George Williams College of Aurora University — Local services in Williams Bay

I was enrolled in the BSW program for my junior year from 2021-2022. I commuted and did not live on campus. I am transferring to a new college.

The best part of this college is the professors; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and success. They are good people with good hearts. Unfortunately, at least half of my professors seemed unprepared to teach (meanwhile the other half were truly amazing with a wealth of information). Despite having career credentials, it didn't always translate to academic expertise. Some professors seemed like they were just reading the books along with me and it was their first time teaching. Overall, the BSW program lacked academic vigor and overly focused on soft-skills. It was easy to get A's without learning much. I'm frankly worried about some of the students that will end up as social workers.

The campus/student body is very small. The grounds are well maintained and pretty, but with so few buildings it feels constrictive. Leaving campus doesn't offer escape as the surrounding area is very rural without much social activity. There is virtually no social-scene at GWC. Students are overall friendly (I met some great people), but with so few students it feels limited.

The worst part of GWC is the non-academic/student life administration. I was heavily involved in clubs and student council until I realized the admin were not on my side. They do not listen to or advocate for students. They are extremely concerned with image and protect it at all costs. Concerns raised by students get covered up, ignored, or worse. For voicing my concerns with admin about them being overly controlling with student clubs (having to approve every pin, t-shirt, flyer, participant, ect.), I was challenged to step down from leadership. I requested to meet with admin on three occasions to reach a resolution and was ignored every time. Another student who tried to voice an concern about a food staff member making inappropriate comments was told to stop bringing it up and "it isn't your place", despite being on the student council.

I do not recommend GWC. Many students don't want to be there and only stay for the good financial aid. It wasn't a terrible experience, but there wasn't much to make me...

The school is deceitful and does not take the extra steps to help the students. George Williams College is an after thought of Aurora University. The course work and education was not worth the cost or time even if you receive scholarships for the school. Students physical health was not a concern to the president. If we wanted to use the services Aurora University provided we needed to travel there on our own. There was no on campus nurse or gym. The administrative staff could get away with anything that they want to without consequences. I am sad to be a George Williams College Alumni. I do not take pride in my school. I wish I could give George Williams College below 1 Star. If you are looking for a school to go to, to prepare you for the work force, that cares about you, and is honest with you. George Williams College is not the...

Veteran and student. This is a school that strides to make you the best student that you are willing to be. I like that I am able to have conversations with my professors and that I am not regurgitating information. In several of my classes we have done hands on learning utilizing Lake Geneva and other preserves in Walworth county. I thought I was going to have issues using my G.I. Bill but I did not. I have good grades from my community college and received scholarships to compensate for what the G.I. was unable to cover. The biggest draw back is the sad of gym we have on campus but since I am an adult I have figured out ways to overcome this issue. Altogether this is a great school for me because I know the education I am receiving is another step to where I want...