English Department
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Julie Bergman - English Major/Secondary Education

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO ATTEND GRAND VALLEY?
I have a degree in social work from Michigan State and wanted to pursue a teaching certificate. Grand Valley's University Center here in Traverse City offered good class times and worked with my degree so I wouldn't have to take more undergrad classes.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT GRAND VALLEY?
By catering to people who work or already have a degree, The University Center is a little different than the downstate campus. It's not the traditional college experience. I like the fact that many of the students seem more dedicated to their studies in this setting.

HOW WILL GRAND VALLEY MEET YOUR FUTURE GOALS?
The way the program is set up, you get a good working knowledge of a classroom.

HOW HAS GRAND VALLEY'S FACULTY MADE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COLLEGE EXPERIENCE?
They're just a good group of people. Open, encouraging, supportive, full of good suggestions - their passion for what they do is obvious.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS?
Get some life experiences before starting college so you have a better understanding of what you want. Travel and explore things about you before settling down.

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