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We've asked our visitors to tell us their favorite thing about Fresno State. For some it's a favorite professor. Others love the campus farm. Still others like catching the Rolling Stones at the Save Mart Center on campus. Here are some of the things people are saying...
Editor's note: If you've answered the survey but don't see your name below...don't worry. The following comments are just a sampling of the responses we've received. Thanks!
FRANK, Visalia -- "Fresno State is close to home. Classrooms are
generally on the small side, fairly easy to get 1-on-1 with the
professors. Good business program." LATISHA, Fresno -- "Unlike other colleges and or universities, Fresno State allows you to actually be an adult. They don't treat you like a child and hold your hand. Instead they kind of push you out there and make you learn on your own, which really equips you for the "real world." No one is going to hold your hand in the "real world!" And of course they're #1 in sports!"
LINDSAY, Fresno -- "Definitely the Save Mart Center. The Nursing
Program rocks as well!"
LUIS ALBERT, Reedley -- "My favorite thing on campus is the
availability of several computers for students to use all around campus
and the cool international students." CHARLES, Mariposa -- "Affordable higher education is an increasingly scarce commodity. That, plus snow and surf within two hours, Hello."
LAURA, Fresno -- "Out of several CSU schools, Fresno State is a
wonderful campus that I enjoy attending. The teachers in my CSD
department are awesome and make learning worth its while."
WILLIAM, Fresno -- "I enjoy being on the campus. I like being
around the diverse cultures that Fresno State brings together in pursuit
of higher education."
GRAVANO, Fresno -- "It is more of an open free environment. You
can pretty much study anywhere. There are lots of people to get to know
and make new friends. Another thing that I like about Fresno State is
that no matter how much you "screw up" there seems to be a way to always
succeed one way or another."
MARCELA, Madera -- "I love the entire atmosphere of Fresno State.
I love the environment the trees and the students on their bikes. I like
that the weather. I like that it is not freezing and its mostly warm. I
like that Fresno State is so new that their is lots of room for growth
and creativity. Since there are not too many programs and businesses on
and around the campus I know that it is going to grow more."
ARACELI, Fresno -- "I love the environment at Fresno State. All
the staff and students work well with each other. I have noticed that
the professors care a lot for their students and don't mind going the
extra mile to help their students out."
JESSICA, Kerman -- "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the
Save Mart Center events and the great atmosphere at all the football
games." MARLISA, Salinas -- "I like the plans in place to ensure continuous improvements are made to keep the University ahead of the pack, such has construction of new buildings and installing fiber optic lines to improve access to online learning."
LORRAINE, Fresno -- "The friends I have made in classes."
JAMIE, Fresno -- "My graduate program Speech Language Pathology.
The teachers are great!!"
SHARLENE, Fresno -- "My favorite thing at Fresno State is some of
the teachers I have had in the past...they are always willing to go that
extra distance in helping their student to be successful."
JOHN, Fresno -- "The Save Mart Center is amazing, but the beauty
of the campus in general, is very refreshing and comfortable. I love the
art department, but I wish the funding weren't so overwhelmingly ignored
there. The arts are an incredible opportunity for national recognition
for the school, but are grossly ignored. I understand sports are
important, and are easily recognizable, but the arts have so much
untapped potential."
JULIARDI, Fresno -- "Favorite thing about Fresno State is
accessible Internet wherever I go. So I can get my work done."
JENNIFER, Fresno -- "I love my departments, the English and Music
departments." KENNETH, Atwater -- "The Save Mart Center along with the new rec center which will be opening in a couple weeks."
MICHELLE, Turlock My favorite thing about Fresno State is
definitely the instructors. I was bombarded with horror stories about
college professors being ruthless and uncaring, but I've found just the
opposite to be true. My instructors have been more than willing to work
with any student who needs help..."
JASON, Fresno -- "Save Mart Center events are definitely up there
but I have to say the new recreation center that's being built. Can't
wait to get in there and pump some iron."
TORIBIO, Fresno -- "I sincerely and truly appreciate the balance,
diversity of the campus as a whole, and the enjoyment it has brought to
our family in all it has to offer. The University certainly reflects
what Fresno is all about and it can only get better. GO DOGS!!"
