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Washington State University is a family. I know many people would say that, but it is an unbreakable bond and fantastic school if you give it a chance. I do not want to give a review that seems like a recitation of a commercial, or some pitch from a recruiter. So what I will tell you is my story. I was an anthro major and got myself involved in clubs and activities that made me some of the best friends I have ever had and continue to have to this day. I engaged in experiences that completely shaped... Read More and changed my career path for the better such as undergraduate research in a completely different field of study. I was dead set on being in a specific category within the system, anthropology, but classes and professors showed me that it was possible to be more than just that category, more than just a female student getting a bachelors with 25,000+ other students. I was an anthropologist, a scientist, a researcher, a student, a friend, and part of a family. There is something unexplainable about being a Washington State Cougar. But at Washington State University you are more than just a number or student in a chair. You are forever part of the family, no matter where you go, or what career you pursue, you will have other cougs believing in you. I will leave you with this, Go Cougs.

I thought this was an excellent degree option, as I was working full-time and unable to attend school in the traditional classroom setting. It was challenging, yet manageable - I had the opportunity to excel in both the workplace and the classroom which is something I really didn't think I'd be able to do. There was a huge selection of course options that I was genuinely interested in, professors were interactive and passionate about their area of expertise; I didn't feel like I was missing out on... Read More the "college experience." Better yet, 4 years out of school and I still feel this was a valuable experience for me.... I learned something, and I still remember what I learned! I would definitely come back at some point to pursue my Master's Degree. Further, when applying for jobs and submitting resumes, I was confident when I listed having a Bachelor's Degree from Washington State University - you don't need to state that it was a distance degree program - you got the degree and THAT is what matters!