TCNJ's Greatest Assets

  Graduation Date:               12/1/2003           Major Code:    MATT

  I think being able to observe such good teachers had a big impact on me.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2004           Major Code:    MATA

  Getting used to dealing with administrative bureaucrats who generally speaking, have no idea what desires, concerns, or ambitions of the average

  student are.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2004           Major Code:    MATT

  Time management and perserverance.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2004           Major Code:    MATA

  Confidence in oral presentaions is definitly something I took away from TCNJ. This has helped greatly in performing well as a teacher's assistant. I

  had only one oral presentation in a class this semester at graduate school, but I'm sure I will have more as I continue on.  I worked for the Academic

  Enchancement and Tutoring Center at TCNJ for 2 years.  That was y first real experience tutoring and I gained a lot of comfortableness with it.

  Now, I tutor primarily drop-in style at graduate school and I feel very confident, and I am able to provide a great help almost 100% of the time.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2004           Major Code:    MATC

  TCNJ expects a lot from its sutdents. If you work hard and succeed at TCNJ, I feel that you will be well prepared for grad school or a job. You also

  learn a lot about independence.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2004           Major Code:    MATC

  Most importantly I learned how to think and solve complex problems. Also, I learned how to learn what questions to ask so I could understand how to

  study and realte to the material. Also, of course, being at TCNJ helped me learn how to realte to other people Communicating with others is

  something a person will always be learning how to do better.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2004           Major Code:    MATT

  Experience and greaet role models. The amount of field experience I received in teaching has made me very confident as I enter my career. Also, the

   professors in the math department model what a good math teacher should be: willing to reteach amterial, meet with struggling students, and treat

  all students fairly.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2004           Major Code:    MATT

  classroom experience; solid math foundation; very positive student teaching experience

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2004           Major Code:    MATT

  Mu understanding and appreciation of mathamtics improved greatly at TCNJ. I feel that this will help me during my own teaching.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2004           Major Code:    MATT

  A variety of classroom expericnces at all grade and ability levels.

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  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATA

  Getting used to working hard and time managemenet skills, teamwork, Computer Science classes

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  I an graduating from TCNJ without any regrets.  I have made the most out of my time here.  TCNJ offers many opportunities to get involved in the

  college community.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    ELMA

  I felt that TCNJ has fully prepared me for the teaching world and I am very grateful for the numerous courses offered in the education department.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATA

  It was a very student-friendly evvironment for the most part and tried to help out its students.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  I am leaving with great friends, even in my own department.  The best part of school was meeting people that I could both do my work with and also

  become great friends with.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    ECMA

  very friendly atmosphere

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  I appreciated the small class size, it makes the transition into college much easier.  I feel I was given the opportunity to grow here at TCNJ.  I am

  entering a field I never imagined I would be entering and I owe that to my experience at TCNJ.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  I feel that TCNJ has made me become a more mature and responsible person

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATA

  The atmosphere of motivation to  achieve at is contagious.  I think I have made contributations to that atmosphere and thatatmosphere has pointed me

   in the right direction as far as attitude.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  I feel as though I am well prepared for any challenges.  After studying abroad at another college, I realized just how tough the courses at TCNJ are

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  I think TCNJ is helpful with getting your teaching certification.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  Plenty of field experience so I already feel comfortable in front of the classroom and have plenty of tools at my disposal.

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  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  One asset of TCNJ is the wide range of extracurricular activities and organizations this institution offers.  I had the opportunity to participate in

  several organizations, including LDP (the Leadership Development Program).  Through LDP, I was able to strengthen my leadership skills

  including public speaking, motivating members, working as a team, organizing major programs, etc.  All these skills will transfer easily into my

  future jobs, and I am grateful for the experiences I had with LDP.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  The faculty at TCNJ is amazing. I really liked that professors really got to know their students and formed helpful relationships with them.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  Since TCNJ makes you do everything yourself and does not even tell you that you have to do it, I feel like I am better prepared to get things done for

  myself without help from anyone else.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  I have received a firm education in many areas.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATA

  My problem solving skills and the fact that I can think about all possible cases that could arise in a situation.  This is the direct result of writing

  proofs and understanding logic.  And there is no substitute for hardwork.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATT

  It is a small school, where the professor really get to know their students and give them time to get extra help.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATA

