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Letter to Future Scholars: Don’t Take College for Granted!

by compactscholars | Oct 25, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Lucia A. The most essential piece of advice for incoming freshmen commuter students entering SDSU in future years is to enjoy the privilege they have by being able to come to a university this beautiful. Not many get the chance to do so. So don’t waste...

Letter to Future Scholars: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone!

by compactscholars | Oct 17, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Sierra K. One tip for future commuter freshman is to not be afraid to put yourself out there and try new things that test the boundaries of how you or others already define you. Whether it’s talking to a stranger, going to an event, or meeting with your...

Letter to Future Scholars: Utilize Help Rooms!

by compactscholars | Oct 3, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Abdi H. The one piece of advice I have is to seek help early and often. In some classes, things will gradually get harder, like in my chemistry class. That doesn’t make you stupid, this is just new heights you’ve never been to academically. Help rooms...

Letter to Future Scholars: Plan Accordingly!

by compactscholars | Sep 26, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Nickie T. One of the best tips I can have for commuters is to get your life organized. Leaving my house at 6am to make it to my 8am classes on time left a lot of room for distractions. Plan out your day. Get as much sleep as possible. Don’t party too...

Letter to Future Scholars: Keep Pushing!

by compactscholars | Sep 19, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Mia B. STAY IN SCHOOL KIDS! Even if things get rough or if things at home are difficult, keep pushing because if you give up life does not get any easier. Always do your best and you will be the best. Your hard work and focus will pay off so consider it...

Letter to Future Scholars: Don’t Give Up!

by compactscholars | Sep 12, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Sabrina B. The most essential advice I can give to incoming freshmen commuter students is to not give up for anything. College can be very lonely, at least is has been for me. I’m by myself on all my long days because it’s really hard to make friends...

Letter to Future Scholars: Stay On Your Work, Commuters!

by compactscholars | Aug 29, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Amanda Q. The most essential piece of advice I have for incoming freshman commuter students is to stay on top of your work and go to class even if attendance isn’t mandatory. Being a commuter is more difficult than living on campus because it requires...

Letter to Future Scholars: Prepare for the Transition – You’ll Do Great!

by compactscholars | Aug 15, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Samantha M For incoming freshmen, my best advice would be don’t let the stereotype, “Oh everyone always does bad their first semester,” define you. Yeah, it’s true that there’s a huge change and you will struggle adapting whether you realize it or not,...

Letter to Future Scholars: Inform Yourself on SDSU Resources!

by compactscholars | Aug 8, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Valery V. The most essential piece of advice I can give incoming freshmen is to learn about resources on campus early, even before you need them. That way, you will know where to go when you need help. Don’t be embarrassed. Everyone needs help sometimes....

Letter to Future Scholars: Do Not Procrastinate!

by compactscholars | Aug 1, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars

Submission by Nataly O. Do not procrastinate! Throughout the year I found myself rushing and always stressed because I left everything (including studying) to the moment just before deadlines. I could have done better on my tests and other assignments if I had given...
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