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PROS AND CONS OF SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY (FROM A TRANSFER STUDENT) | VLOG #8
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PROS AND CONS OF SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY (FROM A TRANSFER STUDENT) | VLOG #8

Introduction

The speaker introduces the topic of pros and cons of attending San Diego State University and provides some background information.

Pros and Cons of Attending SDSU

  • The speaker provides a list of pros and cons for attending SDSU.
  • The first con mentioned is that there are 30,000 students at SDSU, making it challenging to get into classes.
  • Upper division classes also have many students, making it difficult to get into certain classes.
  • Meeting friends can be challenging due to the large student population.
  • The Aztec Recreation Center can get crowded due to the high number of students. It is currently being rebuilt and will open in 2021.
  • Some buildings on campus are older, such as Adams Humanities building and the library.
  • SDSU is an open campus, which means there are no gates or walls. This can lead to homeless people walking around on campus and petition signers approaching students frequently.

Pros

  • SDSU has great places to eat on campus, including Habit Grill, OG's Pizza, West Commons (with Socal Chicken), Subway, Panda Express, Shakesmart (with Acai bowls), Trujillo's (Mexican food), and Epic Wings & Things.

Student Life at SDSU

In this section, the speaker talks about the student life at San Diego State University (SDSU), including the diversity of the student population, facilities on campus, and student organizations.

Diversity of Student Population

  • SDSU has a diverse student population with a significant Hispanic community.
  • There are many student organizations catering to minority groups.

Facilities on Campus

  • SDSU has many facilities available to students, including a 24/7 study area under the library.
  • The library also has a section where students can bring food.
  • The student union offers various activities such as food markets, night markets, and movie nights.
  • There is a bowling alley on campus that is free for students with a gym membership. Shoes can be rented for $1.
  • The gym features basketball courts, a rock climbing wall, pool tables, and ping pong tables.
  • There is also a large swimming pool on campus.

Student Organizations

  • SDSU has many sororities and fraternities that are predominantly white but there are present sororities catered towards minority groups.

Academics and Sports Teams at SDSU

In this section, the speaker discusses academics and sports teams at San Diego State University (SDSU).

Academics

  • SDSU is known for its good academics due to its high admission standards.
  • Professors hold students accountable but ultimately it's up to each individual to make their own learning experience.

Sports Teams

  • SDSU has one of the best sports teams in the country with an undefeated basketball team last semester before being cut short due to COVID19 pandemic.
  • Many athletes from SDSU go on to play professional sports.

Fun Facts about SDSU

In this section, the speaker shares some fun facts about San Diego State University (SDSU).

  • Many YouTubers film on campus, and there are many students who are also YouTubers.
  • The speaker's friends have appeared in YouTube videos filmed on campus.
  • The student life at SDSU is one of the biggest highlights of the university.
Video description

5 Pros and Cons of San Diego State University. Coming from a transfer student. Though these are general, most if not all other pros and cons on SDSU videos are from Freshmans becoming sophomores so here is a different take on it. I realize this is my longest video but I hope you stayed until the end! I’ll talk about how packed SDSU is, SDSU class registration, waitlists, and much more! Check out my other videos! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ2V6Y-gdXAK1KAtdiOdn4Q? _____________ Like, Subscribe, Comment Follow me on Instagram! @ekfern_yt Shout out to these SDSU Youtubers: Leah Lorraine - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCPu27tXSxHd9n5sHVw2g-Q Emily Myint - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnxiPXxkXTIE97JeStbBywQ Keana Skurla - https://www.youtube.com/user/thatmakeupgirl09 Intro & Outro Music: Post Malone - I Fall Apart (Slander Remix) I own no rights to the music used. Under fair use. All photos were pulled from Google Images The BlackLivesMatter movement is also one we hold dear in our hearts. As people of color, we are allies in the fight against social and systemic racism. Only love can prevail!