When Do Classes Really End?

Shortly after classes resumed after snow week, GW students were sent an e-mail about make-up classes. While many groaned at the thought of having classes on Saturday, they quickly put it to the back of their minds. Now as the end of the spring semester quickly approaches, there has been a lot of talk about these classes. When are they? How many Monday schedules are there in a row? Do I really have a class on Saturday?

The break down for the final week of classes is:
Monday, April 26- Monday schedule
Tuesday, April 27- Monday schedule
Wednesday, April 28- Monday schedule
Thursday, April 29- Tuesday schedule
Friday, April 30- Wednesday schedule
Saturday, May 1- Thursday schedule

Although all students received an e-mail regarding the schedule for make-up classes, many are still unsure if their professors are holding them. According to some GW students, some of their professors have not even acknowledged the make-up classes or they are even more confused about them than the students are.

Marisa Mammone, a sophomore, had to ask one of her Monday-Wednesday professors what the schedule was for the final week of classes, but the professor was unaware of the schedule changes and stated "I don't know, we'll just have class Monday and Wednesday." Mammone went on to explain that she does not have classes on Saturday because her professors were against the idea of having class on a weekend.

Many other students have had similar experiences as Mammone. Nicole Longo, also a GW student, says although most of her "professors are sticking to the new schedule", her Monday-Wednesday professors are not holding class on Tuesday.

Victoria Wright, who is currently taking six classes, has not experienced any cancellations. Not only does she have classes every day, but she has a quiz on Saturday. She finds it frustrating since finals start on Monday and this leaves her less time to devote to studying.

Professors have every right to hold classes according to the make-up schedule, but before setting your alarm for next week, be sure to find out when and where you actually need to be.