Student Testimonials
A variety of programs and service create the vibrant campus experience here at Immaculata University (IU). Students are involved in creating their university experience by becoming affiliated with a club or organization, an athletic team, through campus ministry and a variety of other campus leadership opportunities. The out-of-class experience is important and students are encouraged to get involved. Here is what Immaculatan’s are saying about their IU experience.
Paul McAndrew
Programming Board, Modern Foreign Language Association, Phi Alpha Theta, Campus Ministry, Search I and II Retreats, Freshmen Retreat, Education Council, Teacher Education Sub-Committee, Mascot Team (Mac Pack), Student Admissions Representative, IU Honor Society
My IU Experience has really changed me as a person, both mentally and socially. When I first came to Immaculata from my high school, I was a shy and quiet individual, save for when I was with my closest friends. Also, I really did not step out of my comfort zone often and step up to leadership positions as much as I could have. When I arrived, I immediately clung to one of my acquaintances from high school, and though we are excellent friends today, by no means is she the only one I talk to and hang out with. The catalyst that really took me out of my shell at Immaculata was Novaremus, a retreat for freshmen that I attended at the beginning of my first spring semester. There, I spent some time with and became friends with every single one of the retreats through a weekend of prayer, reflection, and fun. In addition, the leaders who gave the talks, who were upper classmen, gave me some inner momentum to change who I was. Over that weekend, I slowly became a more social person as I began to extend my group of friends. That spark helped me to become more social, learn how to become a leader (I led that same retreat the next year), and made me find the person I am today. Through this and all my experiences at Immaculata, I have learned who I truly am and I have not regretted making my decision to come here ever since.
I think that it is crucial to be involved within the university. I suggest that a new freshman try anything that slightly appeals to their interest. I got involved in stage crew my first semester, and while I did not continue the activity, I put myself out there into the unknown. While many freshmen don’t know the students around them when they arrive, getting involved at Immaculata helps break down the barrier of awkwardness and gets you to know your fellow students. The same thing happened to everyone I know who got involved in at least one activity, so it’s bound to be true for any student who does the same.Video Interview
Jeffrey J. DiGiacomo
Golf Team, Resident Assistant,
Mac Mentor, Intramurals,
Brother of the TKS Fraternity, Housing Project Assistant (summer job),
New Student Orientation
My Immaculata experience has been a time of growing, change, becoming a stronger person and figuring out what I want to do in the future. When you are at Immaculata, you know everyone as if they were part of your family. I have had tons of great experiences at IU, but by far my favorite is going to sporting events with all my friends making as much noise as possible to cheer our athletes on and that includes volleyball and tennis; my friends and I do not miss out on any sport so expect us there at all times.
Being a resident assistant on campus, I got a great sense of leadership and teamwork roles that affected me tremendously as a person and prepared me for my future career. You earn a great understanding of different cultures, lifestyles, and where people come from. My IU experience has made me truly who I am today and I would not change it for the world. It has been a time and place for challenging myself through extremes that I thought I would never pass by. My IU experience is a thrill that will keep on rolling to the day I graduate.
Sitting in your room is not an option at school. Get out of your room, check out back campus and come with an open mind. Be a part of the Immaculata University family, and get involved, do not hold anything back. Voice your ideas, opinions and things you would like to see. If I could tell you one thing that has made me who I am today, it was without a doubt becoming a leader here at Immaculata. It’s a rush and responsibility that will make you grow as a person. Start a club or try something new that you usually wouldn’t do. There is always something going on around campus: sporting events, Greek life, programming board, dances, and plenty more.