

Carthage students are passionate about what they study. With more than 40 majors and special programs available, it is hard to not find the one that is the perfect fit. Read what students have to say about some of our departments.
"Overall, my favorite art class was 20th Century American Art with Carolyn Hudson has been my favorite. Prof Hudson has a great teaching method and I grew to approach art differently after that class. I apply the theories to my everyday life." Read more ...
"I never expected that a smaller school was better for me. I love that I have made a lot of friends, and my teachers not only know my name, but go the extra mile to see me succeed. I like the smaller intimate classes. It helps me to learn from my peers." Read more ...
"... After taking 2D art sophomore year, I realized it was the first class I truly devoted my time and energy to. It was the first class I really loved. I was also informed of the many career options possible by studying studio art." Read more ...
"It does not matter how much talent you have in art, everyone is an artist. As long as you put effort and time into a piece, the message will come out in the end." Read moreĀ ...
"I worked for the Chicago Bears athletic training staff over the summer. … I got to travel to Denver and Buffalo for their games and I worked on the sidelines for their home games. This, by far, has been the best AT experience I've had." Read more ...
"Making yourself known and showing that you’re enthusiastic and dedicated to your work is the easiest way to become successful in this program." Read more ...
"I like the fact that the students and professors of the Biology Department work closely together both inside and outside of the classroom." Read more ...
"Nicaragua was life-changing. You get to help out in clinics right alongside doctors and experience an amazing culture. Through trips like these, and even just experiences in the classroom, you get to know your professors extremely well." Read more ...
"Carthage provides the unique opportunity to develop close relationships with your professors. I knew that I would be able to rely on my professors for help when I needed it and for challenges when I felt up to it." Read more ...
Kelsey Blumer decided to study biology because she wanted to make a difference in the lives of others."Carthage provided the opportunities and skills to help me succeed with that goal." Read more ...
"All of the professors have been extremely approachable and easily accessible. I have found that all of the professors in the science departments seem to have my best interests in mind." Read more ...
"I have had professors flat-out tell me that the textbook is already outdated and go on to talk about what employers are looking for now or the issues they are currently facing." Read more ...
Brad hopes that with a double major in environmental science and marketing, he will be able to teach the world about sustainable practices. Read more ...
"My favorite spot on campus is the labs. I am always in the labs, but that doesn't bother me. I like doing experiments and discovering new things." Read more ...
"If you are looking for a small and supportive department with lots of faculty contact, this is the school for you." Read more ...
"The professors and students interact a lot, and there is a sense of community within the department." Read more ...
"The department feels like a large family," she said. "This allows for communication among the students regardless of class standing and provides a support system for students academically but sometimes emotionally as well." Read more ...
"The opportunities afforded to Classics students — including studies overseas, hands-on training and compelling classes — make for a dynamic college experience." Read more ...
Emily hopes to take full advantage of the possibilities of travel found at Carthage, and hopes to participate in an Oxford study abroad and the Omrit J-Term dig in Israel. Read more ...
"Both in German and archaeology the willingness to learn is what separates you from the others. That might sound uninteresting and a little daunting, but when you find something you like, you enjoy it." Read more ...
"If you like being challenged academically, try Great Ideas and Classics. Together they are a very intensive program that encourages you to know at least three languages before graduation." Read more ...
"I have had some really wonderful conversations with friends and professors that have encouraged me to think about things that I would have never even thought of on my own." Read more ...
"Each class I have taken I have learned so much. Rather than memorizing a list of typefaces or Adobe commands, I learn the fundamentals of the field and of design, which is a lot more rewarding." Read more ...
"Academically, I had heard from many of my teachers in high school that Carthage was a 'hidden Ivy League' school and that it would prepare me far more than any other school could do for me with the small class sizes and distinguished faculty." Read moreĀ ...
"Carthage is not only a place to get an exceptional education, but it also provides an environment of creativity and community that makes for an unforgettable college experience." Read more ...
"I think knowing that I got the most out of my education and overall experience at Carthage will be the most satisfying moment of all." Read more ...
"I decided to become a computer scientist because I had such a strong passion toward the subject." Read more ...
