Just driving by you can feel the vibes radiating off of this place. In a place like Buffalo NY where there are two other large campuses it is kind of quaint to think that there could be a smaller private college like Canisius College. When you drive by it really has an ecclesiastical feel to it. It appears to be a place of focus and structure.
I went to Canisius for a 4 year triple major and I really enjoyed it. The classes are small and the professors actually care. It has a great business program, but there are a lot of gen-ed prereqs that you need to take which is somewhat of a shame. Highly recommend getting involved with groups and clubs though. Networking is one of the best things you can do. You will have some professors taking attendance, and I know, sounds a bit weird for college (especially because you are the one paying), but it only furthers the fact that the professors care. All of the professors have their doctorates and many have real-world business experience which is a big plus. Since graduating, I still keep in-touch with a few professors. You'll get as much out of it as you put in. If you try and sit back and be invisible, you won't get as much out of it. If you're actually active and participate in class, you're going to have a good and positive experience. I would recommend Canisius. Have made many life-long friendships with students as well as professors. Get involved though!
Campus is looking good day or night. I haven't been there since I was like 12 through 15 years old. In my youth I was among the very few people capable of swim a full length & a half underwater.
I am currently enrolled in the Graduate Education program at Canisius, seeking a Masters in English Education as well as an advanced TESOL certificate. I am writing this review because these reviews weighed heavily when I was deciding which program to attend last year. The teachers I have had here are all touch notch. They go above and beyond to make sure we have the tools we need to be effective in the classroom: a classroom that is becoming more diverse and challenging. Canisius is a college that cares about you as a person. They take into consideration your personal circumstances and really advocate for your success through how they put theory into practice. Not only are the teachers always available to help; but administration as well. I attended Boston College undergrad so I was also looking for the Jesuit spirit as well...I found it here. Hands down I would recommend this school. I am seeking dual certification - Ontario & NY - Canisius will help you with this process.
Love it here overall, but the student lounge in health science smells like urine and death again. I don't know who I should voice my concern to over this, so I'm hoping that saying this publicaly will eventually get it fixed when the right person sees it. The smell was a problem last year and now it's returned. I have heard other students say that two men urinated in the room, which has led to the odor. Please shampoo or replace the carpets.
From the day I stepped on campus I knew Canisius was going to be my home for four years of undergrad. The small classes helped me get to know a lot of my teachers on a personal level. I was able to be very involved in campus programming and I came out of my shell throughout my four years on campus. I was able to balance clubs, school and work study, while enjoying all of the activities that the school offered throughout the week.
Being in the heart of Buffalo provided a great opportunity for me to learn about a new city. I enjoyed the ability to take the subway into the city or drive a few minutes to Niagara Falls for a visit.
Go Griffs!
Excellent professors. They really take he time to prepare detailed lectures to make sure you learn the material. They also have open hours to go get help if you fall behind. Lots of options for food and a wide variety of clubs to join.
Very friendly staff and very organized. I love the energy
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