PEDRO, Parlier -- "The ability for volunteer work that pays off
not in money but in satisfaction. Being a volunteer member of the board
allows me to see new and old alumni and help new students become new
alumni. I love being a part of Fresno State as whole, to pick one thing
is the hardest thing to do, when you request a specific person, event,
etc."
JERRY, Fresno and Baghdad -- "I'm a criminology major and the
best crim instructors area at Fresno State. I'm here in Baghdad Iraq and
based on my education and job experience (deputy sheriff) I'm assigned
to the Iraqi Major Crimes Unit to assist the Iraqi police investigate
violent crimes, kidnappings, mass murders and serial murders,
terrorist-related crimes with the assistance of the instructors at
Fresno State i have been very effective here. Thanks Fresno State."
RAYMOND, Fresno -- "The opportunity to acquire good, solid
education in an affordable and friendly community."
GLORIA, Mendota -- "I love the diversity of our university. You
can go from class to having lunch at some of your favorite fast food
restaurants to attending a concert all on the same campus. On top of
that the faculty is really caring and interested in helping students get
through their career." MAJOR, Fresno -- "My favorite thing about Fresno State is that it's close to home and it's located in Fresno and I'm proud to be born in Fresno and still representing Fresno as much as I could."
ROBBY, Madera -- "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the
expansion of the campus and the library. The new West Complex recreation
center is a very important attribute. Maintaining a healthy body
contributes to a healthy mind therefore making a successful student."
GUSTAVO, Madera -- "I love Fresno State Athletics and the
environment that the school provides for aspiring college grads. GO
DOGS!"
JAMIE, Visalia -- "I love the multiple number of opportunities to
broaden our college experience -- for example the football games, and
the concerts and everything else."
KEN, Fresno -- "The campus as a whole, School of Business is top
notch. Not to mention the updates and additions. Last but not least is
the excellent sport programs."
RENEE, Fresno -- "The diversity of the campus. Not only is Fresno
State diverse in the people who teach and attend it is also diverse in
relation to its campus and what is offered." KELLI, Dinuba -- "The cost and amount of classes offered. Although the cost is rising it is still affordable compared to other campuses. Having Save Mart Center on campus does make it a plus. There is always something going on there."
RUSSEL, Fresno -- "My favorite thing about Fresno State is having
Stephanie, Lisa, and Dr. Rodemeyer in the Honors College. They're
wonderful people and are always willing to help us out!"
RUPINDER, Fresno -- "Beautiful And Big Campus."
ALLEGRA, Fresno -- "I love the community feeling at Fresno State.
It feels like a small school, yet it's a large university."
WES, Fresno -- "My favorite thing about Fresno State has to be
the campus itself. It's a fairly large campus, but not overwhelming."
MICHELE, Fresno -- "The free internet!!! And my advisor, Sandi
Donohue!!"
AMBAR, Clovis -- "I enjoy watching the Bulldog football team and
the amount of school support they receive. I also like having the Save
Mart Center so close and being able to attend really good concerts."
JOSHUA, Fresno -- "The location, I only live a couple blocks from
the campus. It really cuts down on gas costs."
AMRIT, Fresno -- "I LIKE THE FOUNTAIN!"
ATTICUS, Fresno -- "I like the small-town culture. Students at
Fresno State are close-knit and stay together. Unlike bigger schools
that do not bond together because students commute, or take online
courses, or don't care about the school; Fresno State has a lot of pride
in its community. Outsiders know that students of Fresno State aren't
just your typical school kid but someone that acquires grit and
personality."
JENNIFER, Fresno -- "I love the support and close ties between
students and alumni. Also, the Fresno State ice cream can't be beat!
MICHAEL, Fresno -- "I love Fresno State for many reasons. I
appreciate the Alumni Association, the business, nursing, and
agriculture programs, school diversity, the professors and
administration, the sports programs, and I'm proud to be a part of the
San Joaquin Valley (Central Valley)."
VERONICA, Fresno -- "I like Fresno State because it's a place to
relax as well as study. The University Student Union is a great place to
hang out. It has everything. I love how you can go bowling, get anything
your appetite calls for, mail a letter, get your nails done, and so much
more all in one place."
TIMOTHY, Fresno -- "I LOVE the Marching Band!"
KATHLEEN, Fresno -- "I like the campus farm, plant sale, concerts
and the great professors that I had."
MICHELLE, Fresno -- "My favorite thing about Fresno State is
definitely the sports. I am especially a fan of the Men's Basketball
team and the football team. I've attended almost all the games my entire
life."
