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Downhill skating near campus

Me and sometimes my gf have enjoyed downhill skating between classes, if anyone wants to join or learn hmu!

This is what it looks like after a year or so of practice

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2025/02/04
02:15 UTC

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Whoever started dancing and singing in the bathroom right after dropping a deuce, you got some moves bro

Idk if u were celebrating that shi but like congrats bro, I think that was lady Gaga u put on. Also this sub going stale can we get some crazy posts pls, thanks.

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2025/02/03
22:50 UTC

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Feeling discouraged

I just finished my Associates degree in Science at MSJC & thought I was good to transfer and apply for nursing school! My counselors I've met with at MSJC haven't been that much help during this process.... I submitted my application for San Marcos & SDSU for Fall 2025 with excitement! I just got an evaluation sheet back from San Marcos that says I'm missing 2 classes(Art & Humanities).... now I'm discouraged because its too late in semester to join those courses and the deadline for the nursing apps have closed. Now I'm screw for this next year when I thought I had done everything....

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2025/02/03
21:49 UTC

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dating on campus

i just transferred this spring and am single, i’ve tried it with dating apps and ultimately am so tired! i’d really like to meet someone generically in classes, but any time i compliment a guy (just to get the conversation starting) they get all awkward and don’t know what to say and they kind of panic. Is it a me thing or is this a csusm thing? any advice?

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2025/02/03
19:13 UTC

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Can MSW Programs Overlook Missing Prerequisites Like Statistics?

Hi everyone, I recently applied to an MSW program (CSUSM) and just realized I may not have completed the required undergraduate statistics course. It wasn't listed as a requirement on the main application page, but it appears on the application checklist.

I’m really worried—do MSW programs ever overlook missing prerequisites if the rest of the application is strong? Has anyone been admitted and allowed to take the course later?

Also, does anyone know if programs accept related coursework instead of a traditional statistics class? I’ve taken courses that involved research, data analysis, and critical thinking with numbers, but they weren’t strictly labeled as “statistics.” Would admissions consider these as meeting the requirement, or is stats usually a hard rule?

I have strong social work experience, solid recommendations, and a good personal statement, but I don’t want to get automatically rejected over one missing class.

Has anyone been in a similar situation? Any advice on what to do next?

Thanks so much in advance!

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2025/02/03
18:50 UTC

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Should I transfer to csusm fall 25?

I am deciding between CSUN, SJSU, and CSUSM. I am struggling with what I think would be best for me. I am a third year student, but transferring would add on another year for me. I am kinda mostly worried about making friends as a transfer student and finding my people. Any thoughts or advice?

I am also going to be in the new PH program. anyone in the same boat as me?

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2025/02/03
07:50 UTC

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Presidents Day Off

Does anyone know if we get February 17th off? It’s Presidents Day. Doesn’t say on Calendar..

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2025/02/03
04:44 UTC

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Middle Class Scholarship

Hey y'all I am just wondering if anyone has heard anything in terms of the Middle Class Scholarship? I know it's only been a few weeks but I just wanted to know if anyone knows around when it might be disbursed? I tired contacting FAFSA office but they haven't said anything back. Thanks

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2025/02/02
19:22 UTC

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BUS 300: Anyone need a copy of the Muse (TNROW) book?

I got the copy from a bud last semester. If anyone needs it, lmk. 👍🏼

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2025/02/01
01:28 UTC

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studio apartment 17 min walk

studio apartment 17 min walk from csusm, 4 min walk from csusm transit station $2000 monthly. dm me if you know someone interested :)

4 Comments
2025/01/31
19:12 UTC

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Anyone wanna start a band?

Hi! I’m a first year, I play guitar and I’m learning the drums. I’ve been thinking about trying to start a band, if you play an instrument, hmu! I’m not too certain what kind of music we’d play, tbh I’m cool with most things. Personally, my biggest influences are punk rock (bands like The Clash, Bad Religion, Rancid), ska (Skankin Pickle, Operation Ivy, The Specials), metal (Metallica, Sepultura, Celtic Frost, Slayer), classic rock (Zeppelin, The Velvet Underground, Pink Floyd), hardcore (Cro-Mags, Harms Way, Minor Threat), and throw some Talking Heads, Billy Idol, and Kendrick in there and you got my music taste basically. But I’m open to ideas, so if you’re into different genres still hmu, I love having many influences in my music.

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2025/01/31
16:19 UTC

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Suggestions for IEP Programs

I am an international student with poor English skills, what advice do you all have for the upcoming IEP program, your advice and opinions are greatly appreciated!

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2025/01/31
04:17 UTC

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PS1 and App Information

When I entered PS1 at 10:20 AM today, I noticed the app said there were more than 100 spaces available. I went through all levels and couldn’t find any spaces. I thought the top floor would hold the spots but I was wrong.

My thinking is that the side entrance to PS1 doesn’t have a meter since the availability sign is seen on the entrance by Campus View Drive?

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2025/01/30
01:15 UTC

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Help me complete my dissertation :)

Hello all!

I am working on my dissertation project and would appreciate anyone who has 15-20 minutes to complete my survey. The qualifications for my survey are that you are at least 18 years or older, an undergraduate student, and identify with the Latinx community. At the end of completion, there is an opportunity to enter a raffle for an Amazon gift card.

