Ricky
I'm a psychology major and the classes are very interesting!
Alex
As an environmental major, I feel like my major isn't as geared towards getting a job, as say, the business school. A lot of my friends that have already graduated have gotten pretty cool jobs out west, but I am nervous about finding the right job for me and I think I might have to go to grad school. Noone is too competitive in my classes, so I do not get too stressed out-- only during finals and midterms. I am pretty close with two of of my professors, and feel comfortable emailing any of them with questions. Usually they respond with helpful answers.
Carrie
The English classes at Michigan are great! I hated English in high school but here you are able to pick which class you want to take based on the topic of that section. I took a class on visual communication through writing and symbolism and it was one of my favorite classes I have taken so far! Also, the English classes are so small that you really get to know the teacher and he/she get to know you.
Annabelle
Most professors know your name, but it depends what kind of class setting you chose. I study every day for approx. 3 hours. Class participation is common, but again, it depends on your class. You can find people to have intellectual conversations, but on the most part, no. There are a lot of general requirements that try to ensure that Michigan students are "well-rounded" but are frustrating to take... ie: science/math for a political science major.
Rachel
-Most
-Psych 270
-Stats 350
-A lot
-Yes
-Sometimes
-Yes
-History of the 60's
-B.B.C.S
-Yes, in office hours
-They are fine, not too hard to obtain
-Haven't figured it out yet
Mark
very subjective...depends on your GSI for many classes. group projects are stupid
Jenna
I have been midly disappointed by the academics here. I feel like Michigan academics asks and expects a lot from the students without giving a lot of direction. It's hard to find out what you are passionate about once at Michigan.
Rebecca
I graduated in three years, because I pushed myself really hard. Students can be really competitive and I count myself among them. I'm now in the school of Social Work and it's completely different than the undergraduate level in terms of who I work with and how much homework there is.
Amy
As I get more involved in my major (psychology) and my minor (Spanish), I am realizing what really drives my passion--work for social justice. Getting involved with related classes and student organizations is the best way to develop one's future goals.
Evan
the academics are really good, but with such a big school it is easy to get lost in the cracks, so i miss being in MSU's JMC RC