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Sort By: [Date] [Major] [Rating] Communications  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Quite Bright Although I’m not supposed to reply to other people’s reviews, I simply have to make note of an observation. Almost all of the negative reviews on this page were written by people who ranked themselves as quite bright, and most of the positive reviews were written by people who ranked themselves either average or bright (I consider myself to be quite bright and am writing a positive review). I noticed no difference in writing capability or insight in the neg/qb reviews with the positive/a-b reviews. Now, I was not a psych major; I was a film major - but this leads me to the conclusion that perhaps the negative reviewers simply aren’t happy with much in life. I realize this is a pretty big leap, but most of the negative reviews seemed to be egocentric in nature and drenched with a sense of entitlement. I am and always will be a firm believer in the idea that a critic is the easiest thing in the world to be. That being said, it is important to note that I was in the comm. Department at SIUC. It is one of the more renowned colleges at the university and I don’t have much experience in anything else SIU offered except for a couple of their other renowned programs like creative writing and philosophy. I also have to address SIUC’s low standards and so called “morons” being admitted. This is tricky because they need to accept most people for revenue’s sake; however, they truly believe that everyone deserves an education – which is more than I can say for most schools I’ve attended. They are one of the few schools that I know of that takes affirmative action seriously; and for that reason, yes, there are many students from the Southside of Chicago or East St. Louis. Some don’t make it, and others have great success. But at any rate, learning to get along with others that are different than you is a far greater education than you will find in any classroom. This is also important because most schools (aka Uof I, UIC, etc.) recruit the best students out of the Middle East and Asia in order to keep their stats high, therefore keeping their research funding high, therefore keeping their admissions selective, and therefore breeding exclusivity – the antithesis of affirmative action. Remember, statistics are malleable, very often manipulated, and college rankings are very subjective. I believe Mark Twain said something like: there are three types of lies…lies, white lies, and statistics. I would recommend this school to any student in the world. If you don’t like it you can transfer, and I promise it won’t be the end of the world. I, myself, have attended 4 different universities and plan on returning to SIUC. I believe this school is less like a business than most that I’ve attended, and I think they believe in the power of education instead of career training. Carbondale is in the middle of nowhere and therefore has become an intellectual oasis and a magnet for bright and creative minds. This school is sorely underrated and highly criticized by people who haven’t been properly fact checked; but the best part is, SIU doesn’t care. They are still the second largest school in Illinois and have functioned beautifully for over century. I have faith that things will continue to run smoothly and SIUC will continue to attract and nurture that special type of mind that is proud to be called a Saluki. But don’t take my word for it, nothing is for everyone. Just remember there is only one school that can proudly claim “Shaft” as an alumnus. This is that one school, and he is still a Bad Mother (shut your mouth). Much love, Cory Fehrenbacher Individual Value: A+, Collaboration/Competitive: B Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private)  More →  Apr 05 2009 3rd Year Male -- Class 2011    Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=59118&uid=438'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save   Education  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Quite Bright Ok, so it has been 30 years since I graduated from SIU. However, I have some very strong feelings about my years there and wanted to share them. Southern Illinois is beautiful and everyone should take advantage of the numerous opportunities available to experience the area. SIU had the reputation of being a party school when I went there and it appears it still has that reputation. Please tell me, what college is not a party school? UW Madison and IU have been Playboy's party school picks for several years. I like to point out to people that if you want to party, you will find it at any school. I loved my party times at SIU,(I still will not share some of the stories with my own children) but I also knew I had to study. FIND THE BALANCE!!! Take advantage of the great social party sceen but,at the same time, know when you need to study. SIU has excellent programs. Take advantage of the time. Get to know your department people, get involved in department activities, GET YOURSELF KNOWN in the department. You would be surprised at how much you can get from this. Just by talking to your instructors in an informal setting can be reflected in your grades and opportunities (and letters of reccomendation). Let them know you are making an effort. I am currently in a profession with colleagues from Ivy Leage schools, Big 10 schools and other prominent universities. My salary is comparable to all of them and I am respected in my field. My SIU bachelors degree got me my first job. It was not my SIU degree that got me my second job. Where you go from that first job is not because of your SIU degree!!!! ( or a U of I degree or a UW degree) Your future depends not on where you got your degree.... but how use use your knowledge and skills Faculty Accessibility: A-, Useful Schoolwork: C+ Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private)  More →  Oct 25 2007 4th Year Female -- Class 1975    Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=41807&uid=438'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save   Architecture & Urban Planning Department  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Bright I will ALWAYS love SIU. My time in Carbondale was the best four years of my life. The faculty took so much interest in me and my work and the quality of my education was very good. I felt that I was ready for the workforce much more so than my co-workers from different universities... Oh, and what a beautiful place. GO SALUKIS Starting Job: Project Manager, Preparedness: B, Reputation: F Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private) Aug 31 2007 Alumnus Male -- Class 2000   Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=40989&uid=438'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save   Communications  Major Salary, Salary Trend, Satisfaction, Unemployment Quite Bright Southern Illinois University delivered not only a tremendous education, but allowed me to grow into an adult ready for the real world. After continuing my education at other well respected institutions, I still feel as if I received a superior education from SIU. As an Alumnus of SIU, I am proud to be part of a group of Salukis who often meet and continue their support for the school, athletics, and fellow alumni. I highly recommend Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Starting Job: KANA Software Regional Manager, Preparedness: A+, Reputation: A+ Have a Question? Your Response/Question:     To be informed when someone replies to your comment. (private) Aug 31 2007 Alumnus Male -- Class 2000   Forward  Blog it! Blog about this comment from your webpage or Blog, or MySpace account: Just copy and paste! <script src='http://www.studentsreview.com/active/shared/sr_comment.js?sckey=40988&uid=438'></script> <a href='http://www.studentsreview.com' style='font-size:8pt;'>Data Source: StudentsReview!</a> Rate this comment: Useless (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Helpful       Save      Prev    Select Page:  1  2  3  4  5  6  7 ... 16    Next

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