Hometown: Boston, MA

Major: Sociology

Favorite class or professor? There are many but I really enjoyed Marriage and Family with Dr. Erika Prijatelj. Dr. Prijatel presented rich material and merged it with today's issues. She created a warm classroom environment that was conducive to learning and creating connections.

Why does the Woods College work for you? I love Woods' commitment to its students. The quality of the professors is top notch and the care and commitment that they display is remarkable. The small class size also makes it less intimidating for someone returning after a long hiatus.

Hometown: Micoud, Saint Lucia

Program: Corporate Systems

Why does Woods work for you? My Woods College experience has been phenomenal. The professionalism of the staff is exceptional. For example, the timely and thorough responses to all my pre-admission inquiries were important in my decision. Since enrollment, this degree of professionalism and support is evident among the entire Woods College staff. Additionally, evening classes allow a mix of working professionals and young adults, whose experiences and perspectives further enrich learning.

What has been your favorite class? My favorite class so far has been Contemporary American Ethnic Literature. One of the things I enjoyed about this class was the rich and robust classroom engagement experiences, which Professor Akua Sarr facilitated exceptionally well. The literature chronicles the experiences of ethnic writers, and our classroom discussions were challenging and uncomfortable, but they were necessary in aiding the development of our critical thinking, as well as in our understanding of social justice and change. 

Hometown: Boston, MA

Program: B.A., Criminal & Social Justice    

Favorite class or professor? This is a difficult question to answer because I have had many favorite professors and classes. Law and Society with Judge Menno, Business Law with Professor Powers, and White Collar Crime with Professor McConville. I enjoyed all of these classes because they all taught me knowledge which not only I can use in my everyday life, but knowledge which is beneficial for everyone else whom I may be surrounded by. To know that one day I may apply this knowledge to help those around me is extremely important and valuable to me.

Why does the Woods College work for you? Woods College provides the best program for me because it gives me the opportunity to work full time during the day while being able to attend high quality classes during the evenings which are taught by enthusiastic professors. 

Hometown: Boston, Massachusetts

Favorite course or pofessor? Although I’m only one-third into the program, my favorite class to date remains Intro to Healthcare Systems and Organizations. The course was such a great overview of the healthcare ecosystem and touched upon so many important and relevant topics in healthcare today. Learning the course materials while gaining the diverse perspectives from my classmates was invaluable. With that said, all the professors in the program have been wonderful—always accessible and willing to help with questions or if you are looking for resources to dig deeper into topics.

Why does the Woods College work for you? The Woods College is the perfect fit for me because of the online platform and condensed courses. It allows me to pursue my MHA while working full time and juggling my family commitments because I can do my class work on my own time and schedule. I love the optional office hours and the ability to get to know my professors and classmates; it helps to bring the topics to life and feels like I’m part of a community despite being 100% remote.

Hometown: Saugus, MA

Program: B.A., Criminal Justice (Pre Law Track)  

Favorite class or professor? My favorite classes would have to be Social Political Philosophy by Professor Melissa Fitzpatrick and Intro to Criminology by Kristin Bullwinkel. Both classes are amazing and really opened my eyes to how education is more than the content of the lesson plan and are taught by two kind and strong women that I'm glad I got to meet! 

Why does the Woods College work for you? Since attending, one of the biggest strengths would be the flexibility. There were times with COVID that I needed to go at a different pace than my peers to balance work and school life. I found that the flexibility here allows me to go the pace that is healthy for me but to also feel like i'm not lagging behind due to the strong advising system. Additionally, it has allowed me to get involved on campus being an RA, joining the Asian Caucus eboard and AHANA Pre-Law Student Association, and much more! 

Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas

Favorite course or professor? My favorite course so far was Management Theory and Organizational Behavior. The class allowed me to leverage the skills I learned in the course and incorporate the concepts in my day-to-day work in the military.

Why does the Woods College work for you? The flexibility, in-depth curriculum, and feeling of community of this online program are some of the unique qualities of the Boston College Master of Healthcare Administration.

Hometown: Boston, Massachusetts (originally from Punjab, India)

Favorite course or professor? Health Ethics and Law. I was drawn to the course material as legal and ethical issues within the healthcare sector are at the forefront during the global pandemic we are living through. Every week we had insightful discussions in class about some of the most pressing healthcare issues facing the world. The professor created such an open and collegial class atmosphere that made it easy to engage and learn.

Why does the Woods College work for you? The curriculum is academically rigorous, the faculty are world-class subject matter experts, the program staff are friendly and helpful, and the program is designed in a way that allows students to not only survive but thrive. I have a full-time job and am a mother to an infant, yet I still look forward to class every week because the school creates such a fun and productive atmosphere to come and learn.

Hometown: I grew up in Hopkinton, MA and have lived in Northborough, MA for 27 years.

Major: Social Science/B.A.

Why Woods College? I began taking college courses 30 years ago and am excited at the prospect of earning a college degree at this time in my life. With the flexible schedule available at the Woods College, I am able to work full time, attend class, and be supportive to my family. I appreciate the support from the Woods College community and Boston College Connell School of Nursing, where I have worked for 12 years.

What has been your favorite class or professor? I have enjoyed all the classes I have taken at the Woods College. Having said that, I would have to say my favorite class is Ethics with Professor Severson. Professor Severson is engaging and creates an online environment that feels like you are in a traditional classroom. The group of students in my current ethics class are passionate, encouraging and show great concern for others. I am honored to be included in meaningful discussions and have learned a great deal. 

Hometown: Melrose, MA

Program: B.A., Psychology 

Favorite class or professor? This is a tough question, but I would have to say Global Literature with Professor Sarr. The books my classmates and I read were interesting and  allowed us to vicariously travel through the books, (considering that we could not safely travel at the time due to COVID restrictions) and understand the different experiences of the characters from different parts of the world. The course was not structured in the typical way of answering specific questions about the reading material. Most of the questions were applicable to real life situations and it allowed us to become more open-minded to the way others think and live outside of Western society. Additionally, answering these types of questions allowed us to apply our external studies and experiences and share our different perspectives with each other for a more holistic comprehension of the books read.

Why does the Woods College work for you? The Woods College works for me because of the flexibility it provides. The courses are held once a week. Woods College also provides the option to enroll in day school courses. I am able to work while in school and the undergraduate academic journey is essentially at my own pace. At the Woods College, I feel less pressure to obtain my B.A in the standard rate of four years. Furthermore, it allows me to enjoy the process of learning more and really cherish the time I have left! 

Hometown: Braintree, MA

Program: Corporate Systems/Finance

What has been your favorite class/professor? Practical logic with professor Colin Connors. This class helped me build a strong foundation for my ideas, opinions, and beliefs. I find myself looking for valid statements to back-up my points of view even after I finished the class.

Why Woods? With the Woods College I can work full time during the day while pursuing a higher education at night and even Saturdays. This allows me to prepare myself so I can contribute to society at a different level.