Saint Mary's College

Date: Feb 07 2004
Major: Communications (This Major's Salary over time)
When I first attended Saint Mary's, I didn't think I would stay- this seemed to be the feeling among all of my friends. Being in an all-women's environment takes a bit of getting used to. In fact, I am not sure that I truly appreciated it until my senior year. Since graduation I have been impressed with the community outside of Notre Dame, Indiana. My first job was found through an alum that I didn't even know. She took me under her wing and helped me get my first job. In interviews, I am always asked about SMC and interviewers always comment on how impressive they think the degree is. Outside of the image that the degree itself provides, I am more than happy about the way that the school has given me the foundation for a successful life in the workplace. I find myself knowing things and knowing how to do things that my co-workers do not know. I am confident about speaking up in meetings where I am the only woman surrounded by male VPs- this gains me respect. There are many other things I am grateful, including my regained spirituality and compassion for people arround me. I never would have thought that I would have such a positive stance on SMC, especially after my first year, but it really is a good school, and like anything, it is what you make of it. The only negative that I would share is that the surrounding city doesn't have much to offer in terms of a social life, and in order to meet guys, you have to make an effort which can sometimes look like you are being forward (ie it is misread as chasing guys). Other than that, this is a great place to be.