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Current Students
“The Corrick Center is a second chance for students who don’t do well in high school. Overall the classes are challenging. I was struggling with a math class and Professor Ng would help me for a whole hour after class, simplifying every detail so that I could understand. The teachers are there for you 100 percent, no matter what they’re doing.”
Kyle Ames, Finance
Fargo, N.D.
“I was a little nervous about the Corrick Center until I realized that the classes will work with my major and apply toward my degree. After spending time at the Corrick Center, I’ve become more comfortable in college life and my place on campus. As a peer mentor I help advise freshmen, show them how to register, and work with faculty on projects. I’ve developed a personal relationship with Dr. Rowse and Dr. Gess, and I feel like when I’m done with college I can go to her for recommendations.”
Breanna Rubertus, Accounting
Mapleton, N.D.
“MSUM is the right fit for me. What I like most about campus is the layout—everything is easy to get to. My biggest fear coming into college was being in a classroom with 200 people. I've never had to be in a class that large because of the Corrick Center, where classes are 20-25 students. It’s the perfect size. The transition to courses outside of the Corrick Center was easy and exciting.”
Laura Benz, Elementary Education
Fargo, N.D.
“At first I was a little confused and nervous about the Corrick Center because I didn’t fully understand it. But it’s sort of a college transitional program—a way to ease into the college environment so you don’t get behind, lost or off track. It’s a wonderful program. I really love this school and what it’s done for me.”
David Juarez, Art Education
St. Paul, Minn.
“I’m not enrolled at the Corrick Center, but some professors suggested I take a personal development course to enhance my communication skills. By improving my professional skills I’ve developed more credibility and therefore will be more effective working with my peers and my future students. I like that faculty members try to understand your present skill level, they walk you through the course, an in the end you to get to a higher level of achievement.”
Bill Fonseth, Special Education
Frazee, Minn.
“The Corrick Center has peer tutors for math and writing. I’m much more comfortable with the opportunity to get help all in one place and by students like myself who have experience at the Corrick Center. It makes me feel confident in what I can do.”
Dominick Baker, Undecided
Los Angeles, Calif.
Alumni
“The one-on-one attention I received from my Corrick Center faculty advisor was unprecedented. Jarilyn got me on the right path and into the appropriate classes so I could succeed. The faculty remained a constant force throughout my college career. Every day that I sit at my desk I am thankful for the education I received at MSUM.”
Derek Homquist, Graphic Communications
Web Coordinator, Mosaic
Plymouth, Minn.
“The Corrick Center professors give support academically and emotionally. Being involved in leadership roles on the Student Activities Committee taught me to be a leader, a follower and a team player. I brought those experiences with me to my job and I use the things I learned every day.”
Joy Rice, Criminal Justice, Sociology Minor
Shelter Director, Churches United for the Homeless
Moorhead, Minn.