JOSHUA, Fresno -- "My favorite thing about Fresno State was
making many new friends last year when I lived in the dorms, many that I
still keep in touch with and some I'm sharing an apartment with." MARY LOU, Fresno -- "I Love the people at the EOP office for their help and dedication to the success of the students at Fresno State.
"I love being part of the Fresno State community. I wear my Fresno State colors with pride everywhere I go." RICHARD, Porterville 1/6
"As a first time student at Fresno State, the one thing that stands out the most and has become my favorite would have to be size of classes, I have not encountered a class in which the size of the class has become a problem." GUSTAVO, Bakersfield 1/6
"I have really enjoyed the relationships that I have developed with my professors and advisors over the years. I especially love going to Fresno State Football and Men's Basketball games." MICHAEL, Madera 1/6
"My favorite thing about Fresno State would have to be the diversity of the students. There are many ethnicities and many personalities. Also, the fraternities and sororities here have many philanthropies to charities and enjoy one another. And the sports programs here are top notch. I have been following Bulldog sports my whole life." MICHAEL, Firebaugh 1/6
"Reading the latest essays by Dr. Bruce Thornton, Director of Fresno State's Classics Program." PHILLIP, Fresno 1/5
"Since I now live in the greater Cincinnati area, I thoroughly enjoy the national recognition the Bulldog football team is receiving. It's a joy to watch my team on ESPN!" JENNIFER, Crescent Springs, KY 1/5
"I love the entire communicative disorders department!!!" STACEY, Clovis 1/5
"I think the education I am getting and my professors in the biology department (specifically Dr. Katti), are wonderful." REBECCA, Fresno 1/5
"I would have to say the fountain because I love to sit next to it in the summer and look at the water falling." NELSON, Clovis 1/4
"The diversity that I see on campus is amazing to me. I love the variety of activities that I can choose to participate in or be entertained by. I enjoy watching the 20,000+ students go by the fountain throughout the day. And I appreciate the various ways that Fresno State attempts to help me as a student with whatever I need." LORETTA, Clovis 1/4
"I have had outstanding classes in my credential program." CHERYL, Clovis 1/4
"The campus itself is very beautiful." DIANA, Fresno 1/2 "Great education, without leaving my home town, and the Save Mart Center." JASON, Fresno 1/2 "I love the graduate program I'm in. My classmates are great and my professors are the best I have every had. I have never met any professors that cared as much as the ones I have had in the Rehabilitation Counseling program!" LORIANNA, Hanford 1/1 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the sports events. What would our school be without the loud cheering football games, or the squeaks from the basketball court at our Bulldog basketball games. Just to go out and cheer on my school is fun enough for me! GO BULLDOGS! GREGORY, Fresno 1/1 "The cost of housing in the Fresno area makes attending CSU, Fresno very affordable when compared to the CSUs in San Francisco, San Diego, or even Sacramento." JEAN-TERSON, Fresno 12/30 "I really enjoy all the things that Fresno State is doing to improve its campus for its students. These things include the new library, the new gym, and the free or low price activities that the school sponsors." MEAGAN, Fresno 12/30 "Henry Delcore (Anthropology) and Yolanda Doud (Spanish) are wonderful professors. I enjoyed their class since beginning. Thank You for all your dedication to your students." ALEJANDRA, Reedley 12/30 "I like all of the new friends that I make each semester." JENNIFER, Fresno 12/30 "I like Fresno State because it is a student oriented university; it meets the students needs even when there are circumstances that are not favorable for students (library construction). They do their best to provide for the students. They look out for our best interests." JOHN, Fresno 12/29 "I think we have a beautiful campus, the Save Mart Center is awesome, the new movie theater is going to be great, and I am proud to be a student here." SANDRA, Hanford 12.29 "Honora Chapman, the Marching Band, the Music Program." BENJAMIN, San Jose 12/28 "Being a part of the Marching Band." TAYLOR, Fresno 12/28 "I like it all. It's a perfect environment for me. I just finished my first semester at Fresno State and loved every minute of it. I am a Crim Law Enforcement major and look forward for the rest of my time at Fresno State. I absolutely love the athletic programs at Fresno State! Go BULLDOGS!" KEVIN, Lodi, 12/27 "The location and atmosphere. Also, the Valley's pride in the university." ADRIANA, Fresno 12/27 "I like the athletic department. Sports bring much needed attention to the university." ROBERT, Fresno 12/27 "Dr. Frank's science classes." DENNIS, Fresno 12/27 "I love going to the