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having tight relationships with my professors and being involved in my studies.
I never
expected:
i went sea kayaking for a field ecology class in alaska.
At Manchester
College, I found:
inspiration.
Name:
Kelsey Barta
Home Town:
Hammond, IN
Major:
English writing
Grad Year:
2013
Why I decided
to attend MC:
I wanted a smaller campus where I could get one on one attention and develop a more personal relationship with the professors. I also liked the distance away from home.
My favorite things
about Manchester:
The professors are wonderful! They know you, care about you, and want you to do well. They genuinely care about you as a person, not just as a student. I never feel like just another number in the class.
I never
expected:
I experienced the world! After taking a Jan Session trip to Italy in 2011, I studied abroad in Cheltenham, England for the Spring semester of 2012. In Italy I was able to experience art first hand and not just looking at it in a book. Being in England for a semester was the best decision I ever made! I gained so many new friends, a new outlook on other countries and universities, and had the ability to travel to Ireland, Italy, France, Greece and all over England in that time!
At Manchester
College, I found:
Through the past three years I have learned bits and pieces about me that I never knew before. Whether it's taking part in a deep discussion in a philosophy class, defending a character in Shakespeare class, or just having quality conversations with friends and professors, I am figuring out who I want to become. Manchester has helped me develop into a better person and has lead me into the direction of what I want to do with my life.
Name:
Sarah Beck
Home Town:
Merriam, Indiana
Major:
Communication Studies/Social Work/Criminal Justice
Grad Year:
2013
Why I decided
to attend MC:
It's close to home, but far enough away for me to be on my own. Also, it's a smaller campus. I didn't want to get lost in a sea of people.
My favorite things
about Manchester:
The classes are great! Faculty will do anything they can to help you or answer a question. It's great to have the personal attention. I really feel like I'm getting a real hands on education.
I never
expected:
Become involved and take special trips to learn and help so many people all over the country.
At Manchester
College, I found:
At Manchester College, I found my calling. I know for the most part what I want to do and Manchester helped me to see that and is helping me to get there.
Name:
Chaz Bellman
Home Town:
Elkhart, IN
Major:
Communications
Grad Year:
2013
Why I decided
to attend MC:
After contemplating between Manchester and Anderson I spent a semester at Anderson before realizing Manchester was a better fit. I was drawn by the high job placement rate, low student to teacher ratio and the fact that every MC grad I knew prior to attending is successful.
My favorite things
about Manchester:
It is great to be able to hold a personal relationship with professors and coaches. Also,as my time here goes on windows for the future continue to open.
I never
expected:
Working an internship where doors have been opened and I have had the chance to meet, make friends with, and even play chess against alumni. In my free time I have begun to enjoy the theatre productions and watching friends participate and act.
At Manchester
College, I found:
contingency
Name:
Josh Benefiel
Home Town:
Shelbyville, IN
Major:
Elementary Education w/ High Ability
Grad Year:
2013
Why I decided
to attend MC:
I chose Manchester College because of the small campus and friendly atmosphere. Being a student MC campus is more like having a big family...everywhere you go you see familiar faces. At MC the students are not just a number. One of the biggest factors of my decision to come to MC was that I wanted to be known by my professors...I did not want to just be a number in a class.
My favorite things
about Manchester:
My favorite thing about MC as a student is the atmosphere. It is friendly and welcoming to everyone and you are able to communicate with professors in a very relaxed and friendship kind of way.
I never
expected:
I never expected to be a part of so many experiences. Starting with my freshman year, I was already doing more field experiences than I thought I would. From there it just keeps building from field experiences to out of state professional conferences with some of the best!
At Manchester
College, I found:
At Manchester College, I found skill. At MC, I am learning so much valuable information that helps me better myself. I have learned skills that will stick with me through my future.
Name:
Lydia Bolls
Home Town:
Chicago, IL
Major:
Elementary Education
Grad Year:
2012
Why I decided
to attend MC:
I decided to attend MC because it has a very good teaching program, its not too far from home, and because it has a very friendly environment.
My favorite things
about Manchester:
My favorite thing about being an MC student is the availability of help anytime needed. I also love all of the friendly people and the hands on learning experiences.
I never
expected:
I never expected to be so involved and come out of my shell. I have gained so many opportunities.
At Manchester
College, I found:
I love meeting new people and with MC being such a small school, everyone almost knows just about everyone else. I have so many good friends that I see being my friends for a lifetime.
Name:
Rachel Brown
Home Town:
Auburn, Indiana
Major:
Elementary Education
Grad Year:
2012
Why I decided
to attend MC:
When I first got the opportunity to visit campus, I felt completely at home here. I liked that it was a small school and all the opportunities that were available. The people that I met while visiting were so kind, and made me feel welcome at MC.
My favorite things
about Manchester:
I really like the sense of community that there is on campus. With Manchester being such a small school, you get to know just about everyone. It is great to see so many familiar faces and be able to make so many friends.
I never
expected:
I never expected to become so involved, outgoing, to go to a foam dance, or to have so much fun!
At Manchester
College, I found:
friendship. I have made so many new friends here at Manchester. My friends really care about me and make me feel at home. They push me to succeed and I don't know what I would do without them. I know that I have made several life long friends here at Manchester.
