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Kinesiology is within San Diego State University's college of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences. I thoroughly enjoyed my program for the obvious reasons such as: the fun people I met, the great weather, and the beautiful campus. More than anything, I am grateful for my experience at SDSU because of the abundance of opportunities that are available by attending such a large institution. The advising office within my major was wonderful, and always provided volunteering opportunities for students to... Read More get involved in. The alumni network at SDSU is vast; If you have an interview somewhere, it is likely that the person you interview with has gone to SDSU or knows someone who has, which has always worked in my favor. Specifically in my major because it was so large, I still had classes with about 300 other people by my last semester at the school. If you want to get to know a professor, you really have to try hard because there are just too many students for the professors to remember everyone. Housing was a bit of a challenge in terms of price, but I know the school is working to improve that. If finances are an issue for you, there are several opportunities to work on or around campus to offset the cost of living. Overall, it was a great experience. Like any college, it has its pros and cons, but I experienced far more positive experiences than negatives.

San Diego State University is a great and open campus for 4-year students, it's a bit more difficult for transfer students to get involved. As an undergraduate, I majored in sociology and had an honors minor. The honors interdisciplinary minor offers a lot of support for students. There's great advising, special housing, and resources for study abroad. The general advisors at San Diego State are not as good. However, there is a lot of tutoring and job opportunities on campus. There's also a food... Read More pantry and cultural center resources on campus. Most professors are great I haven't had many problems.

Overall, San Diego State University (SDSU) was a really important institutions in my educational journey. As a young African American student from Oakland, California my entire first year at State was a huge culture shock. The campus was humongous and confusing, the lecture halls were massive and the campus as a whole lacked diversity. I was miserable and wanted to transfer back home my whole freshman year. However, deciding to stay at SDSU was one of the best decisions Ive ever made. As a Kinesiology... Read More major, I could have not asked for a better education. Although the class sizes were large and full of hundreds of students my professors were always approachable and willing you work with you as long as you were willing to try and willing to meet them during their office hours. Until this day, my professors were some of the best instructors i've ever had. The classes at SDSU were rigorous but enjoyable and the campus itself forced me to push past my comfort zone, teaching me more about myself than I ever thought possible. SDSU is one of those campuses that really embodies the notion you get out what you put in to it. Because of the sheer size and scale of the school and the number of students both in the classes and on campus, it is easy to get lost. I truly believe there is something for everyone there as long as you're willing to push yourself. If not, it is easy to get lost in the crowd. Due to determination and a strong support system, thankfullyI was able to find my place at SDSU and succeed.

San Diego State is an awesome university! There are always fun events to attend and they recently built a brand new student center. The student center includes meeting areas for clubs, a bowling alley, a gym and various. There are two concert venues: Viejas Arena and Open Air Theater. San Diego State University has many different clubs and organizations to join. Most of the dorms are getting renovated which is great because they were very old when I attended. There is a large number of houses to... Read More rent right by campus, however it is required to live in the dorms for your freshman year if you are not a San Diego resident. The campus is fairly safe, with the exception of a few robberies a year. However the university has taken steps to remedy this problem and they regularly update students when these events occur. Academics at San Diego State University are competitive. The average incoming GPA for my incoming freshman class was around 3.7 which is high for a state school. San Diego State have great psychology and social science programs. Academic advisers are accessible and helpful. I had some amazing professors who really took an interest in their students. The majority of my professors were kind and approachable as well as being incredibly knowledgeable in their field. Most professors use Blackboard, which was useful in keeping track of grades and assignments. I am completely satisfied with my education and I am glad I chose San Diego State. I am a proud Aztec alumni.

SDSU was an amazing experience for me. I like to say that it is truly where I found myself. San Diego is a very diverse city and attracts people from all over the world. They have an amazing study abroad program and international student program. The campus is beautiful and their programs are highly ranked like their Accounting department. There are great opportunities and organizations on campus. Plenty of job fairs and a well qualified career center. I would highly recommend this school not only... Read More for the academics, but for the location in a beautiful city.

Attending San Diego State University was one of the most influential experiences I have ever had in my life. It was educational, inspiring, and enjoyable. The Liberals Studies degree program is in the College of Education at SDSU. The new advisors of the college are extremely helpful and understanding. The courses were helpful and very different from one to the next. The courses most often depend on the professors that are teaching it. I would recommend getting to know your professors, and that goes... Read More with any school you may attend. The same goes for the advisors at your field of study office.The relationships I gained with professors in my undergrad career were also the letters of recommendation for my graduate career application. SDSU has great amenities around the campus as well. There are many social and cultural events that can help you become involved and meet more people. The basketball and football games are also very popular. The campus is very large, but beautiful. Also plan ahead if your classes are back to back. The library has many great areas. What many people do not know is that the entire fifth floor is a quiet study area. That is always helpful to decrease distractions when studying for a big exam. Finally, I would like to remind students at SDSU they although there are many fun aspects of this college campus, your main goal is to graduate. Your GPA should be your top priority and being a student is what you are ultimately paying for.

This was a good school to attend. The teachers that I had were very helpful and prompt at responding to emails and questions. They are an open-minded university that embraces everyones background and lifestyle while ensuring that everyone stays safe. The last semester that I attended was when Trump was voted president and their were several racial attacks that happened to Muslim students. The school was very quick to issue statements condemning those activities and ensuring that the culprit was found.... Read More They have a very good safety alert system. They also have an overwhelming list of scholarships that you can apply for. There are many extra-curricular activities that the university hosts, including concerts and even fairs, with rides. There is something for everyone.