Student Union, the Library, the Peter's Building computer lab, the Kremen building's computer lab, the LRC, the computer stations in the Student Union. I love that there are so many places with computer labs. No matter where I am at there is a computer lab where I can go to and check my email 'cause I love the Internet. So everything is pretty convenient for me...it's all at my fingertips. Peace." FERMINA, Selma 12/27 "The wide array of student activities available to Fresno State students. As a member of a a few clubs/orgs, I really like the way that these they come together and make a try to make a difference on campus." JANET, Hanford 12/27 "Fresno State Football.......The Dogs and of course the many nights of entertainment at the Save Mart Center!!!!!!!" ERIKA, Fresno 12/27 "How proud the community is of the school and how loyal all the Fresno State Bulldog fans are. Go Dogs!" JENNIFER, Fresno 12/27 "I love the campus. It is clean and beautiful everyday I have classes to attend. It is also a perfect layout where no class is too far to walk." TIPHANY, Coalinga 12/27 "I enjoy the Calteach Program." PAUL, Boron, 12/26 "The spirit and generosity of the students and the community play a major role in the success of Fresno State. Without such support, Fresno State would not be the great place it is today." MARTHA, Tulare 12/26 "The small classroom atmosphere." WILLIAM, Clovis 12/25 "The people and how extremely nice everyone is!" LYDIA, Selma 12/24 "The professors who work hard to help the students as much as they can to assure a quality program." CHRISTOPHER, San Ramon 12/23 "It's close to everything but still has a small-town feel." TAMARA, Las Vegas 12/23 "Professor Maretere Lopez (history) and the Fresno State Football team." GABRIEL, Fresno 12/22 "The football games are great fun. When the stadium is full you can feel the electricity." PAUL, Fresno 12/22 "The staff is the greatest! They are very helpful and they go the next step to help students." SONIA, Fresno 12/22 "I like being able to study in the new Science Bldg." MYLA, Clovis 12/21 "I love the Agriculture Department for the fact that mostly all of the teachers aren't just teachers, rather they have been out in the field or worked in the subject they are teaching, They bring their own personal experience to the classroom." NICOLE, Oakdale 12/21 "Bulldog football, friendly campus, and quality education." ALEX, Fresno 12/21 "I love the music and drama departments. I love the gardens and the science building...it is fantastic!!!!!!" LISA, Fresno 12/21 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is that even though we are a state college it is really a comfortable campus environment with great teachers. I'm not sure how to pinpoint it but I really like the atmosphere that Fresno State embodies." JUAN, Fresno 12/21 "I really enjoy the atmosphere on the campus and the numerous ways to get involved." CHRISTINE, Madera 12/21 "I love all the various plants and trees which qualify Fresno State as an arboretum. I also love the opportunities offered at Fresno State." JAMES, Porterville 12/21 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the highly ranked Entrepreneurship program that I am currently enrolled in." SMITH-JENKINS, Fresno 12/21 "Taking literature classes with Dr. Ruth Jenkins and Dr. Judy Rosenthal. Taking writing classes with Steve Yarbrough and Liza Wieland. Talking LOST with Dr. Weston. Telling Katie in the English Dept to watch LOST and read Jonathan Franzen." BRUCE, Fresno 12/21 "My favorite part of Fresno State is the beautiful atmosphere. The large trees and green grass are a great to look at compared to universities made of mostly stone." CYNTHIA, Fresno 12/21 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is that it is not a big campus and that it is close to home. Teachers are more accessible than at other campuses that are larger." ANA, Fresno 12/21 "Black board and My Fresno State. Least favorite - Traffic congestion caused by the Save Mart Center - interferes with education. Hard time getting to and leaving school." DONNA, Hanford 12/21 "I've managed to create wonderful bonds with members of the general advising staff on campus. They are loyal, hardworking, and devoted to making Fresno State a great campus." CRYSTAL, Sanger 12/21 "The English department." JAVIER, Mendota 12/21 "I love going to country shows at the Save Mart Center and going to Bulldog Stadium in the fall. Go Dogs!!!" CAROLYN, Fresno 12/20 "I love that Save Mart Center has so much to offer to students as well as others in the Central Valley. Also all of the great professors who are concerned about my learning and education in their class." ERIN, Lemoore 12/20 "The great community spirit of the university." ELVIA, Fresno 12/20 "I really like the whole atmosphere in general. I especially love my major: Mass Communication and Journalism." LAUREN, Clovis 12/20 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the Save Mart Center and how many