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[dtroi]

Hello! I'm looking at going back to school soon, and, after running across mention that there were programs for nontraditional students at some women's colleges, have begun to consider attending one of them if I can. I think I'd be far less distracted and far more likely to speak up in class in a women-only environment. (I'm pretty shy... my

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[dancerlbv]

I go to Cedar Crest College in Allentown Pennsylvania, and it sounds like it may be just what you are looking for. Classes are very small, except maybe freshmen lecture classes but as a non-traditional (or life-long learner as my school calls it you wouldn't have to worry about it) Campus is very beautiful, and it is part of a big city, but you would never really know it. As far as partying goes, none of that happens on our campus, but there are many others close by that it does, where you can go if you want to have a good time. We have a disability service, as well as any academic services you may need.

As far as grades go, they are very good with understanding that different things come up. I had to take a semester off of college and then followed that semester up with some very terrible grades, and they were very understanding that i had things happening in my life that had to do with that.

Financially, it is somewhat of an expensive school, but I do believe it is much cheaper than mount holyoke, and much easier to get into. I have no idea what the application process is for life long learners however.

We have very renowned science, nursing and lit department, and offer most any major. As far as we are considered a woman's college we do have a few men that go there. As traditional students they are allowed in the science program because we offer majors that many other colleges do not. As for life long learners I don't think we are quiet as strict on what gender attends. But even though that's true, there's only about 1 to 2 males in any given class at a time.

I am a criminal justice and social work major, both majors that are geared more towards are life long learners, so if you have any questions feel free to contact me. My aim is dancerlbv, and my email is lbvermin@cedarcrest.edu I hope I helped with the decision, I know that not too many people hear of cedar crest college, even though I think it's such an amazing place.

[dancerlbv]

I forgot, there's many stores within walking distance (right next to the campus) so anything you would need is in close supply. I have also found that every single professor I have come in contact with tries their best to be sure you succeed, so if you keep in contact with the professors you have for a given semester, they will give you all the help you need. We also have many volunteer opportunities and off-campus events and trips, with transportation that are available to all students.

[dtroi]

I hadn't heard about Cedar Crest before, thanks! I just sent them a request for more information. You make it sound like a good place to be. :)

I wandered over to the Cedar Crest livejournal community, and someone mentioned in a comment that science lectures can have 75-150 people in them. Is that accurate?

[dancerlbv]

It really depends on the lecture. I don't think the big lecture halls hold any more than 75ish people, but they usually only get half full, and that's only if you take a freshman science lecture. As a non traditional student you'd be able to get into the night class that has a lot less students in it, so you'd get much more one on one from the teachers. What they probably didn't mention is that the science lectures (chem, i know for sure) usually have a required recitation that goes with it, that only has 15-20 students in it, and the point of it is to do extra practice problems while a prof is present in case you need any help with what you are studying at the time.

To answer the vegan question, we do have those options, but you'd be better off eating in the bistro if you want to be sure of what you get than the cafe. although, if you ask, telling them you are vegan, they will make special meals for you from what I've heard.

[dtroi]

Okay, cool, thanks! :)

And as a side note... I saw in another post somewhere that you're a dance major or minor. How do you like CCC's dance program? I doubt I'd do more than take a class or two, but it's fun to think about. I miss dancing. :)

[dancerlbv]

I'm not a dance major or minor anymore (the minor is ridiculous, you don't need to take a single technique course for it), but I do take a dance class from time to time. I think that we have an amazing program, if you want to just take classes, I wouldn't go here for a dance major though, that is better done elsewhere. I've only taken ballet and jazz, we offer every level from beginner to advanced in tap, ballet, jazz and modern, sometimes there's a random class thrown in for a semester. I find that the professors are nice, and the class is never any bigger then 12 students so everyone can still get individual attention. If you want to go more towards the performing aspect, we have a company for each style of dance that you try out for in the beginning of fall semester and then perform at the end of each semester. We also have shows that are put on about every month or two if you're into acting/singing.

Another thing I forgot to mention, is if there is a class or minor/major you want to pursue, that Cedar Crest doesn't offer, we have a bridge program with some of the neighboring colleges where you can take classes there and still get the credit. (Muhlenburg College is less than a mile away) I think there's about 4 or 5 colleges in the area that you can take classes from if needed, and I'm sure there would be a way to arrange transportation to those colleges. It's kinda like the program Smith and Mount Holyoke and the rest of the seven sisters have.