Chicago State University Employer Reviews

A typical day at work would include answering mainline phones/routing calls, checking inventory of supplies and going over the budget for line items. On occasion it would require communicating with various departments in which to complete our departmental functions (i.e. finance, provosts office, etc.). Management was a joy to work with, and very inspiring – more... to me as well.

On this job I learned how to do budget transfers, and gained more insight on operating a grant funded program. The hardest part of the job was having to spend long hours at special events sometimes. On the other hand, the most enjoyable part of the job was my co-workers, and being the first line person with which clients would interact. First impressions are everything, and I enjoyed being the representative of our organization. I also enjoyed being somewhat of a hub for my co-workers as well, since I kept records of schedules and appointments. Being results-driven, I mostly reveled in a job well-done. – less

Typical day at work consist of in-person, e-mail and phone inquiries, processing incoming documents--loan applications and verification documents--including inputs and outputs in Banner. Solely responsible for daily processing and monitoring of all withdrawn students for Return of Title IV for the university, troubleshoot students with difficult (outside – more... the norm) situations pertaining to financial aid.

I've learned that no two students are alike, to have patience, compassion and respect for others. To be detailed oriented and document records very well.

Management sorely lacking in leadership skills, yet I have some of the best co-workers around. We are family.

The hardest part of my job is trying to do my job effectively whilst dealing with being micro-managed by upper management and being overlooked with ideas and input.

The most enjoyable part of my job are my co-workers and the students I serve. I really do enjoy assisting others in making a difference in their lives and resolving problems. – less

A typical day at work for me is pretty smooth. I would deal with a few lockouts and let residents into their rooms. I also dealt with roommate disputes and have to mediate resolutions with them. All emergencies are handled through me as well. What I learned from working there is how to deal with a diversity group of people. Not everyone deals with every – more... thing the same. My co-workers are awesome people to work with. The hardest part of my job was waking up after being asleep and had to deal with any situation I was presented with. The most enjoyable part of my job was the student to student interaction. – less

Obtained caller's name and arranged for appointment with person called upon.
 Answered inquiries from persons entering establishment.
 Provided information regarding activities and location of departments, offices and employees within organization.

I got to work at 8am in the morning. Cleaned my work environment, and say hello to my colleagues at work. Said thank you prayer to God for giving me the job. Checked my daily work routine, and what we did yesterday before I started today's job. Started the day job and stay focused. Worked alongside my fellow staffs, because I am pretty easy to work – more... with, and I easily go along with everyone around me. I make friends easily. Went for my lunch and came back on time without wasting a second. Continued working deligently till work time is over. Had some fun with colleagues while working and rounding up for the day. Left work and go home. – less

very friendly environment, learn how to greet people with a warm smile, verbal communication skills

I love working with people and helping the students accomplish there goals.

Get A Phone call telling me how many cashier are need for an event i then call each up 4 or how ever meany what your doing

I dont really remember much,but labeling books and also processing them into the system.

Co-workers are friendly. Work place is relaxed and effecient.

There was much to be done assisting everyone with their work. The employees made me want to be noticed and stay busy. I learned to multitask, but also not to put myself into work overload!. The hardest part of the job was keeping up.

• Maintained computerized records for students as well as staff attendance
• Prepared and printed documents, brochures, schedules and payment receipts
• Introduced five potential students to the Board of Governors program, contributing more than $150,000 to the program

This was a one-time volunteer event. One of the great learning experiences I had in the massage world and very enjoyable. Though I have not actually worked anywhere as a licensed massage therapist yet, my career is sure to be ambitious and driven.

I enjoy working in the department I am in. I am obtaining a vace wealth of knowledge with the people I work with.

No, day is ever the same at CSU. My day mostly consists of monitoring, getting families enrolled into our Head Start program by making sure that all documents are turned in and entered into COPA in a timely manner. Which is also the hardest part of the job, getting parents to c-operate. The most enjoyable part of the job is helping the families to get – more... enrolled and preparing their children for success. – less

A typical day at Chicago State University was busy with processing various forms. I learned mastered customer service. The management team was excellent and professional. I worked with other students from campus. We had a lot of fun during the down time. The hardest part of the job was that I did not get full-time hours. The most enjoyable part of the – more... job was working with great people who had a lot of respect for each other. – less

I learned a lot from working at Chicago State University. Since unfortunately, this university is going through a lot of negativity and it is talked about it the press (television, newspaper, radio) I really cannot say too much. I know I enjoy working with the people in my department and I have learned a lot from working there within the last 3 years.

Over all this position was ideal in the way that it was close to home, it inspired me to want to return to school to get a degree. I also liked to see so many young people who wanted something out of life with their education and the professors were so dedicated to their advising the students as well as in the classroom.

I did not know much about this school until I started working there.

Its facilities have clearly been neglected for years. Roofs and newer buildings leaked. The newish library had constant complaints about water leaks and mold. Basic safety was ignored--long 2x4 boards stuck into panic bars to stop the use of exit doors from a lab building for years. – more... Computer and communication systems were inefficient, insecure, and probably never state of the art. Employees used their home email addresses to work around this.

Some supervisors think/behave more highly of themselves than warranted--arrogant and not that well educated, no matter what their degrees. The school is rather cloistered and isolated. Between the school and the state, needs should be prioritized and funded appropriately. Working together with other state universities would likely help CSU as well.

A new athletic building was named after a former state senator/senate president and his late wife, even though he is still living. Turns out this university has been politically connected and ineptly managed for many years. One should not say anything or make waves to keep one's job there--someone there warned me about that. My role was to point out problems and resolutions, and some were very obvious and could cause many to be incapacitated. No one had been in my position for a couple of years prior; there was a lot to do, and I was the most highly qualified of any they had in this position to date.

There are also very nice, bright people who work there and really try to do a good job despite the general tide against them. I wish them well. The students and taxpayers deserve better. – less

We did not practice in the lab daily, but when we did it was a matter of having equipment available, clean and operative.