California State University-Sacramento Top Questions

I think it is helpful when a student knows what subject they would like to major, in order to help them find the right college. In order to make the most out of the college experience, it is important to get the most out of your money; by choosing a college that is geared towards their major, students and parents can really feel like they are getting a lot of bang for their buck. Also, I would encourage students to try new things and to really put themselves out there in terms of being open minded as well as friendly. Fellow students are more like colleagues at the college level and it is important to adjust social behaviors, accordingly. Mostly, I hope that students would be willing to work hard and have fun, but to be goal minded at all times.

When it was time for me to make a choice about college, I based most of my decision on my current boyfriend. We broke up less than a month into my first semester. I am still thrilled with SAC STATE but I feel now like I missed out on most of my first semester because I was sad over a boy. As much as people say do not pick a college for a boy, I really do not think it matters. The school you go to does not matter in the long run. What it comes down is how you act while you are there, the experiences you create for yourself, the people you make connections with, and extra-curriculars you choice to participate in. Anywhere you go there will be something for you, you just have to get out onto your campus and experience it for your self. I think going away to college and living on-campus is a very important part of someone's life and the things you learn doing it can change you as a person for the better. Tour schools first and see how you feel on campus, you will know when its right!