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I earned both my bachleors degree in sociology and my M.A. in Professional Psychology, though there were times I think I should have gotten an MSW because there is a wider job market for that degree. Geneva teaches you a way to integrate your faith and a way to serve in a profession that does not always incorporate faith in its application. There was a higher standard of execellence demanded of the students in this program than in other schools by comparison at the masters level . When I was working... Read More with others from other degree programs I discovered that they had not had the training we had had at Geneva. You get a close personel relationship with your professors because this program is small.

Choosing Geneva College as the destination to further my educational process was worth every penny. It's a beautiful campus and the sense of community is just as substantial as some of the other larger colleges in the area. I learned so much more about myself as a student and person during my 4 years at Geneva. While I was there I built lasting relationships with people that I consider extended family even to this day. You will find that tends to be a typical response from most people who have the... Read More means, drive, or take the time to care about going to college. What you don't usually hear is how your faith can be nurtured and grow during 4 years with a very special core of people to support you. It's a challenging decision to go to any college in order to pursue your education for career or personal goals. It's something else entirely, in my opinion, to have a stronger foundation in your faith and religion by going to college. I have learned that your calling in life isn't always what you absolutely love doing, but through servant leadership we can use our own special gifts to help others and extend our community beyond family and friends. Here's my best example of showing you that there is a plan for you whether you know it or not. Some of my closest friends came from the other side of the state, or even out of state to educate themselves at Geneva College (in Beaver Falls, PA). I'm not sure how one makes the decision to go to school in a small town that is known for being rainy and bleak 9 months out of the year. I'm just in awe of the little pieces of the puzzle that were put together to make me the person that I am today. A person that has gleaned so much from those friends that ended up at Geneva College 10+ years ago. We have a truly wonderful God. My final piece of advice is that life may get difficult and you could find yourself in a position where your education or lack of experience keeps you from achieving everything you desire; but, being renewed in spirit and remaining resilient in the face of struggle and hardship is something you don't get at every institution of higher learning. I believe THAT is what sets Geneva College apart from your standard college.