"Find a minor that you enjoy that supplements computers. It will broaden what you can do with computers and ultimately make you more marketable." Read more ...
"If I could sum up Carthage student life into a motto it would be: 'Meet new people, do new things.'" Read more ...
"When there are only six other people in your class, you learn a lot more. You learn the subject more deeply, and you can ask more questions because you aren't competing with 30 other raised hands." Read more ...
Cassandra appreciates the fact that the Computer Science Department is smaller so she has a better chance to get to know her professors and classmates. Read more ...
"Favorite spot on campus? In all honesty, my dorm room. Whether it's to study or hang out with my friends, nothing beats the comfort of my own space." Read more ...
"Biggest surprises so far? How much I've accomplished in such a short amount of time, how amazing the teaching staff is, how much I'm going to miss Carthage next year after I graduate." Read more ...
"Favorite class? Software Design and Development. It is as close to the real-world as you can possibly be." Read more ...
"Classes with Prof. Matthews are always lively, since he mixes real life experiences with the material, making the information so much more accessible." Read more ...
"Favorite spot on campus? Anywhere on campus that you can see (or hear) the waves hitting the shore. It's peaceful, especially during finals week!" Read more ...
"Being part of the Mock Trial Team has been a great experience and helped me understand how the legal system functions through the eyes of lawyers." Read more ...
"My life goal has always been to help people. I realized that economics gave me the ability to make a difference." Read more ...
"I feel like some prospective students of economics are discouraged from the study because they're 'afraid' of math." Read more ...
"If you see a professor walking around campus, they will stop and talk to you, even if you haven't had them since you were a freshman and now you're a senior. They are genuinely interested in your success." Read more ...
"The (Economics) Department is really strong in communicating with students, especially when applying current economic events to subject material" Read more ...
"Professors make themselves available to help students in any way possible." Read more ...
"The connection professors had with their students and the small class sizes are what really drew me to the program. ... It's very comforting knowing my professors are familiar with my career path and they will be there to back me up in the future.." Read more ...
"The experience I have gained so far in lesson plan writing and methods of teaching is beyond what I expected." Read more ...
"The experience I am getting in the field is far beyond what I had expected. When I am finished with my courses, I know I will feel well-equipped to student-teach because of the experiences Carthage has provided for me." Read more ...
"The Education Department is one of the largest departments at Carthage. That being said, I have never felt like a mere number or some student." Read more ...
"The Education Department has met all of my expectations." Read more ...
"I would wish to have an impact in as many of my future students’ lives and be that teacher that they come back and visit to say I made a difference." Read more ...
"We have an outstanding group of professors who will go out of their way to make sure that you understand the material, and that you are getting the most out of your Carthage education, both in and out of the classroom, which I think is a rarity when attending a school of this caliber." Read more ...
"I have so many different interests, but going to Carthage, I knew that I would have the opportunity to try each before I decided what I really wanted to do." Read more ...
"Don’t be afraid of physics. It’s tough, but the teachers are there to get you through until you graduate." Read more ...
"Professors want to hear what students have to say and students want to participate, so we end up having really enlightening and entertaining classes." Read more ...
"I always feel like my professors actually care how I'm doing — and more importantly, what I'm thinking about." Read more ...
"When I started at Carthage, I had all the same fears that any incoming freshman has: Will I be good enough? What if this is too hard? But as it turns out, if you love what you're doing, the results show." Read more ...
"I loved the feeling of the small class sizes; I feel there is much more room to grow when I can express myself to professors and my peers in class." Read more ...
"ScienceWorks has made me more professional in understanding the full aspects of planning the development of a business." Read more ...
"I really enjoy the broad spectrum covered in environmental science because I think it is so important to not only learn about my major but about all of the environmental issues around the world." Read more ...
"I have had so many opportunities to connect with professors and other students at Carthage. Every one of them has taken the time to get to know me personally." Read more ...
"The environmental science student has the opportunity to practice what is taught in the classroom, right outside of their door." Read more ...
Zawadi said the research opportunities afforded to undergraduate students at Carthage is one of the College’s greatest strengths. Read more ...
"The biggest surprise for me at Carthage was that if you had the initiative to test your own experiment design, the Carthage professors were there to support you." Read more ...
