Glenville State University Reviews

Abby

from Tioga, WV

Current student

In which ways do you feel you are learning and growing?

Mentally: Just attending here and learning more from peers and professors. My eyes have been opened to a diverse group of opinions to where I can now make my own about the world.
Emotionally: I have learned to deal with many things like stress, anxiety, procrastination and to overall not make a huge deal out of things because I tend to overthink.
Educationally: I love what I have studied and learned so far about literature in general. I love learning the deeper aspects of short stories, poems, journals, etc.
Personally: Overall, I have become a woman. I hold my head high and I know that I am successful where I am in life at the moment. I have overcome certain issues and have even learned to let go when it is hard.

What qualities do you have that have best prepared you for success at this institution?

Patience: When it comes to overcoming schooling and life in general, one must be patient with themselves. It's OK to get criticism, acceptance, and failure for some actions you take. Patience may be a virtue for you if you can accept that others have different ideas from your own while they accept yours.
Free-thinking: When one can think for oneself instead of following the footsteps of others, bigger things are bound to occur. The possibilities are virtually limitless when the world is receptive to fresh concepts. Some people believe that there is only so much, but if you attempt to find the positive side of things, you will be able to embrace others and yourself more.
Note-taking: NOTES, NOTES, NOTES! Writing is one task for which a college student must be ready. The best strategies for surpassing others in your topic are to write down important terminology, record the lecture (if the professor permits), and paraphrase it so that you understand it. They also help to review for essays, quizzes and final exams.

In what clubs or organiziations have you participated and how have they impacted your overall experience?

Student Government Association (SGA): I am currently in the secretary position of Glenville's SGA. It has been beneficial for gaining close-listening skills, key concepts, knowledge with a diverse group of students. My position includes taking the minutes from each meeting, typing those out for the next meeting, holding all official documents, acting at the discretion of the President, etc.
The Student Support Services Department (TRIO): This department has been a crucial aspect in my life that has completely changed who I am as a person. I could not be more thankful for the people that work there and push me to strive for the best. They believe in not only myself but tons of other students that are involved with the program. They make the college life fun and adventurous. I 100% recommend people joining the program if they can.

Ashley from Cowen, WV

accepted here and planning to attend soon

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	One big Family. Resume Builders. Great Opportunities.
Tips for prospective students	Get involved and put your self out there to make friends. They watch to see which students don't get out much and stay in there dorms and they try to help you on your socializing skills. No one is left out. I encourage you to just be yourself and get involved.
Academic Rigor	They talk a lot about getting involved in and activities they have. They also encourage you to build your resume and that your going to do it there. You can learn many great skills and all the teachers and advisors are so nice and easy to just talk to.
Dorm Life	The dorm life is very safe, clean, and secure. They have cameras set up in the front lobby that shows every hallway in the dorm areas, and the key your assigned only works for your floor and dorm room door. I like how everything is set up and I feel safe.
Food and Dining	I absolutely love the food here. I have visited campus on several occasions and had the chance to compare it with other schools. I like the cleanliness better and the organization of everything. The cooks are nice and appreciative to help you even if you are a picky eater like me. Laugh out loud, I enjoyed the whole experience.
What to do for fun	There are lots are sports and extracurricular activities you can join. Such actives may include, bass fishing, white water rafting, rock climbing, sororities, ROTC Programs, and much much more.

Aaron from Keyser, WV

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	Glenville is like home away from home. You always have something to do in Glenville. Glenville, a small college with a large curriculum.
Tips for prospective students	Use your resources. Be a part of the campus community. Athletics are Awesome!
Academic Rigor	Bring your brain, College is not easy.
Dorm Life	Roomy and relaxed. Everything available indoors. Tends to be a bit loud
Food and Dining	Can't beat the selection.
What to do for fun	Campus activities, ballgames, tutoring, swimming, library, local mall, wings, movies and much more.
Bang for the buck	Admissions are very helpful. A lot of bang for your buck.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus	A lot of tradition and pride at Glenville.
Great for these types of students	All types of students willing to learn. Its hard.
Clubs and Activities	Athletics and student clubs.
Greek Life	Greek life is great.
Campus Safety	Very well lit. Always a police presence.