big/famous guest appear there." JESSE, Fresno 12/20 "The community that is created on campus during school." ANGEL, Sanger 12/20 "I have a couple of favorite teachers at Fresno State so far, Schuler, McDonald, Durst, Von Berg, and the other crim teachers. I also enjoy the sports program, the football team is pretty good." JEREMY, Fresno 12/20 "The thing I like about Fresno State is the campus and the new Save Mart Center." JERRY, Clovis 12/20 "I enjoy the diverse culture that Fresno State has to offer." GARRETT, Fresno 12/20 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the fact that Fresno's rich diversity is reflected in the university's diverse opportunities, students, staff and faculty." AMY, Fresno 12/20 "Hanging out at the Free Speech area." DARCY, Yorba Linda 12/20 "I am born and raised in Fresno so its nice having a good university in my home town." MATT, Fresno 12/20 "My favorite part about Fresno State is Delta Sig, the football games, and Kappa Kappa Gamma, Dr. Price, Prof. Hufft, and Prof. Anagnostopoulos..." JOHN, Clovis 12/20 "The professors are so accessible. You get a university education from a personal faculty." MEGAN, Fresno 12/20 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is having the privilege of being a Smittcamp and Craig Scholar. Even though I am just a freshman, many doors have already been opened for me through these programs." CLAY, Firebaugh, 12/19 "I like my professors and the campus atmosphere." LOURDES, Firebaugh 12/19 "I love the fact that the instructors are providing me with skills I can use in the future and care about my success." LORI, Fresno 12/19 "Bulldog Football!" VICTORIA, Sacramento 12/19 "I love all the beautiful people that attend a beautiful campus in my home town of Fresno! Go Bulldogs!" JESUS, Fresno 12/19 "I love the Bulldogs Football program. I am a big fan of Pat Hill and look forward to reading articles about the football program." RAMINDER, Selma, CA 12/19 "It is a nice, clean, friendly campus." TARA, Fresno 12/19 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is their Continuing Education and Graduate School." JULIO, Mendota, CA 12/19 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is (1) the football team, they are doing awesome this year, (2) the professors are very helpful and give the students the motivation to continue their education, (3) the staff is very helpful to the students, especially new college students, and (4) the university for making the campus functional for us students, with the new banners on the light poles, and the new additions to the campus. All these things listed above makes me proud to be a Fresno State student. GO BULLDOGS!!!!!!!!" AMBER-Visalia, CA 12/19 "What I like most about Fresno State is the University Student Union. I work part-time at the USU and I believe that it offers many services to students and staff on campus. It's a great place to hang out or study between classes. It makes students feel safe and it is very comfortable!" CHRISTINE-Fresno 12/19 "The great sense of community. Also, the students and staff are very friendly." MICHAEL-Fresno 12/19 "I'm a proud Fresno State Alum, and also product of the central valley. For someone coming to Fresno State from outside of the Valley, this might not apply, but generally speaking, I think Fresno State instills the notion that you can come from relatively humble beginnings, and improve yourself through hard work and a focused approach. I think you see this throughout the university from the sports programs, all the way to the business program, and it's a reflection of mindset of the valley, where most people carry a healthy chip on their shoulder. Compare and contrast to say, a Notre Dame, which has privileges such as the current BCS arrangement, and you start to understand why it's easy to be a proud supporter of the university and it's programs, regardless of their level of success. Everything achieved here, has been genuinely earned..." JERRY-Fair Oaks, CA 12/19 "I've had some REALLY good professors...and I like where Fresno State is located." RACHAEL, Sanger, CA 12/19 "The football team and how our team is national broadcast over ESPN. I never knew that about our team." CHOW MAI-Kerman, CA 12/19 "The engineering college outreach programs are a great thing..." KEITH, Clovis, CA 12/19 "I love that the classes are average size and most professors are understanding in meeting the students needs." SUSY, Fresno 12/19 "From a student's standpoint my favorite thing about Fresno State is the campus. I love how it is set up. When you are on campus, you feel like you are on a college campus. I like how it is enclosed. It sounds funny, but when I have been on other campuses I hate how they're set up. I don't like how you have to cross a street to go to the next building. Fresno State has a lovely campus. The other thing is I've gotten a great education at Fresno State. Fresno has amazing teachers. From the standpoint of a lifelong Fresno resident, my