"My goal is to become a successful teacher from whom my students can learn a lot, not only about physical education and health, but life." Read more ...
"We have professors who are passionate and love what they do. They make geography fun and interesting. The professors definitely make our program great." Read more ...
"To me, history and geography go hand in hand. I usually don't see a huge distinction between the two, as everything that happens throughout history has its own geography and aspects of geography are historical in and of themselves." Read more ...
Career goal? "Since starting my studies, I have appreciated both the physical and human sides of geography. I would like to do something to combine these two traits to see how humans impact the physical world. This will probably include research and I am considering teaching so I never have to leave school!" Read more ...
Favorite professor? Julio Rivera. "He has been very influential in my life and my decision to pursue a career in geography." Read more ...
Favorite class? "Meteorology was a very fun course to take. Professor Zorn made class fun every day and it was very interesting and useful material to learn." Read more ...
"The classes in Great Ideas took me one step further into a more abstract realm that made it difficult to get mental satisfaction out of courses with solid answers and subject matter." Read more ...
"My biggest surprise is constantly how interested professors and my boss are in me and my opinions. These incredibly intelligent people are ready and willing to listen to what I have to say. It is always one of my favorite surprises." Read more ...
"I have had some really wonderful conversations with friends and professors that have encouraged me to think about things that I would have never even thought of on my own." Read more ...
"When looking for a college I was searching for one that would encourage me to expand my understanding of the world and challenge me. I believed that Carthage would be able to provide the experience for which I was searching." Read more ...
"The History Department as a whole is able to create parallels into other subject areas outside of traditional history." Read more ...
"History degrees are one of the most universal degrees to have. It means you can write well, discuss and analyze information. You can do almost anything with a degree in History." Read more ...
"I decided to change my major to IPE because it was something I knew I could thrive in and the different components of the major are very interesting to learn about." Read more ...
"I have always enjoyed working with numbers and the problem-solving that is required in mathematics. When I realized that you could make a good wage doing it, I was sold."
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"If you don't do well in a math class here, it's your own fault, because the professors will do everything they can to help you understand." Read more ...
"I've really become interested in applying mathematics to the finance realm, specifically investing and trading,” says Austin, who is majoring in mathematics and finance." Read more ...
Amber Bakkum and four other Carthage students from the Carthage Microgravity Team took part in a zero gravity flight at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. Amber is part of Carthage's new dual-degree medical physics program in partnership with Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago. Read more ...
"I knew that if I knew Chinese I would have a better chance of getting jobs because it is such a worldwide language," she said. "I also love any language and Chinese was one that I wanted to learn." Read more ...
"The biggest surprise to me is how much I have learned — not only academically, but also personally. I am a better person now than I was two years ago." Read more ...
By studying both Chinese and Spanish, John said that when he graduates, he will have learned three of the most important languages in the world. Read more ...
"The Chinese program is filled with professors who enjoy teaching their students the language." Read more ...
"When all of my classmates were complaining about conjugating verb after verb, I loved it," says Leslie, who plans to teach French someday. Read more ...
"I never realized how many doors are opened through studying abroad. Living in another culture, you become part of it, and are no longer a tourist." Read more ....
"Since I have become a French major, I have formed relationships with people from Congo, Normandy, Columbia, Rwanda, Spain, Germany, and other places." Read more ...
By studying both French and English, Emily has been able to mature as a writer. Read more ...
"The Modern Language Department truly has made my learning experience an enjoyable one, and I can't image going to any other college because I'm afraid I'll be disappointed in this aspect." Read more ...
"Both in German and archaeology the willingness to learn is what separates you from the others. That might sound uninteresting and a little daunting, but when you find something you like, you enjoy it." Read more ...
Karin Wirth was raised with a rich German Heritage, which led to her love of the language. She is also a DAAD scholarship winner and a tutor for the Modern Languages department. Read more ...
"The department is aware of the importance of having native speakers, not only for the language aspect but also to correctly represent the cultures. The Target Language Experts are an amazing addition to the Modern Language Department." Read more ...
"The openness of the professors and their willingness to help struggling students" are among the Modern Language Department's biggest strengths. Read more ...
Ronald is pursuing a minor in German, after studying the language since kindergarten. Read more ...
