Giving Back to Fellow Students with Garrett

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Let’s meet Garrett, a sophomore majoring in sociology from Whittier, California. Like many students, Garrett wasn’t sure what path to pursue at first, but getting involved on campus helped him find his direction. Thanks to Fullerton’s wide range of clubs and resources, he’s now ready to take on the world. Over to you, Garrett.

– Thank you, Alex. In high school, I knew I wanted to attend college, but I wasn’t sure of where to go or what I wanted to pursue. Since graduating, I knew I was capable of going to a four-year university, but I wanted to take a different path that would allow me to be confident of my choice of major. I enrolled at Fullerton College, because of the cost and it was the best choice I could have made. I’ve been surrounded by friendly staff and students who put a strong emphasis on community in community college. After joining the sociology club on campus, I realized that this is the field for me and there are also many free resources students can access, including mental health services and tuition assistance, which I’ve utilized myself. I decided I wanted to give back to Fullerton for all it has done for me. Over the summer, I volunteered as an orientation leader to help fellow students transition from high school to college. I led campus tours, register students for courses, provided insight and more. It was a rewarding experience being able to help those whose position I was once in. Fullerton’s investment in student success is apparent all throughout campus. There are multiple groups, clubs and centers to help students navigate college from all different backgrounds and experiences. Its Hornets Resource Center serves as a one-stop hub for essential basic needs during the academic year, including supplemental food through the food bank and connecting students to community resources for financial and housing assistance. Without Fullerton College’s unwavering inclusiveness and belief in me, I do not see myself being able to achieve all I’ve done. The resources they provide were a catalyst to my success and it is something I will forever be grateful for. Back to you, Alex.

– Thank you, Garrett. Fullerton College is without a doubt, a school that puts students first. Kudos to you for stepping up as an orientation leader. We’re certain you’ve made a big difference for students who are unsure of their path just as you once were. Thank you for sharing your journey, Garrett, and take care.