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                          I'm going to either a UC or Cal state in the fall of 2018 but I'm confused on what major I should take.  I've been thinking about this for a while but I can't seem too rap my mind around one.  I feel as if I should have been looking earlier cause now I don't know what to do.  I'm not sure but is it bad to go in as undeclared.  I have heard that lots of people go in as undeclared but I'm not sure if that will prohibit me from getting into certain colleges because there might not be enough room for all of the people that want to get into that college and go in as undeclared.  I guess I don't really have a choice now since it's almost time to turn in applications and I definitely don't wanna miss the deadline, because I need to at least get into a college because I have prepared myself to go to a Cal of UC not a community nothing wrong with a community its just that's not what I have prepared myself for.  Honestly I feel as if like I said before I should just go in as undeclared.  This college thing is just weird and has me confused with what I want to major in and want to do for the rest of my life.  I'm hoping that someone can maybe give me a suggestion on what I should do cause at this point I'm really not sure what to.  Because like I said before, I don't have a lot of time left before I have to submit my application.

                      - Katelynn Collins

Tori Castillo is trying something new

This is a test. 

What college to choose?

So there's many options for colleges and which ones to choose and the factors that affect your decision. For me, I think that weather conditions is a major factor is which college I choose. What are some factors that decide where you want to go? Also, it is kind of difficult trying to find a college with your major. I've been searching majors and cant really set on one. I have a few in mind but a lot of colleges that I apply to do not have it or have something in relation to it. Do you think I should find a new college that has my major, or adjust my major to something similar to attend a college that I really get the feel of? There's so many deciding factors in this process after getting accepted and really narrowing down your colleges. Of course, its too early to decide where I want to go but I want to get people's opinions on what I should do. Also, what are some interesting majors that are related to some type of Biological Science? I wanted to get into something with Anatomy because it is interesting to me. Do you guys know anything that is related to it because not all colleges are offering that type of Bio Science major.

Is moving away the best choice?

I have recently applied to my dream school Florida State University. I want to major in nursing and they have an amazing program. I always thought that if I got accepted I would go. However, I have been wondering if moving across the country would be the best choice for me. I have many family members in Florida that would help me if I went, but I can not help but wonder how moving away from my friends and immediate family would turn out. In addition, moving away would be very costly. With out of state tuition, room and board, and the endless plane tickets, it all adds up to a great amount of money. However, there are many ways to lower these costs. I also worry that I will hate being away. My friend moved to a college on the east coast and loves it, however my sister, in Arizona, really misses home. My biggest fear is that I drop out of school only because I am I little homesick. However, I am going to focus on getting accepted first. If I do get accepted , I think moving to Florida would be a great experience. I will be able to grow as a person. Not only will I learn to be more independent, I will be forced to make new friends and form bonds with people that will last a lifetime. I am very grateful my parents are allowing me to take this opportunity if it happens to come my way. However I can't help but wonder if moving away for college is really the best choice.

On Campus or Off Campus?

College as we all know is a time that we all look forward to. If its either for sports, finding your lifelong calling, or even for the experience. Preparing for college is a stressful time, having to make decisions on which course to major in, what college to go to, and the point of this post, wether or not to stay on campus. For many colleges, the recommend that incoming freshmen spend their first year staying on campus. Perks of this are that you experience the life of it, and its easier for your schedule. You're also saving money on gas.  However, it is pretty costly and the idea of staying home and commuting to school, while saving a couple thousand dollars, does look appealing. Plus, mostly free food which is always a plus. So I'm stuck between if i should stay on campus if im close enough to home, or live on campus. Thoughts or ideas?

Becoming a Pilot as an Aerospace Engineer Major

From doing many hours of research to find out what I am interested in, I am choosing a path I will be most passionate about, and that is being a pilot. I aspired to become a pilot since I was a dreaming ten year old. And as I fill out my UC and CSU applications, I have realized I am taking a huge step towards my goal. I have applied to several UC's and CSU's entering as an Aerospace Engineer major with Mechanical Engineering as my alternate major. Most pilots are only required a bachelor's degree in any subject; however, I chose an aerospace engineer major to reinforce my understanding of aerodynamics. To start preparing for the many physics equations in the coming years, I took a physics class to build a basic foundation of motion, energy, and force. Although the class was somewhat ineffective, it was more of an introduction to physics rather than learning the concepts and sharpening my knowledge. My question is what are the challenges that I might encounter by becoming a STEM major? How difficult are the classes going to be?
-Jimwell Delos Santos

Is Leaving Home More Beneficial Than It Is Hard?

I know this question is kind of hard to answer because we all don't have personal experience with this yet, but I figured might as well (because I can't think of any other question that hasn't already been asked). I know everyone says, including me, that moving away for college and living without parents holding your hand in the same house, it forces upon you a sort of "time to grow up" kind of life experience. While it is undoubtedly true that that is the case, we can all also agree it isn't a slow process, it is pretty much dropping you straight into living on you own (minus roommates). So my question for you all is, is being dropped into solo living have more pros than it does cons, or is it going to be just more stress on your shoulders than college already is?