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Cabrillo College is such a diverse institution that if you look around and talk to people you will find a group of people that have similar goals if not the same ones as you. Get out of your comfort zone. It will make classes easier and enjoyable.

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Remember, being a stem major is not an easy thing to do. If it would easy, everyone would be able to do it. We are super humans, we have to handle a lot of things to accomplish our goals/majors. And remember, ask for help. Ask a lot of questions to Christina about your major, classes or any concern you have. She has an answer for everything. Email or talk to Kelli, she's the most approachable person to talk to. She'll understand  all the struggles you've been through and she'll try to give you and advise to help you out. And finally talk to JoAan, she will understand and guide you through your engineering major in a way that you could have never imaged. She will find a way to match your engineering classes with your valuable time.
-Rosa

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Another thing I wished I had known before is that Calculus classes and physics classes are a better match to take at the same time--same semester. Somehow calculus and physics make a better sense together than calculus and chem together.
-Rosa

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Ask for help: Learning Disability Center 

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Ask for help: Learning Disability Center 

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I wished I had known about this program since the first day I became a Cabrillo Student. When I heard about this program I thought just about the physical disability, and I was totally wrong. After 4 years of being at Cabirllo, I realized I had a learning disability. I get so anxious while taking tests.  If I had known before about this program, I could have gotten so much much help and I could have done a better job in all my classes.  My point is that there is nothing wrong by asking for help. Please do it.
-Rosa

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When you first realize how many classes STEM majors need to take it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. “I’m gonna be here forever!” Just remember everyone else is in the same boat, and that most stem majors need 3-5 years (or more!) to complete all the classes. The quality of education at Cabrillo is amazing, and the semesters will fly by.

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Build a relationship with Professors & Counselors!

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Build a relationship with Professors & Counselors!

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I knew so little going into my first semester at Cabrillo. I strongly believe that the reason I got my engineering internship, scholarships, and all the other opportunities that came into my life was because of the people around me. The engineering faculty, Carlos Figueroa (Physics Instructor), and Christina Ortega are all amazing and just want to help! Make sure you use your resources because that can make a huge difference in your academic endeavors at Cabrillo.

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The first few weeks can be really challenging before you find people you get along with, but your people are out there! Cabrillo is an incredibly welcome and open environment. Check out clubs that interest you, form a study group with people in your classes, even ask professors for advice (I’ve met many great people by professors introducing me to other students). You’re not alone.

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Keep your head up and don't stop moving forward! First semester can be intimidating as you look ahead at all the courses you have to take before being able to transfer. Time will pass and you'll get through it! Also- Join clubs and be open to new experiences. Apply for engineering Abroad! Step outside of your comfort zone as often as you can. "If it doesn't challenge you, it won't change you."

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The first semester might suck, it is hard to find friends here. Become involved with the people you like, not the people who you are expected to like.

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Talk to your counselor, they will tell you everything you need to know. Don't try to do it on your own or listen to your friends. Meet with your counselor at least once a semester.

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The quality of education here is absurdly high, that also means some classes will be as hard as a regular university.

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The hardest classes you take are often the ones you will make the most friends out of, easy classes will most likely yield no friends (This is often called the Watson effect due to Marcus Watson's physics 4B class).

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Tutors are helpful but smart classmates are even better. Find them and learn to love them.