International Student Experience with Gavin

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Meet Gavin, an international student from Australia who spends his time advocating for the student body here at Cal State Fullerton through their Associated Students Incorporated. This governing organization, also known as ASI, provides the campus community with important social, cultural, and recreational opportunities, as well as a wide range of programs and services. Let’s hear more about it. Gavin, take it away.

– Thank you for the introduction, Alex. Good day everyone. As an international student, choosing the right university in a whole different country is a very important decision. I wanted to make sure that my choice will help support me and my academic goals, career goals, and overall student experiences here in the United States. Cal State Fullerton was a school that I fell in love with and has supported me in my dreams. Since coming to Cal State Fullerton, I’ve enhanced my leadership skills through Associated Student Incorporated. ASI has allowed me to be the voice for our students, helping create fun and welcoming events whilst working on initiatives to elevate the university. ASI is an integral part of Cal State Fullerton, providing great resources like the food pantry, scholarships, the Student Recreation Center, and the Children’s Center to enhance and support students educational experiences. We also organize memorable events such as the Spring concert, ASI Carnival, and various workshops throughout the semester. Being a student leader here at ASI has made my journey here so much more enjoyable. As a cinema and television arts major, I have dreams of working in the film and TV industry. Cal State Fullerton provides great classes, internships, career opportunities, and experiential learning, such as Titan TV, which I’m heavily involved with. This award-winning program provides great real hands-on experience working with professionally trained staff, industry standard programs and equipment. Cal State Fullerton has prepared me in more ways than I thought possible as an international student. I’m able to gain experience in my professional field through Titan TV, grow as a leader in ASI, but most importantly feel accepted by my school, my peers, and my professors. All of these experiences I’ve gained has molded me into the well-rounded individual ready to tackle the next journey in my life. Alright, that’s enough from this Aussie. Back to you, Alex.

– Gavin, you’re insights into the international student experience have been eye-opening. We also appreciate learning about the engaging activities and valuable services provided by ASI at CSUF. Sounds like there’s so much for students to enjoy here. Thanks again, Gavin.