Exceptional Classroom Experiences

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Okay, now let’s meet Savannah, a junior music education major and an honors scholar. We’ll hear about her future goals and how her classroom experiences at St Mary’s are preparing her for success. Savannah, doesn’t just wanna be a teacher, she wants to be a high school band director and research the profound impact female band directors can have on their students. Savannah, you’re up.

– Thank you so much, Alex. When looking at colleges, I knew I wanted to attend a place where I felt welcomed and valued. Here at St. Mary’s University, I’m surrounded by a community that provides support and guidance in my goals and endeavors. The students, faculty, and staff at St. Mary’s bring a sense of life and community to the classroom. As a music education major, I’m surrounded by people who have a desire to become better students, musicians, and leaders. Whether it is rehearsing side by side, providing feedback for one another or spending time together, St. Mary’s students have a special bond that lasts far beyond the classroom. With a student to faculty ratio of 11:1, St. Mary students are able to develop one-on-one relationships with their professors. In my case, my professors have guided me through challenging classwork and providing me access to real world opportunities. That’s another thing. 94% of St Mary’s professors have a PhD or similar. That means that you’re learning from professors not from graduate assistants. St. Mary’s University is a tight knit community committed to developing successful professionals dedicated to the greater good. It is even a Hispanic serving institution. I love that I’m able to develop relationships with my peers and professors that last far beyond my days here on campus. St. Mary’s University is more than just a place to learn. It is a place to grow and truly develop as a person. The opportunities my professors have provided me have allowed me to work with local high school bands and write about the importance of having female high school band directors. I am proud to call myself a St. Mary’s Rattler. Back to you, Alex.

– Thank you for sharing your St Mary’s experience with us Savannah. It sounds like you’ve had some amazing classroom interactions with both faculty and students at St. Mary’s. Thanks for sharing your story.