San Diego State University is a school that has a little bit of something for everyone as long as you are willing to actively look for and pursue it. It's true that there is still a party culture there, but it's overblown to a very high degree. There's also hundreds of clubs here, tons of academic, creative, and professional resources, as well as a sports scene. The weather is amazing and most of my professors were some of the most helpful people I have ever had the privilege to work with. I definitely... Read More recommend trying to stay overnight with a friend here if you are considering the school, get a feel for it both during the day and night. But as someone who read more books then partied, I can say without a doubt San Diego State has something for you here, just got to look for it.

The marriage and family therapy program at San Diego State University (SDSU) became my #1 choice very quickly in my graduate search. Of the handful of schools I was interested in, SDSU was the only one to present itself as a place where I could truly grow and learn about myself as a person. It was the only one that made me feel comfortable to give not just 2 years of my life but also the opportunity to shape my future trajectory. In fact when I visited the department after driving down from Las Vegas,... Read More they took time out to really listen to what I was looking for in a program and make the connections to what the program had to offer. This was in contrast to some other campus visits where I was lucky to get even 15 minutes of someone's time. In the interview to get into the program, it was so apparent how important the cohort structure was to the curriculum. Many of the 1st and 2nd year graduate students were there in support and it was inspiring to see how close they all were with each other. I imagine learning in these groups enhances the experience as cohorts who are placed in vulnerable positions are able to really lean in into the learning knowing that the people in the room also care about their growth. I am so happy to have been accepted into the program and I can't wait to start in the summer. I knew that I wanted to pursue a career in Marriage and Family Therapy, but now, I know that these people are who I want to pursue it with - this family of individuals so dedicated to helping others not only for the 2 years of the program but beyond as well.

San Diego State University prepares you well to make an impact at the school and community level as well as beyond with families and youth. San Diego State Universitys School Psychology Program, and being selected as a scholar on Native American Scholars and Collaborators Project (NASCP) helped me understand myself deeply. It enlightened me about engaging in my own decolonizing process, which is enhancing my effectiveness as a Din (Navajo) school psychologist. NASCP acknowledged and validated my... Read More rich cultural knowledge and strengthened my spirit and well-being as a Din woman, while continuing to cultivate my understanding of how to navigate both cultures. I understand now that my bicultural world view gives me an authentic voice. Talking about historical trauma is fundamental and reconnecting to cultural practices helps families and communities heal. The historical trauma of genocide, slavery, forced relocation, destruction of cultural practices, (and more) are shared by many Native communities, including my people and community. This resulted in endless emotional and psychological wounds that are carried across generations. The effects of historical trauma are threaded through intergenerational trauma today, resulting in domestic violence, substance abuse, mental illness, sexual abuse, and health disparities. Understanding the sources of trauma helps us design culturally appropriate interventions to support students to re-create a positive sense of self and community. These cultural protective factors help our Native youth reclaim their identities and promote social-emotional competence to thrive in all aspects of life. This links to successful school performance and resilience. Through this process, as I apply the NASP (National Association of School Psychology) Standards along with NASP Indigenous Framework in my school psychology practice, I feel well-equipped to work with Native youth and communities. As a Din school psychologist, I must be aware of cultures, traditions, and beliefs, beyond my own. In working with Native youth, relationship is key. Establishing a relationship and coming with intention, you begin to gain trust, and a genuine reciprocal relationship emerges, where listening and sharing of culture occur while implementing culturally responsive interventions, bridging student cultural assets into their academic learning. Key is understanding the impact of historical trauma and restoring harmony to Native youth and communities. We can only make changes though our children. My purpose in entering school psychology is to advocate for Native youth, uncover their potential, strengthen their protective factors and resilience, and make a lasting difference in their lives. As a Din school psychologist, I want to embark on this journey with stance of compassion, open-mindedness, and hope.

SDSU is a solid school. I believe that SDSU is the epitome of "you get what you put into it." If you want to learn and push yourself, than you can do so. If you want to just ride the wave and just graduate you can surely do that. As for amenities some buildings are older with some broken roof squares, and others are brand new with comfortable chairs and nice A/C. The library is fairly large with great desk sizes so you can spread out appropriately. It gets extremely full during finals and midterms... Read More but other wise I studying there was a nice. The students on campus are very friendly and if you need help you can surely find it (this goes for professors, also). I obtained an Economics degree and I felt like the classes had great teachers but the curriculum was not as mathematical as I would have liked. Depending on what you like this can be good or bad. Lastly and for some most importantly, SDSU is a Pepsi school.

The Sports MBA program is nothing more than a sub-par MBA program with sports guest speakers. The administrator is a joke and he's running the program into the ground. You're given the alumni list once you graduate and it doesn't take long to realize that no one works in sports, therein the program doesn't work. The program also boasts a trip to the Dominican Republic, this trip is more so a vacation for the administrator to get drunk with the students then an actual learning experience (WASTE OF... Read More TIME AND MONEY). The administrator makes favorites and treats those people completely different then the rest of the cohort. If you get on his bad side don't expect any help with anything during or after the program. I'm not the only one from my class that felt like the administrator S.M. hated us, he made us feel unwelcome and worthless. I left the program wishing I had taken my time an money elsewhere and not paid Minto's salary.