Cindy
The majority of my professors know my name and remember me even after I am not in their class anymore. They are generally available for individual consultations and most make sure their students understand the material. I, personally, loved my wood shop classes and I would take them again in a heartbeat, if I had time. Depending on your major and the type of studier you are will explain how much time you need to devote to studying. I have friends that study for hours a day and I have friends that study 20 minutes before their tests. The majority of students I have been around are not too competitive and they try to help each other out whenever possible. I am an interior design major and I love my classes and the projects definitely challenge me. Teachers and my classmates try to help bring out my creativity and they push me to think outside of the box. I got very close to a handful of my professors and they still have my back a few years later. Kent has classes for personal gain and interest as well as life classes that can help you with your jobs, resumes, and interviews.
Cindy
The majority of my professors know my name and remember me even after I am not in their class anymore. They are generally available for individual consultations and most make sure their students understand the material. I, personally, loved my wood shop classes and I would take them again in a heartbeat, if I had time. Depending on your major and the type of studier you are will explain how much time you need to devote to studying. I have friends that study for hours a day and I have friends that study 20 minutes before their tests. The majority of students I have been around are not too competitive and they try to help each other out whenever possible. I am an interior design major and I love my classes and the projects definitely challenge me. Teachers and my classmates try to help bring out my creativity and they push me to think outside of the box. I got very close to a handful of my professors and they still have my back a few years later. Kent has classes for personal gain and interest as well as life classes that can help you with your jobs, resumes, and interviews.
Samantha
In the beginning of your schooling, you will have mostly lecture courses which could have anywhere from 100-500 people in them. Although it may be overwhelming at first, I have grown to love them, professors make an effort to make their lectures interesting. One of the best parts about academics is that it is actually hard to schedule friday classes, I KNOW AWESOME. Be prepared to study 2x the amount of time you are in class, take this seriously because professors expect you to know the material. Definitely take 7 ideas that shook the universe, it's an intro to physics class and Professor Barrack relates all the information back to the real world uses, Kent is known for this course.
Isaac
I think the professors are interested in teaching and actually want us to learn! I'm impressed!
Matthew
In my department the professors know you by name and may even go out for a beer with you after class. For most departments though, this is pretty unheard of. Most departments at Kent are more about learning for its own sake rather than anything that is even close to an applicable and practical job skill. It is very much so a liberal arts university.
Ellen
Kent is known for it's Fashion Design Program, Education Program, and Journalism Program throughout the world. We are one of the top 200 Universities in the world as well! Although some of the general classes are large there is a still a lot of participation with clickers. There increase participation by using a remote to participate in class. I am a Special Education Major and the program is challenging. However, I know that I am learning everything I need to know to become a successful educator. I feel that Kent State has academic requirements that many people are able to meet. It is not too easy and not too difficult. We have several world wide professors that teach at Kent State and anyone who goes here should be proud to be a Golden Flash!