favorite thing about Fresno State is how it has the power to bring the community together. Fresno State sports are an EVENT in this town. My whole life I have loved how the town comes together and practically closes down on football nights. It's the best!" SARAH, Fresno 12/18 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is having the opportunity to sit in the student section at a bulldog home football game. People her in Fresno are very passionate about their football team and it shows at the games which makes for a fun environment." CARLOS-Fresno 12/19 "Good counselors and Criminology Program." DAVID-Fresno 12/19 "My favorite thing: The new facilities being brought to the Fresno State campus and having the Save Mart Center being one of the greater facilities to offer." DAVID-Fresno 12/19 "The best thing about Fresno State is that it is extremely close to home." DHALIWAL-Fresno 12/19 "I love the Save Mart Center, it is such a great facility. And I love the atmosphere of the campus, everyone is so friendly." ALLY, Fresno 12/18 "I enjoy the campus and the people. The professors are interested in their students progress." DALE-Fresno 12/18 "I like the interaction with all the people in the social work department." ISELA-Fresno 12/18 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the atmosphere on campus. The school is very big, yet the culture of the valley is seen throughout the campus. Open mindedness is displayed throughout as well. There is never a time where you do not see people at least twice a week. The professors are friendly, and there are plenty events to do on campus. Fresno State has made me a better person, through personality and cultural adjustment." CHARLES, Fresno 12/18 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the sports atmosphere. Although State isn't known around the nation, like other universities, it still has a large supporting fan base". AMY-Dinuba, CA 12/18 "The diversity of the student, staff, and faculty population." AIDE, Clovis, CA 12/18 "The campus, its so beautiful!...compared to other Cal States, we have one of the best campuses!" ANNE, Fontana, CA 12/18 "It is near home and has a good academic reputation." AMANDA, Del Rey, CA 12/18 "Fresno State has a great atmosphere that is really welcoming to all new and old students. Students can get to know their professors on a one-to-one basis, while working with them through research, projects, and in the classroom -- an environment that really promotes good teaching and students." JESSICA, Armona, CA 12/18 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the soon to be Rec Center. In my Mechanical Systems and Codes Class (ID 110), we toured the facility in the earlier stages and we got to see the studs of the walls that support the structure. It was very interesting to see how a major project like the rec center develops in stages..." VERONICA, Fresno 12/18 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the community feeling. When you see your professors, they actually know who you are. You make lasting friendships with your classmates. This campus gives you a sense of self, that can usually only be found at smaller private colleges." KATHRINE, Fresno 12/17 "The professors at Fresno State are the best! I'm a junior and have only had two I didn't like. I also like the campus; everything's within walking distance. And even though it's a small school, the quality of the education hasn't been sacrificed. The program is really thorough--my parents, who both went to Pepperdine, tell me their education wasn't nearly as intensive as mine has been. I'm also a member of the equestrian team, which is one of the best in the nation, and I absolutely LOVE it! Fun times with great people. I've made all my best friends through the team. Fresno City itself makes it good to be a student at Fresno State. People are really supportive of the school and that makes me proud to be a Bulldog." HEATHER, Squaw Valley, CA 12/17 "The thing I like most about Fresno State is the diversity among the professors. I am a reentry student and the first college that I attended was Cal State Northridge in the early 1980s and the only time students were in contact with professors of color were in the Pan African Studies Dept. or the Chicano Studies Dept, but now in 2005 students can take almost any class and have a professor of color. If students are smart, which I am quite sure that they are, they will take this grand opportunity and learn from the diversified staff presented to them at Fresno State." VANESSA, Lemoore, CA 12/17 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is that it's my hometown University and I am a proud student. The professors and all the different departments' staff help students in continuing their education!" PATRICIA, Fresno 12/17 "The USU--it has almost everything." AIDE, Fresno 12/17 "Their diversity of majors and studies." 