Testimonials
 “When I enrolled in Superior Edge, I did not know what to expect or gain from it. I was hesitant to enroll in it at first. After my orientation session, I was still not sure of what to make of the program. I knew that I would be able to complete all of the edges and like I was told in the orientation session, you basically get credit for what you are already doing. I feel that this program is very helpful and will help students by encouraging participation in the four aspects of the edges. I really enjoy the fact that all the edges are different and encompass all aspects of college life.”
~Alan Donaldson |
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~Amanda Kaminski |
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~Amy Jo Chick |
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~Kady Adams |
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~Eric Schmoldt |
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I know my accomplishments will benefit me in the future. I’ve already been in job interviews where we didn’t discuss my GPA or selected minors, but we talk about my experience with the Hurricane Katrina Relief work I did or the outcome of the campaign I did for the Boys and Girls club. Since Superior Edge has four different edges that I needed to complete to receive the Superior Edge, it is a guarantee I’ll have a vast amount of experience and diverse volunteer/leadership portfolio.” ~Julie Rueden |
“Before I completed this edge, my expectations included volunteering in community-based programs in order to become a better citizen. But as I completed more and more hours of this edge, I learned that it wasn’t only so I could become a better citizen, it was to help the community and also help other people become better citizens.”
“When I transferred to Northern, I simply expected to complete my bachelor's degree. I did not know that coming here, going through the social work program, and having these experiences would change my life forever. I would say, without a doubt, that this edge has definitely exceeded my personal expectations.”
“When I started the Leadership Edge, I expected to have a few small leadership roles throughout my time at Northern. However, I ended up in a multitude of leadership roles! My experiences rose way about my expectations. I discovered that practice makes perfect. The more leadership roles I took, the more confident I became. My experiences were also quite varied – from leadership roles with college-aged students to elementary-aged students to those with disabilities. This is what I would recommend to others – don’t just spend all your time in one leadership activity, participate in as many as you can. A variety of experiences is important because each new situation will force you to alter your technique and develop new ways to reach your goals, which is important in developing the qualities of a leader.”
“I have learned about how business is done on a small scale in real life. I have learned firsthand that it’s not always cut and dry like it is in the textbook that I have for class.”
“I know that without the volunteer and community involvement I had over the past four years, I would not feel confident about graduating. The out-of-classroom activities are just as important, if not more to me, because that is where I really tested my knowledge and skills of what I learned in the classroom….