What surprised me most wasn’t just the mental and emotional rigor of academics, but difficult it was to feel connected to others. Patiemma Rubio When I started graduate school at UC San Diego, I thought I knew what to expect. I had already been a Triton for two years, one of them being fully online…Continue Reading Beyond The Comfort Zone
[by: Anonymous] I try to remind myself that it’s okay to tell people that I need help. One of the biggest challenges I faced during my transition to college was attending community college during the COVID-19 pandemic. I had just begun my second year when the lockdown forced all classes to move online. I originally…Continue Reading The Road To Graduation: A Transfer Experience
[by: Elisa Kim] Through all of this, I’ve found that community really does shape your sense of belonging. The people I’ve met here have become my closest friends. Being surrounded by other creatives who support and motivate each other has made me feel seen—and has made me want to give back just as much. Starting…Continue Reading Finding My Place Through Creativity