, it is college. Select Mason students can have really amazing conversations, it's all about who you know. The Communication's Department is growing and could be better. The more staff that joins, the more unique classes become available making it a more enjoyable experience. The PR department is geared towards getting a job. The English department is geared towards bettering yourself as a person. Both are useful.