California State University-Stanislaus Top Questions

In high school, its important to figure out who you actually care about and who means the most to you. When everything is said and done chances are you are not going to the same school as every one of your friends. You'll branch out wherever you go so don't waste your time worrying about how college is going to go. You're going to thrive whereever you are and your personality and traits are the most important key to your future success. Quit living your senior year scared, and be excited for the journey to come.

As a high school senior, I used to be so stressed over getting good grades in college and not making a fool of myself as an incoming freshman. What I found was that, people don't necessarily care what you do or what you look like. They're all there to focus on their studies. I was terrified that my grades would be horrible since I had placed myself on a pedestal for having a 4.04 GPA and ranking number 11 in my class. Once I discovered CSUS had placed me in the honors program, I felt this for sure would be means for my grades to falter. How could I possibly be a full time student at a state college in the honors program while working a part-time job and still manage to attain acceptable grades? If I could go back in time and give myself advice, I would tell myself to calm down and relax because everything always works out in the end with the drive and motivation I place in everything I do. I would tell myself that I pulled through and acheived a 4.00 my first semester in college despite the obstacles.

I would tell myself to stay focused and remember its okay to have fun, but at the right times. I would also tell myself to work hard and in order to do what I want to do, I have to do what I need to do first - School.

I would have taken college classes as a high school student so i could get ahead and graduate sooner and also i would tell myself to take as many classes for my major that can transfer to the csus at the community college because it's a lot cheaper. I also would have taken AP courses in high school to better prepare myself for college but i played 3 sports year round so i had no time to dedicate to my education and now knowing that i wouldn't continue my career in sports i would've focused more on my future education. I was never told to apply to any colleges so that's why i went to a community college first so i would also tell my self to take the SAT's and apply to as many colleges that interested me. I would have loved to move away for college and experience life on my own and show my parents that i'm independent. The main thing i would tell myself it\s to decide what i want to do as soon as possible so i can start taking classes towards my major.

Have fun while in high school. The summer before going into college, take a roadtrip or spend a lot of time with friends. Make sure to cement those relationships so that you will have a support system while in college. That is really important. While you are in college, utilize your professors. They have office hours for a reason. Use them. If you get to know your professors, they will acknowledge that you are trying and it will reflect in your grade. Go in and ask them all of your questions. Often, you will do better on your exams because of it. While in college, it is really important to study effectively. Use high school to sharpen your study techniques. If you do not have them while in high school, you will have a really hard time studying efficiently while in college. Make sure to set time aside everyday to study. That way, you will not be cramming at the last minute before the exam. Above all, be yourself. If you are yourself, you will find our way. Take time while in college for yourself. Don't be afraid to take some personal health days. You are important.

I would tell myself many things. As a high school student I didn't have anyone I can talk to. I wasted a lot of time in high school and grew up with a mother and father to give me any advice. The first thing I would have told myself is to try harder. I barely applied myself and let a lot of oppurtunities slip. Secondly I would tell myself, "believe in yourself". I didn't have the confidence that I could be successful, go to a nice school, and do something meaningful in my life. I let the negativity in my life get to me. I chose to rise above all of the negativity of my incarserated father, former incarserated mother, and the gangs and violence that surrounded my high school. Finally I would tell myself ,"keep your head up and don't be discouraged you can do it!"

I have learned to be much more responsible and hard working. I did not really study for my classes when I was in high school but now that I am in college I have to study or I wont pass my classes. This has also helped me to work harder because I have to study enough to remember everything that is important. I feel very lucky to be attending a university because I am the first in my family to go to college. This is just another encouragement to work even harder to make my family proud of all the hard work I am putting into doing a good job in my courses.

My college experience is alot different than the average student going off to college right out of high school. I actually returned to school later in life while working fulltime. I felt my college experience reflected perserverance and commitment not only from myself but also from my professors and peers that I worked with. My college experience taught me valuable skills to use in todays job market and allowed me to practice those skills needed to be successful. The professors far surpassed the traditional textbook concept of learning and left me with a clear understanding of what I will need to do to reach out to those I will be working with in my field. I am priviledged to be an alumni of CSU Stanislaus.

Well I've become more independent since i live at school. The dorms are like a little community so it's like a family away from home. Getting involved on campus has been the best thing for me. Being in University Student Union Program Board has opened so many doors and its great for social networking. Attending college is the best thing anyone can do. Learn so many ew things not just in the class but things in the local area. For example I've been a city girl forever and moving to a farmlike town was a big difference for me and I've learned a lot in these few months. College is just a great change and experience.

As a chemistry major, the most valuable experience I received is the experience in the chemistry labs, as well as the enriching knowledge I gained while attending both Modesto Junior College and CSU Stanislaus. Both of these aspects have and still are preparing me for the outside world, and have expanded my ability to think critically.