12/17 "Overall, I enjoy attending Fresno State as a student. Also, some of my favorites would be the LRC program and the academic advisors who are always willing to help students out." CHAMPIDENG, Fresno 12/17 "The teachers. they make it worthwhile to go to class." PEDRO, Visalia, CA 12/17 "Fresno State has a great atmosphere that is really welcoming to all new and old students. Students can get to know their professors on a one-to-one basis, while working with them through research, projects, and in the classroom - an environment that really promotes good teaching and students." JESSICA, Armona, CA 12/17 "The professors sincerely care for their students and work with the students. Professors, in my experience, understand that not every student has the option of attending school and that college is not their only focus. The professors understand students work full time, have families and other responsibilities." DEBORAH, Visalia 12/17 "Fresno State football games" RONALD, Fresno 12/17 My favorite things: "Athletics and the awesome academic buildings that are going up around the campus. Fresno State is making a name for itself on the national stage and I live in Georgia." AARON, Dallas, GA 2/15 "The friends I made while attending Fresno State. :) Janine Quisenberry was one of my favorite supervisors for my final student teaching." CYNTHIA, Sacramento, CA 12/14 "FRESNO STATE SOFTBALL" STEPHEN, Fresno 12/14 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is the squirrels that run around when the weather is warm enough. I bring almonds to school in my backpack in case I see one. Then I make a squirrel sound with my mouth and they look over and if I keep making the sound and squat down and put my hand out, they come over and sometimes they'll take the nut straight out of my hand. OH! and I love the horses there too!" JOHN, Clovis, CA 12/14 "Three words: Fresno State Football" 12/14 "I'd have to say my favorite thing about Fresno State is simply being a Bulldog and being DAMN PROUD OF IT! No one can ever take that away from me..." BRYANT, Taft, CA 12/14 "I received both my BS and MS degrees in Animal Sciences at California State University, Fresno and just recently earned my PhD in Swine Nutrition here at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign! Although our basketball team and several of our departments bring us national recognition, I miss the ability to know most of the people in your department and also the smaller campus size that are present at Fresno State. Of course, I loved working at the swine unit and meat science lab and miss my graduate advisor who outshines many of the professors here at U of Illinois!" JENNIFER, Champaign, IL 12/13 "I love the students on the campus. The student population of Fresno State is so diverse that it is a joy to walk around and see so much cultural and ideological diversity on this campus. That is what I like most about Fresno State." ROBERT, Fresno 12/13 "My favorite part about Fresno State is the campus atmosphere. It has a perfect balance between small school feel, but has a large and diverse student body. Everyone seems friendly and it is easy to get to know people." JOCELYN, Fresno 12/13 "I like the diversity of the campus. You get to meet a lot of different people. And of course all the great concerts at the Save Mart Center." 12/13 "I spent my four years at Fresno State and I liked everything about this university. It is very hard for me to pick the best area Fresno State is good at. Right from cost of living, standards of university, professors, administrative personnel and most of all the campus environment." CHAITANYA, San Diego, CA 12/12 "The diversity on campus. Interaction between students and teachers." SUNDEEP, Clovis, CA 12/12 "I love the play productions at the John Wright theatre. I have never been disappointed with the set or the acting." JADE, Coarsegold, CA 12/12 "Division I-A sports." BRENDON, Fresno 12/12 I enjoy Fresno States wide range of professors and the Save Mart Center helps too. The professors like Dr. Helsel and Dr. Jendian make going to school worth while. TASHA, Fresno 12/12 "L.J. Fine, from the recreation department is an amazing instructor. He keeps classes interesting and fresh, while making sure to instill the theories he's teaching into students and giving them many chances in which to practice and perfect the new knowledge." 12/11 "There's always something going on. It's nice to see the cool stuff the vendors have outside the bookstore or to hear a live band playing on campus." 12/11 "I love how Fresno State was founded with the intentions of advancing the agriculture industry in the Valley. But I don’t like how it’s slowly disappearing because of urban sprawl." 