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This is a list of comments regarding the Physics program which were provided
on a survey of department alumni:
| "Villanova provided me with a great education that has led me to
positions at several companies (including DuPont for the past 20 years)
and I have had an opportunity to contribute over a wide range of
technologies including electronic components (thin film capacitors),
photovoltaic solar cells, conductive polymers, electrochromic displays,
optical storage, holographic materials and components, organic light
emitting displays and liquid crystal display components." |
"My undergraduate Physics degree provide a concrete foundation
which I rely heavily upon in my current position...I am glad I pursue
a B.S. in physics at Villanova."
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"The program at the Villanova Physics Department is very good.
Advanced degrees, particularly M.S. are desirable, at least for industry
related jobs."
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"A degree in Physics doesn't lock you into a Physics or even a
science career. My advice is to be open to all opportunities."
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"Physics education is a good background for continued learning
throughout your career."
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"While I am not employed in a 'physics' profession, my undergraduate
studies prepared me to be an effective 'problem solver'"
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"I found that having a degree from Villanova was a 'plus' factor in
gaining acceptance."
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"Physics is great preparation for an advanced business degree."
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"Outstanding faculty in the Physics and Astrophysics Departments."
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"Quantitative preparation is a big plus, and combination of science
with (current) health care business is very helpful."
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"VU education was an excellent preparation for graduate studies
at Cal Tech."
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"Education at Villanova was excellent."
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"Physics is great preparation for many different careers. Villanova's
physics program is very solid - you will be as well-prepared as any
graduate from any other school. Set a goal; work hard; have fun; be
successful and happy."
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"My broad education in physics gave me background for electrical,
mechanical, and chemical problems encountered in operating generating
stations."
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"Relatively small classes at Villanova allowed teacher-student interaction"
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"Although I did not pursue physics as a career, I consider the education
in it invaluable. The self assurance that if you can handle physics, you
can handle anything has been a major asset in my career."
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"Education at Villanova is generally very good as compared to other
places I've seen. A graduate degree in physics will continue to be
advantageous, even if, like myself, your career moves in unexpected
directions."
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"Be prepared to go on to graduate school"
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"For those physics majors who do not foresee a career in physics - don't
worry, the degree opens up a lot of doors."
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"I was pleasantly surprised at the attention I received from potential
advisors here at UCSB because of my physics background. Professors
with a variety of research interests in Mechanical Engineering were
looking to talk with me. I am very happy I chose physics as an
undergraduate and I am very glad that I chose Villanova."
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"Good undergraduate basics prepared me well for Ph.D. work."
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"Villanova experience was a great preparation for graduate school and
career."
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"I went to Villanova on a NROTC scholarship, and then to medical school
after the Navy. Science and Philosophy are a good background for anything."
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"Villanova gave me a good B.S. Physics preparation and liberal arts training."
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"Because of interest and opportunity, my career gravitated from physics to
software engineering. My physics education at Villanova prepared me well
for the scientific/engineering applications domains underlying my computer
work."
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