"I think it builds confidence when you can casually chat with your professors outside of the classroom without feeling awkward." Read more ...
"Wang Sensei is probably my favorite professor. She is strict but very kind, and she cares for her student's education" Read more ...
"The Japanese program creates a really tight-knit family for those who continue past the 102 class." Read more ...
"Our businesses are becoming more global by the day, and Japan is one of the top countries America does business with. I want to be as prepared as possible when it comes to doing business with Japan." Read more ...
"Having two languages makes me valuable to a company that does business abroad. Chinese and Spanish are so different, it is hard to confuse them while speaking." Read more ...
"It's difficult to really learn a language if you don't actually use it. Studying abroad is the only way to really immerse yourself in it entirely." Read more ...
"Carthage really became my second home and all the people here have become my second family." Read more ...
"Traveling is my passion in life, and with this school I got the opportunity to not only travel once in college, but multiple times without falling behind in any of my classes." Read more ...
"The drive and passion of my peers is a great strength. However, it is also the passion that I see out of every professor that really strengthens and supports all of us." Read more ...
"I have a great relationship with all of my teachers. I have grown so much as a singer and performer because of them." Read more ...
Read about students studying Music Theatre and Opera at Carthage.
"The Neuroscience Program, with the wonderful opportunities it offered, was the key deciding factor for me." Read more ...
"I wanted to be a name, not a number, and have the ability to talk with my professors when needed; Carthage gives me that." Read more ...
"Not many students can do surgery on a rat at age 19. Carthage's Neuroscience Program gives students unique opportunities like this to engage in hands-on learning, conduct research and develop skills that will aid in any health or research career." Read more ...
"I think the department's strength is that they are able to provide the undergraduate student with experience in research projects that are typically only available at a graduate level." Read more ...
"Neuroscience is perfect for me. ... I am fascinated by the brain and its capacity for so many things." Read more ...
"Favorite professor? Dan Miller. He truly believes in his students, and is brilliant (and hilarious) to boot." Read more ...
"I loved all the hands-on experiences we had using various neuroscience techniques, including surgery, behavioral data collection, euthanasia and histology. There were some weeks that I chose to attend more than my required lab section because I found the laboratory time very enjoyable." Read more ...
"Carthage is one of the only schools in Wisconsin that offers neuroscience as a major." Read more ...
"Philosophy really develops one's own intellectual skills. You learn to think from various perspectives." Read more ...
"Because of the usual small class sizes, Carthage is a great place for close and intense learning, but also extremely fun and exciting downtime." Read more ...
"Philosophical conversations are when I think most people really think about themselves as humans, what it means to be human, how to live their lives. ...I want to understand my life, why I'm here, why anything is here." Read more ...
"The flexibility of a philosophy major allows one to specialize in areas of great importance. ... Next year I'll be attending the University of Chicago Law School." Read more ...
"Carthage's Physics Department is more than I had hoped for," she said. "It has given me numerous opportunities to participate in research activities that I would not have had at another school." Read more ...
"Favorite class? Hands down, Observational Astrophysics. I learned so much during that course — from all about how telescopes work, to how to operate a professional 61" Kuiper telescope, to how to compile images." Read more ...
"Favorite professor? Professor Arion, because he is like a big kid. He loves to show off his toys and he will do just about anything for you to help enhance your physics and Carthage experience." Read more ...
"Physics is not for people who want an easy ticket; it is hard. But persevere." Read more ...
"Don’t be afraid of physics. It’s tough, but the teachers are there to get you through until you graduate." Read more ...
"Carthage is providing me an environment where I realize I could go on and do even greater things, and giving me the confidence and determination I need to do so." Read more ...
The summer after his freshman year, Douglas had the chance to participate in Carthage's Summer Undergraduate Research Experience program. Read more ...
"I love the political science department because it is really flexible and allows you a lot of freedom to study what you are interested in." Read more ...
"My favorite class thus far would have to be Introduction to Political Theory with Prof. Kirkland. It was truly a pivotal class in my life, for it was what motivated me to switch to studying political science and, specifically, theory." Read more ...
