By Jernice KelleyWeb Content Contributor When you are just entering college, one of the questions that may come up is whether or not you should join a student organization. At least for me, this was the case. So, what are the benefits of joining a student organization? Well, here are just a few to think about when deciding if it is fit for you: Networking Opportunities: Have you ever heard […]
By Stacey RamirezWeb Content Contributor SLAC (Student Learning Assistance Center) One of the biggest mistakes incoming freshmen can make is believing college will be like high school and they can get by without any studying and tutoring. But for many new students, college courses can be a rude awakening and students soon learn that they’ll need to seek help if they're struggling in a class. Thankfully SLAC is a resource […]
By Brittany AndersonAssistant Web Content Manager Two years ago, I was a transfer student coming from a community college and a small hometown. In many ways, the transition made me feel like I wasn’t having the “typical” college experience. It was pretty intimidating being thrown onto a campus of nearly 40,000 students with so many clubs and organizations to choose from, especially because everyone tells you to join as many […]
By Rachael GerronWeb Content Contributor There are so many things to look forward to as an incoming freshman. One of which being the independence that you didn't have in high school. This means no longer getting in trouble for wearing leggings to class or having a teacher decide when you are allowed to go to the restroom (two things I despised about high school). While this freedom is exciting, it […]
By Jess BazalduaWeb Content Contributor A new normal is settling in for the fall 2020 semester. Roadmaps and plans have been enacted to ensure that student health is a top priority while maintaining education methods. However, major rites of passage and events that usually accompany incoming freshmen, such as high school graduation and move-in weekend, have taken drastic turns for the purpose of social distancing. I had the pleasure of […]
By Ally BolenderWeb Content Assistant Member SAN MARCOS, Texas — Texas State University welcomes students back to campus this August 2020 for the fall semester. As students begin learning in online classrooms and restricted amenities due to the current pandemic. Antonio Rincon, a member of the production department at KTSW, sat down to discuss mental health resources available for students at Texas State University. “A lot of students are coming […]
By Timia CobbWeb Content Contributor Tatiana Torres and I sat down and had a conversation over our mutual struggle of being first-generation college students. First-generation students are coming from households where either one or neither parent has attended a university or attained a bachelor’s degree. These students do not have access to resources that make it easy to apply to colleges, to help them fill out financial aid or to […]
By Paige GreeneWeb Content Contributor Everyone’s first year at Texas State is full of changes and new experiences, and there are many resources and tips to guide you through the change. Here are a few tips that people often forget to tell freshmen. Course Numbers and Locations One of the main things people forget to tell freshmen is what the numbers and letters associated with their courses mean. These numbers […]
By Gena SysavathWeb Content Contributor As a new student to any university, I am sure there are many types of questions crossing through your mind. Well, if you are thinking about your rooming situation, then this article is for you. I am going to give you some pointers on how to choose and act upon your new residence and roommates. Campus living Living on campus can be a blessing or […]
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