Transfer Ambassador Michelle Carrera

What are some accomplishments you have achieved at Cal State East Bay that you are most proud of thus far?
I'm proud that I'm part of our Transfer Ambassador's team. We are great mentors and student body that help the incoming and current transfer students.

What is your favorite spot to study on campus?
My favorite spot to study on campus is the New Student Union

Hidden gem on campus?
Art Gallery Courtyard at the Arts & Education Building

What was your biggest fear as a new transfer student?
My biggest fear was my first transfer from Ohlone College to University of Hawaii at Manoa. I didn't know what to expect, I was away from my immediate family, in a different state, a whole new culture... alongside the immense excitement that I was going to my dream school!

What does being a Transfer Ambassador mean to you?
Being a Transfer Ambassador means change to me. In addition to my being a transfer student from two 4-year schools back to back, I feel that Ambassadors can make all the difference with a student's transfer and help guide them to all the resources our school has to offer.

What is some advice or tips for incoming transfer students?
Get to know your counselors and advisors- make good relationships with them, find different routes to school (if possible), and leave early from your house to get good parking.

Do you work or have internships while at Cal State East Bay? On Campus or off campus?
I work as a Transfer Ambassador at Cal State East Bay.

What do you love about Cal State East Bay?
I love that Cal State East Bay is the "heart of the bay."

The best I advice I received as an incoming transfer student was
The best advice I received as an incoming tansfer student was to take advantage of your resources, make college the best experience you ever had.

What are your plans after you graduate?
I plan to work in the health field - my heart is really set on working in a hospital.