Mandy from West Union, WV

a current student here

Categories	Comments
Am learning a lot	I absolutely love the professors at this college. They are all friendly and helpful. The professors are very approachable and will help you with anything. They are willing to take time out of their own lives to make sure you succeed.
Am enjoying being here	There is a very friendly atmosphere here on campus at Glenville. It gives you a warm feeling to be apart of a close knit campus.
Bang for the buck	Compared to other colleges, it is not too awfully expensive to attend college here, but nevertheless, so many college students, including myself, have trouble finding the funds to cover it all.
Tips for prospective students	Take a campus tour of Glenville before you make your decision. You will be impressed with the friendliness. Walk right into the department chair of the major that interests you. They will be more than willing to help you out.

Megan from Chloe, WV

a current student here

Categories	Comments
Am learning a lot	I absolutely love all of my classes. The professors are very interested in what you do and are excellent in trying to help those who need help. The classes challenge me in a way that high school never did without stressing me out.
Am enjoying being here	I am definitely enjoying it here. GSC is an amazing place for any student to be. It is small enough for you to know everyone and find your way around easily, but large enough for you to be able to lose yourself in the crowd whenever you want to.
Bang for the buck	I am definitely getting my bang for my buck. There are so many awesome activities that have happened throughout my first semesters here.
Tips for prospective students	Throw yourself into the college experience. Try everything that you can and you will make tons of friends like I did. I left my inhibitions behind from high school and I have never regretted that decision. In doing so , I made more friends in two semesters that I had in 4 years of high school.

Emily from Fairdale, WV

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	This is wonderful school for those looking for the home feeling. The instructors are kind and understanding and the community is great. Glenville State is just a wonderful and safe environment for learning and growing as a student.
Tips for prospective students	Bring a fan for you dorm room, you'll thank me later. Always smile and try to make friends, they'll be friends you'll have for the rest of your life. Always go to class, you'll need the sick days later.
Academic Rigor	The Academic system at Glenville is one of the better ones in the state. The instructors of the institution are very understanding and want you to succeed.
Dorm Life	The dorms are quite nice and can be very spacious if you know what to do. The RAs are very understanding and moving can be easy.
Food and Dining	The Mollohan restaurants and the Rusty Musket can be a bit much to handle, but there are a few other dining choices in town. A China One, Subway, McDonalds, Pizza Hut, and a few family owned restaurants.
What to do for fun	There a few restaurants in town. Clarksburg, a large city is about an hour away, Cedar park is just a short ways up the road. The locals are very nice and open to the college students.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus	The campus and Glenville as a whole is notorious for being haunted. The stories of Sis Lynn and Marble Boy give the campus a sort of historic feeling.
Clubs and Activities	There are some great clubs, Frats and sororities on campus. Most of the organizations on campus get along greatly, but do your homework before you go jumping into something blind.
Greek Life	Greek life is thriving on campus and all the Frats and sororities are open to new students.
Campus Safety	The schools Public Safety officers go above and beyond their call of duty.

Miranda from Glenville, WV

a current student here

Categories	Comments
In three sentences	glenville has a wonderful learning environment. great classes and teachers. and wonderful students.
Tips for prospective students	your going to get a good work out here but its worth it in the end. the teachers push you to do your best.
Academic Rigor	you are pushed to do your best in everything that you do here.
Dorm Life	the dorms are new and great. there is not that much noise and they are very clean.
Food and Dining	the food has its good days and bad but most the time its wonderful and very filling.
What to do for fun	being a music major i play music and go on trips to things that are going on with the program.
Clubs and Activities	there is a club for everything here
Greek Life	there is some greek life on campus and its getting better.
Campus Safety	campus safety is great!