At Grove City College, we believe that what you learn matters. However, we also know that how you learn matters too. That’s why I want to give you a peek into what a Grove City College classroom can look like. We have many beautiful classrooms around campus, including this outdoor classroom (Don’t worry, we close […]
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Freshman’s Guide to Time Management
“So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” (Psalm 90:12) As the Psalmist reminds us, life is short. In the span of a lifetime (and eternity), four years come and go like a vapor, as do the opportunities that come in college. With high school now in your […]
A Capital Adventure
I’m now almost halfway into my third semester here at Grove City College, and the time has flown by! Every semester I am just shocked by the amazing opportunities and experiences that pop up for me. I regularly call my parents and list off a host of new clubs, organizations, volunteer programs, and fun […]
Vivaldi’s Spring – Sneak Peek Into Civ Arts
Of all the inspiring courses I took at Grove City, an absolute favorite was Civilization and the Arts—an enlightening exploration of visual art and music throughout Western history (and a required Humanities Core experience shared by every Grover). In Civ Arts, not only did I gain eyes to see Vermeer and ears to hear Bach […]
Forming Heart and Character: Classes are About More than Knowledge
After attending a public high school, I knew there was an aspect of education I was missing. This aspect was something I didn’t find until I sat in on a class while visiting Grove City College. The development of all aspects of the person and not simply intellectual growth is what drove me to not […]
Helping You Succeed: Academic Resources on Campus
See below for a glimpse into what academic resources are available to you at Grove City College! This was written by a current student, Emma Thomas, who is a sociology major from Colorado. She is involved in athletics, Greek life, homecoming committee and more! — The transition to college can be overwhelming: new place, new […]
The Importance of Self-Assessment
Below is a post that I wrote last June about some things to begin considering when you start your college search. While the content was written a little under a year ago, it is still relevant to you and the process that you are starting to walk through now. As always, please do not hesitate […]
Value: Challenging but Worth it
Warren Buffet is quoted as saying “Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.” I can confidently say that, at Grove City College, the challenging academics you receive are an important part of our college experience and what makes a Grove City College diploma a valuable asset. Yet, it’s more than an asset […]
Value: Student Life Above and Beyond 4.0
Grove City College has over 150 different clubs and organizations and 19 different varsity sports for our students to join and allow to enhance their life. Our Intramural programs have been ranked at #2 in the US for participation. Let some of our students show and tell you how Grove City College provides many opportunities […]
Comparing Apples to Apples: A Guide to Evaluating Academic Programs
In “Deciding on a Major,” Evan discussed things to consider when determining what you want to study in college. He talked about your passions, your skills, and the career in which you might be interested. This post, as the name implies, is about how to evaluate the quality of the programs you are considering. However, […]