Here is the link https://alliant.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_82oVyhwq33bLDWC

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2025/01/29
02:55 UTC

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TAU Question

Hi! I am currently a transfer applicant to UCSD, SDSU, and CSU San Marcos. Just wanted to ask did anyone here have any experience where they didn't take one or two courses from their TAU for spring and still got accepted? I am having a dilemma here since i currently stated on my TAU that Ill be taking 2 bio classes and 2 chem classes in the spring, however, i dont think there's any chance that I would be able to get success on doing that. To give context: i will have 62 units in the spring even without the one bio and chem classes, 4.0 gpa, and i already completed the golden four.

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2025/01/27
23:10 UTC

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Temecula Commute Question

Got a night class this sem around 5:30 PM, and I'm commuting from Temecula. Is 4 PM a safe time to leave and make it in time? It's in Markstein which I've gotten comfortable with last semester.

As an additional question, how's the parking situation at the Markstein parking lots around 5 PM?

7 Comments
2025/01/27
09:49 UTC

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Best place to sleep?

Where is the best place to sleep on campus? For context, I have a 7am 3 hour class, then a 6 hour gap until my next class. I live over an hour away.

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2025/01/27
09:16 UTC

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Gel X sets

Any girls want their nails done?? Beginner nail tech so I'll only charge $35. Let me know :)

3 Comments
2025/01/27
06:15 UTC

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transferring

hi guys! i’m in community college rn and planning to transfer to csusm in the fall, but im afraid they won’t accept me. i have all As and Bs, BUT i received one D and one F. will they reject me because of this? is there anything i can do? i think my gpa is in the 2’s i haven’t checked

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2025/01/27
04:45 UTC

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[Academic Survey] The Impact of Parenting on Second-Generation Asian American College Students (18+)

Hi everyone! My name is Angie, and I’m a clinical psychology PsyD student at Alliant International University. I’m researching how immigrant parenting influences the mental health of second-generation Asian American students. If you’re 18+ and born in the U.S. to immigrant parents, I’d be grateful if you participated in my 15-20 minute confidential survey. You’ll also have the chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card. Thank you for helping with my study! Link below.

https://alliant.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0dNu1lNPAEJKYTQ

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2025/01/26
22:20 UTC

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Art supplies

I’m taking Advance Painting AMD 400 with Heidi Barr. I can get the material myself but this is my last semester (Graduating) I know for sure I wont use any of the left over material once I graduate. If anyone has material that they’re not using/extra, feel free to send me a message lol

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2025/01/26
21:09 UTC

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Additional GE Classes For Transfer Students and Degree Planner Confusion

I was told by my advisor to use the degree planner and after taking a look it seems like it's recommending I take another 5 upper division GE courses after completing the CSUGE requirements at community college. For some background, I have an Associates in Art's for transfer in Psychology. I've been following the course catalog for my specific major to help me sign up for classes and I realize I do not see any upper division GE requirements listed on the catalog. I was under the impression that since I completed the CSUGE at a CC, that would fulfill the CSUSM GE requirements and I would only have to follow whatever is in the catalog for my major.

Is my degree planner accurate and are all classes listed in the degree planner required classes that I'm supposed to take? Does the CSUGE I completed at community college not fulfill all the CSUSM requirements?

Definitely going to schedule another advising appointment but would appreciate any clarification or incite in the meantime. I know things are a bit different for transfer students. Thanks in advance!

5 Comments
2025/01/26
21:08 UTC

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Transferring

Hey everyone I am thinking about applying to transfer from CSU Stanislaus. This school just isn't for me. Is CSUSM really worth it ? What are some cons and pros? I want to hear straight from students. I need to leave so BAD

5 Comments
2025/01/25
06:45 UTC

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Fires

Should we be worried about the fires would they ever get near campus?

4 Comments
2025/01/25
04:56 UTC

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Question about class

I talked to an advisor but he didn’t explain much and was being a bit rude. So I needed to take business stats 204 for my pre core business courses but all of them were waitlisted. I asked him for a solution and he told me to just add math 242 intro to stats. Then he left the call without explaining if it covers business stats 204. Has anyone had this happened?

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2025/01/25
03:03 UTC

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dss testing

hey, i’m just wondering those with dss testing accommodations, how is it testing in the room they have you go to ? is it better then doing it in the normal class?

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2025/01/24
20:40 UTC

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Working + school?

This is my first semester at a university level. I am a 3rd year transfer student, currently working 32-35 hours a week. I’m not sure how much work to expect, or if this is a good idea. For some background, I am a server and 32-35 hours is usually 4, 8 hour shifts & considered full time in this industry. I enjoy working a lot and wouldn’t deem myself “lazy.”

What’re your thoughts/ideas? Has anyone done something similar? I have 1 day off a week from both school and work that I plan to use to focus on myself + homework

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2025/01/24
08:57 UTC

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Transfer transcripts

Hi everyone. Im from SWC planning to transfer to CSU SM. I just finished updating my transfer academic update on the CSU apply portal and I initially placed that I am planning to take an AP Bio exam in May. However, the deadline on submitting test scores is feb 15 but I couldnt delete it anymore. CSU SM says that failure to complete the to-do list will result in cancellation of the application. What should I do?

1 Comment
2025/01/24
07:40 UTC

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