  TCNJ gathers together highly motivated students who not only desire to succeed themselves but strive to assist their peers in succeeding.  Small

  and interactive classes are one of TCNJ's greatest assets, as are the numerous energetic teachers who willingly go out of their way to help

  students succeed.  The curriculum is structured so that students are exposed to a wide variety of disciplines while still having the flexibility and

  freedom to explore in depth whatever fields they desire.  In addition, I feel that the Honors Program is a valuable asset to the school in creating a

  venue of discussion and learning for some of TCNJ's most intellectually inclined students.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATA

  TCNJ easily became a home to me. The academic and social environments were exactly what I was looking for. They both allowed me to thrive and

  pressure myself to stay ahead daily.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2005           Major Code:    MATA

  Overall, I found the faculty at TCNJ to be very responsive to helping students, and they helped to raise the courses above just classes.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

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  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  I have a great deal of confidence in myself and my ability to work hard. I have achieved levels that I never thought possible.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  Best things about TCNJ were the people.  Most people were down to earth and you knew you were at the same level as all of your peers.  I could not

  have honestly said that about other schools like Princeton.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  One of the best things that TCNJ has to offer is the community within the college as well as the community within the departments.  Within your

  major you take classes with the same people and the same professors and there is a real community that is built and that has made this educational

  experience great.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  I think that I got a great education here.  I also think that I made the best friends of my life here, which says a lot for the school community as well,

  especially greek life.  TCNJ has great programs to get involved outside of the classroom and I think that that has also enhanced my experience

  greatly.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  I loved the campus at TCNJ.  I enjoyed being able to go outside in the beautiful weather, I love being five minutes walking distance to all of my

  oncampus friends and the convenience of route 1 and all it has to offer.  I also took away the idea that it's important to educate yourself in many

  different aspects not just the one that you are majoring in.  I found this out through conversations with people who spent so much time in major

  oriented classes that their views became skewed and they were bias no matter what the conversation was about.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  The class sizes and many activities have allowed me to make many friends and get the most out of the college experience.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  I am leaving TCNJ with a strong educational background that will help me to be the best teacher and educator that I can be.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  With the courses that I have taken, i feel professionally mature and ready to enter the business world.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  TCNJ gave me a strong math background and helped solidify my social skills.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  I felt my education experience was exceptional.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  Great sense of communityBeautiful campusChallenging coursesI feel like I was challenged enough that I am now prepared to take on more

  challenges in my profession

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  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

  the best thing is knowing that I am prepared now to go on to whatever it is I am going on to. The reputation of the school is great and employers see

  that.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

  High caliber people make up the community.  Everyone is respectful and able to participate in positive exchanging of ideas.  Mature, yet fun,

  students and professors.  The ability to think critically and adapt quickly is the greatest asset I'm leaving TCNJ with.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  The best thing I can say about TCNJ involves the faculty and the students I was able to meet. I am leaving TCNJ with the ability to conduct myself

  professionally, to analyze and with lots of interdisciplinary experiences.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

  I feel that I'm leaving TCNJ with a much better understanding of my life goals, specifically career-wise.  I was also able to get involved in many extra

   curricular activities at TCNJ, and I feel that has helped with my sense of leadership, as well as working as part of a team.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

  A solid background in Abstract Algebra (group theory, Galois theory)

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

  Great social community.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

  An ability to effectively voice discontent towards estabilished institutions.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

  There are some great great teachers like professor Curtis and these teachers make the whole school a better place.

  Graduation Date:                5/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

  I definitely got a good education, and I'm leaving with a solid understanding of the material from the classes I took.

  Graduation Date:                8/1/2006           Major Code:    MATA

  The best things I can say is that most of the faculty is excellent. The creative writing minor is great. The housing is nice after Freshman year. An

  asset... I guess that TCNJ has taught me that I can stick with a passion and that I'm capable of arranging large events for my community.

  Graduation Date:                8/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  I am leaving TCNJ with a rounded education and I feel fully prepared to enter the working world.

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  Graduation Date:               12/1/2006           Major Code:    ELMA

  The education program is very helpful and was a great benefit to me as a student.  Both the JPE program and student teaching internship allowed

  me to develop the skills necessary to become an effective teacher.

  Graduation Date:               12/1/2006           Major Code:    MATT

  diverse community

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