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SFSU has given me more than an education; I have found a passion that will continue to grow in my career path- my community. Through classes in the College of Ethnic Studies, I have attained more appreciation for the struggles and hardships that communities of color continue to tackle. “We stand on the shoulders of those who came before us”- any success in life would not be possible without the people in your past. Whether it is sacrifices made by family or a person giving you that extra push to succeed, you are here because of the people who believe in you. SFSU has taught me the act of giving back, particularly to my community. My experience has awarded me the education, inspiration, and passion to take my achievements and give back to those in need. SFSU was imperative to my process in finding my identity and purpose in life, while gaining a greater understanding of the importance of education. I hope to be a figure in my community that is able to spread inspiration and empowerment to people of color in order to rise above obstacles in life and remember the people who advocated for equal opportunities in history.

Attending college was an invaluable experience that has profoundly affected my life. I majored in French, and through San Francisco State University I was able to study abroad in Paris for an entire school year. Being immersed into another language and culture, while simultaneously being enrolled fulltime in a broad range of undergraduate courses was an enlightening period to say the least. The handful of years I spent in college taught me that there is a vast world of knowledge readily available to me and all I need to do is take the initiative to seek it out. An education is more than the simple lessons we learn within the confines of a classroom. Upon graduation, I walked away with vivid memories of professors who were passionate about learning and about the world around them. Their enthusiasm was contagious and I believe it is the most valuable piece of my education. Obtaining a college degree is a catalyst for living one's life with inspiration as well as a deeper enjoyment of the world we're each a part of.

At SFSU, I found out that my lifelong interest (psychology) wasn’t what I wanted and I ended up discovering another field that I fell in love with, which was counseling. Because of the supportive professors and the positive experiences from the classes that I had at this school, I felt more confidence in picking the career field that I love. Of course others can argue that I could fall in love with the field of counseling at another campus; however, there are many factors that can play into this. One, the student must like the classes and the subject. Second, the professors need to make it lively and inclusive so that students can all participate. Third, the curriculums much teach students what they need to know and prepare the students for this career field. I feel like all three criterions were presented at the time when I went to SFSU. I was satisfy with the program and I walk away learning so much that I still apply what I learn from SFSU to my grad school currently.

I am only 17 years old so as a young college student I thought that college may be a struggle, in the aspect that I may not be responsible enough to be as sucessful as I would like to be. But, I was wrong after being exposed to the college experience I realized that respondsiblity is something that I will get out of the college experience, which just in a few short months has been obtained. I also think that it is valueable that I attend college because I would like to be a forsenic pathologist and college is a must to be able to make that possible.

Everything I learned in college was a result of my own ability to self-motivate.

I am a single mother in her forties pursueing a nursing career. Along with an AA degree and an AS degree I have grown in my thought process in many areas. This process has been very valuable to me because I can now make a more educated decision and have more thoughtful opinions on education, family, work and volunteering projects in my community. My college experience has also allowed me to be a better role model for my children and help them to have a better strategy for their goals. They are learning that college is very attainable and they have college in their plans for the future. I feel that college has definitely opended my eyes in many areas and I feel my life is even more rewarding because of it.

I have only been in school for a few months, but these past few months have been the best time of my life. San Francisco State may be like another CA university, but the campus and the city has so much to offer. The school may be a bit small but it has a great atmosphere that you'll only find in rich cultural cities like San Francisco. What I have gotten out of attending SF State is that their is so much the world can offer. SF State opened my eyes to the endless possibilites that the world has to give to you but you have to be willing to take a risk and go for that possibility. SF State also offerered me an insight in other cultures out there and showed to me what really makes the world a great place. You'll also be able to meet people from different countries and people with different backgrounds. To me, that has been the greatest thing that SF State has given me, the opportunity to meet people from all over the world.

Out of my college experience so far, i have gotten more independent, learned how to make connections and make new friends. I have learned to find out for myself where things are, how to get to certain places and how to do certain things rather than asking my parents. I have always just asked my parents how to do things but living in my own apartment and not having them around to be my guidlines, i have learned to be more independent. Also in being more indpendent i have learned to do things without having a friend come with me. Whenever going to an event, joining a sport, club or a volunteer place, i never went by myself. I would always have a companion with me. In college I don't have all my friends around me and in constant contact like in high school, but now i have learned to not need a sidekick as i go to places. In college I found clubs formed around developing various skils necessary to the career of your choice. It is valuble to attend college to be more independent, make lifelong friends and valuable connections and skills for your future career.

My total experience in College has been great so far work, assignments, and tests are all put on my shoulder and I love it. Having the responsibilities to produce work on your own is great. It has been valuable because I am learning life lessons which can be used in my future not only in History 314 but how to orginize my time, have fun and most important when and were to study. College has never being a nightmare too me, I couldn't wait to attend and now I can't wait till graduate school.

Being in College as a disabled person, has given me more confidence and mental growth than ever. Just in my first semester I have learned to challenge and question facts that were previously given to me as a child and youth. My love of education has also expanded tremendously. I have learned that being a college student requires much discipline, bravery, faith and intelligence. I have to be brave in order deal with the obstacles of being learning disabled and financially challenged in a university setting. Faith in God and myself is what has motivated me to continue achieving my educational goals at San Francisco State University. Attending a college university has taught to a strict amount of discipline in my work ethic I have learned that in order for me to get good grades I have to devote many long hours to homework, attending classes and going to tutor. Along with being disciplined, having a strong faith in God and myself and being brave , I have to be very intelligent . In order for instructors recieve my intellect I must show them through the assignments that they give me that I am intelligent.