"Political science is a major that is so rich and so multifaceted. It is evolving and changing all the time, and it has an incredible impact on how we go about our everyday lives." Read more ...
"Academically, I had heard from many of my teachers in high school that Carthage was a 'hidden Ivy League' school and that it would prepare me far more than any other school could do for me with the small class sizes and distinguished faculty." Read more ...
"Carthage’s focus is continually on the students. The professors are very willing to work one-on-one with students and help them grow as individuals as well as academically." Read more ...
"If you are willing to let yourself learn and grow as a student, the Political Science Department will help shape you into a well-rounded individual with skills that are not found everywhere." Read more ...
This summer, Claire's political science studies will take her all the way to Rennes, France, where she’ll work for the U.S. Department of State at the American Presence Post, a branch of the U.S. Embassy. Read more ...
"The department has a very diverse set of professors. No matter what you are interested in, there is a professor who will have some experience or knowledge about any given topic." Read more ...
"Nearly all of my political science classes have had ten or less people in them, which has allowed me to receive personal attention and participate on a level that would have never been possible at a larger school." Read more ...
"The faculty is very dedicated and you cannot go wrong there. They will fight for you and have provided extremely beneficial in class and out of class learning." Read more ...
"The thing I love most about Carthage is the feeling of community. Even as I learn to think and act as an individual, Carthage has also taught me the importance of being a part of something bigger than myself." Read more ...
"The professors, especially in the Natural Sciences Division, make it a point to have time for their students and to just enjoy each other. Their doors are always open for academic help, or just to talk away the day." Read more ...
Advice for students considering Carthage for pre-health: "Be on the lookout for opportunities because they are many opportunities that people overlook. There are lots of things to get involved in if you keep your eyes open." Read more ...
"We aren't being taught by teacher aides, or by another student with a hundred other students trying to obtain the same information. We are being taught by professors, in classrooms with no more than 30 students." Read more ...
"My career at Carthage helped secure me a spot at the Future Scholars Visitation Program at the University of Georgia Athens. Out of 200 applicants, I was one of the 40 chosen to be a part of the program." Read more ...
"Because we're such a small school, there are so many opportunities for leadership experiences, which I find amazing." Read more ...
Carthage's psychology program so far has been more than she could have hoped for, especially the one-on-one contact with faculty and the research opportunities. Read more ...
Favorite professor: "Ingrid Tiegel. She is socially aware and knowledgeable, which makes learning interesting." Read more ...
"Be open to other perspectives than your own and prepare to learn, maybe even debate, and most importantly, make connections from your experiences to that of your peers." Read more ...
"Regardless of what religion you are, I think it is important to know what other people believe and why." Read more ...
"I liked the variety available in the religion courses. The flexibility in the Religion Department is definitely a plus." Read more ...
"No two religion majors will graduate from Carthage with the same course history because we are given so many choices and are allowed to choose the classes that most interest us while remaining within the guidelines of our curriculum." Read more ...
"I've always considered religion to be an excellent way to try and understand people." Read more ...
"The program has afforded me many opportunities for personal growth — opportunities for leadership, challenging my values and beliefs, and learning more about my projected profession are all a part of that." Read more ...
"In a lot of my classes, I have done projects that provided me with opportunities to get out in the community and conduct first-hand research." Read more ...
"It is nice to know that a professor actually cares about you and wants to help in any possible way." Read more ...
"The beauty of the internships that you get through the social work program is that they lean toward the career that you want to pursue." Read more ...
"You get involved right away through going out to see different agencies for observation hours." Read more ...
"Carthage's social work program has all the support and resources I need to greatly succeed. It more then adequately prepares you for the next step in your future." Read more ...
"The Sociology Department has many knowledgeable professors who are always willing to help." Read more ...
"I guess the easiest way to explain it is that theatre is a passion, and the people involved in it are passionate about it." Read more ...
"The biggest and most rewarding surprise I have found at Carthage has been the educational interaction with professional theatre artists who are currently leading and shaping the theatre stages I hope to work on one day." Read more ...
"I just can't imagine studying anything better than life and people," he says. "It is never ending, always challenging, and gives so much back to me. I learn more about myself and more about life with every role I take. It is the ultimate challenge that yields the ultimate reward." Read more ...