12/11 "Fresno State is the perfect balance between a big college atmosphere and a small liberal arts college education because of class size and having classes with actual professors. I love that the whole community is behind the Bulldogs, and the values we stand for. Go Dogs!" 12/11 "Living in San Diego, I sure appreciate to hear about the success of Fresno State athletics. However, I know there's so much more that I adore & recall. I think about the amazing skills I learned at the School of Business. Those wonderful artsy classes that I took, giving me a welcome break from my business classes. I recall Dr. Harry Harris--just amazing... memorable after all these years. Air Guitar---performing in front of 4000 students--what a high. No one can doubt my education though there may be raised eyebrows about Fresno State. I am filled with pride. I was one of the 20,000 at the recent football game vs. USC. Best of all...I'm grounded, ...successful... content... and had the best, well-rounded and memorable college experience." 12/11 "I like that my son, who attends Fresno State, is enjoying his experiences & education at such a fine University." 12/11 "The wide variety of events from athletics, to guest speakers and major concerts put our campus on the map." 12/10 "The new Save Mart Center with well known acts for all ages! My daughter's favorite is the Wiggles!" 12/10 "I LOVE being part of the family! GO DOGS!" 12/10 "The football team and its famed "Red Wave" have to be two of my most favorite things on campus. It is nice to see the whole school and practically the whole Valley coming together and supporting Fresno State. I believe that this shows the entire nation how much we value Fresno State despite its size compared to bigger schools." TRISTAN, Fresno 12/9 "My favorite thing about Fresno State was football. I used to love going to the tailgate, the band, the girls, the game, oh my!" ELIJAH, Sacramento, CA 12/9 "I love going to Bulldog football and Men's Basketball games home or away." MICHAEL, Madera, CA 12/9 "Now that the Save Mart Center is in full swing, I like how it has brought fresh business to the local economy, not to mention more great entertainment to the Valley!" CYRUS, Clovis, CA 12/9 "My favorite thing for me about Fresno State is that it is convenient for me...I am a commuter student so, yeah, I like live here at State except I don't have a bed here on campus to sleep here..." FERMINA, Selma, CA 12/9 "I LOVE THE AGGIES!" MEGAN, Fresno 12/9 "Hearing the band practice and/or play before a football game!" DENISE, Fresno 12/9 "My favorite thing about Fresno State is going to watch my "brother" play basketball in the Save Mart Center..." CHRISTINA, Fresno 12/9 "The Save Mart Center I think is one of the best things that has been brought to Fresno State. It provided not only Fresno State, but the entire valley with a entertainment center that houses not only desired performers, but also sporting events." ASHLEY, Fresno 12/9 "The energy of the students!" ELLEN, Fresno 12/9 "I really like the fact that everyone can turn Fresno State into a university that works for them. I also enjoy the campus, and the people that are a part of it. I really enjoy some classes with competent professors, and the many events (student activities and sports) on campus." JUAN, Fresno 12/9 "Fresno State has been very good to me and will always hold a very special place in my life. I may have been born in Los Angeles and raised in Burbank but my heart will always remain with Fresno State. I am proud to be a Bulldog!" STEVEN, Burbank, CA 12/9 "The whole atmosphere, complete with plenty of greenery, beautiful flowers, memorials all over, the Peace Garden and the bells. They add up to a university that's matured a lot in the 30-plus years since I've been away." LANNY, Fresno 12/8 "Favorites: FresnoStateNews.com; FresnoStateAlumni.com; the bulldog byte and 3 degrees: ba, ma and mba." PETER, Fresno 12/8 "The Fresno State Football Team." 12/8 "The campus grounds - the park like setting. Walking around campus provides an escape from the day-to-day rush." DIANE, Fresno 12/8 "The planetarium...a real plus for the campus..." 12/8 "Fresno State gives me the education to get into the career field in which I desire." ADAM, Visalia, CA 12/8 "The International Student Services Programs Office in the Joyal Administration Building provides an excellent service for international students. Being an international student, I got the quickest and most helpful replies from the ISSP office when applying to different universities in the United States. I am very thankful for that." LIMBADA, Fresno 12/8 "I think Fresno State is the best thing about the valley. Overall, I believe it is a great university and Bulldog sports always have something exciting going on, whether it controversial or not, they are always in the news." JOSEPH, Fresno 12/8 "My favorite memory of attending Fresno State is actually graduating. I love watching the Fresno Falcons at the Save Mart Center." 12/8 "My favorite thing...Fresno State football." MIKE, Hanford, CA 12/8 "Best things at Fresno State...The Save Mart Center and Bulldog Football" 12/8 "My favorite professor is Dr. Kuhn of French from the Department of Modern and Classical Languages & Literatures." SHANE, Fresno 12/8 | |||||||||
