Transfer Students with Antoinette

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Meet Antoinette, a transfer student from Brooklyn, New York, majoring in psychology. After personal challenges led her to transfer, Antoinette discovered a sense of belonging at UC Merced. Whether you are a transfer, returning, or traditional student, UC Merced offers abundant resources, clubs, organizations, and opportunities for success. Over to you, Antoinette.

– Thanks for that introduction, Alex. For as long as I could remember, I always wanted to be a pediatrician. Ever the model student, it was only fitting that when I graduated high school, I went on straight to college. Financial difficulties led me to drop out of my first college and move across the country. I eventually transferred to the University of California, Merced, and it was then that I found the school that was meant for me. I originally discovered UC Merced when I attended the Transfer Initiative Program, or TIP. I spent a weekend on campus and got a feel for student life and the student experience here. I was also able to meet with academic counselors who evaluated my transcript to make sure I was on track with the courses I needed for my intended major. I was beyond ecstatic when I got my acceptance letter from UC Merced and attended orientation. I remember crying during the Bridge Crossing Ceremony, a tradition that happens right here on this bridge that marks the start of your journey at UC Merced, and thinking to myself, I finally made it! One of the major resources we have at UC Merced is the Transfer, Returning, and Veteran Student Services, or TRV. Here is where I was able to meet fellow transfer students and find my sense of community. We host many events, like bringing puppies and kittens to campus for students to play with and de-stress. Whether you’re a TRV student or traditional student, you’ll find that UC Merced is chock-full of resources and events to help you succeed and feel connected. We take pride in our community, and there are so many opportunities, clubs, and organizations for you to partake in. That’s my story. Back to you, Alex. 

Awesome, Antoinette! At UC Merced, all students are welcomed in with open arms, from first-time freshmen to transfer students. Recently, the TRV office even offered yoga with goats during Transfer Student Week, highlighting the commitment to creating a supportive community. At UC Merced, connections are nurtured and unique experiences abound. Thanks, Antoinette.