[Georgia Southern interview email? Should I just move on?]

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[Samford University- SLP Graduate School Interview]

Hi all!

I received an interview for Samford's SLP grad program. The email has a time slot from 1-5pm. Does anyone know if these interviews are actually nearly 4 hours or if maybe I'll receive another email closer to the date with a more specific time? I am also seeking any and all advice about interviews if you're willing to give it. 

Thanks!

[Samford University]

On 2/1/2018 at 8:59 PM, uncannywriter said:

Hello,

For those considering Samford University, I advise you with caution. The program is in crisis and there are a lot of concerns with the development of the program. I understand the stress of getting into an SLP program, I have been there and the struggle is REAL! Therefore, I know a class with be guaranteed for next semester. I do want to warn you. The program has recently lost 6 students in two semesters. They started with 23 and now only have 17. When you arrive for your interview they will inform you that they want you and they care about you. They will also sell you a line about how they want to keep their jobs and that is based on your success, unfortunately being successful in this program is difficult. I also want to remind you that per ASHA website there must be an 80% pass rate for students,17/23 (73%). Here are the reasons why I caution those who are considering this program. "God, Family, School" they will tell you is the most important aspect of the program. 

• They will not help you. 
  • If you have a question about a project, expect them to tell you that you are in grad school now and that is your decision. Or, they'll change the subject the day of and still expect it due. 
  • The rubric is not clear and that leads to confusion
  • Unfortunately, they told me in the interview that they have an open door policy. They do not have an open door policy. 
• Disorganized
  • They have different professors grading your assignments and even when you write down what the professor said, word for word, it is wrong. 
  • No clear answers from the professors
  • Grades are not submitted 
  • The tests are not based on notes. You will be literally given a test and have no idea what you are going to be tested on. It is a surprise. 
• Treat you like children
  • You may be 21+ but be expected to be treated like a child
• Bad clinical placement
  • They expect you to find your own clinic placement without any assistance. They do have a new DCE and he has been slightly helpful. 
  • They also do not tell you that if you want to work at the VA you are not able to do so because they are not an established program
  • SLP/SLP preceptors/SLP schools in Alabama know about Samford and their failures. I have a friend that is an SLP and spoke about how she knows several preceptors (mentors) that complain about the program and refuse to take Samford students. 
  • They are having difficulty with making contracts with schools. I have one classmate that has to drive an hour away from the home. Another classmate was placed two hours away from her home. She had to call a nearby school to get that situated. They were helpful when pushed to actually change her clinical placement, but she still had to go out of her way to change the situation. 
  • There is also difficulty in obtaining hours. 
• Do not listen to your concerns.
  • When you complain about a professor or discuss issues they will 'pretend' like they care. 
  • Also, for the teacher reviews at the end of the semester, they close it early so you can't review them. 
  • I had one classmate that spoke to her supervisor, head of the program, head of the department, and the dean of the program. Could you believe that nothing came from it? 

This school should be the last choice for you. Please ask me questions, I want to answer them and help you out. I do not want you to go to this program. I wish that you will go to any other school except this one. They care more about their new audiology program than the fact that they managed to lose 6 graduate students in two semesters. 

This is super interesting to hear.... do you know if there is any improvement on the program since 2018? Did you go to Samford and graduate from there? I just got an interview for later this month, so I would love to hear your insight. Thanks!