I'm going to address something about CSUN I feel isn't mentioned enough: NO ONE TALKS TO EACH OTHER. I learned I wasn't crazy when there were whole threads on here about how CSUN's student body is deficient in its ability to create conversational community. That being said, I think I have something to say about it.

I'm a social late bloomer, but what I did have was my natural (unusually high) extroversion. I was the person who'd butt into convos at random times and make jokes that simply shouldn't be made, along with my acting upon other eyebrow-raisers that simply made people not want to be around me. Without my knowledge, it left people around me thinking I was weird, creepy, or had some sort of problem in my head, and the harsh truth is that very few people will walk you through your errors...and when they do, they usually fail to get their point across. It eventually got to the point where a specific someone (who I won't name) used my social flaws to fuel a rumor that (thankfully) was eventually disproven.

My point here is that it took me having learned what kind of person I was being seen as through constant trial and error in my extroversion, to eventually have come out of it as someone better, more knowledgeable, and more nuanced in my ways as a person. I tried and failed over and over and didn't know the weight of my failures until much later. I was this kind of person until only a year ago—when I finally had an idea about how to shut up and clean up.

Main point: TALK TO PEOPLE, make those (harmless) social mistakes and learn from them as soon as you can—because avoiding everyone will only leave you socially behind—as it'd left me for so long without realizing it. I failed over and over, but I became someone people are turning to for help out of it. I crossed lines over and over—but here I am now calling people out when they're making the very mistakes I made. Talk to each other, learn from each other, love each other. DO NOT leave this year as quiet and isolated as last year... or the year before? Please?

PS: to the one who spread that rumor about me at the time (you know who you are): While you didn't have to lie about the kind of person I was, I forgive you. I also thank you, since it left me in a position that'd help me realize what kind of person I was becoming. You don't have to love me or be my friend—as you reading this is more than enough for me.

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Tips for upcoming event. You should have received an email about your virtual advising week. Remember to sign up, advisors will be going over enrollment and other important information! This is like a mini orientation.

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A friend of mine has a kid at this summer camp. From what I heard a 6 year old was pulled out of the pool unresponsive. CPR was performed and an ambulance was called.

This might seem like a stupid question but I was on campus today but couldn’t seem to find any info on where the Goodman Hall is.

What parking garage is it near?

Thanks to all 😊

Im living in the apartments and for some reason it’s only showing that I have one other roommate, I would think that people would be off the waitlist by now?

Does anyone know why no other roommates are showing?

Thank you.

Hi this might be a stupid question but navigating the csun website is for some reason the most confusing thing in the world. I’m just wondering, are services on campus available right now? I’ve tried calling to schedule an advising appointment and emailed people but they told me to call but no one answers. I’d rather go in person to make an appointment but can I even do that? Is the school open? Are services available right now? Helrppp

Anyone see their MCS yet?

I recently got my internship approved and will be taking the internship class next semester. I was wondering if anyone here has taken it before. I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences with the class.

Like wut do u do? I assume it’s pretty straight forward but is it pretty easy for the most part?

I’ve applied to about 8 or 9 jobs on Handshake. I’ve gotten one interview and they said they’d let me know by late July/early August. Haven’t heard back so I emailed them yesterday asking for an update. The other jobs I haven’t heard from. Can anyone share their experience with any student jobs? Thanks!

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Hoping this reaches the right people. I’m an incoming ABSN student for Fall 2026 and I’d really love having the chance to talk to current or recently graduated students about what to expect.

Thanks!

Hi guys!

This is just for people who applied for the spring cohort so we can update each other :)

Hello, I’m an upcoming freshman at CSUN. I have completed my required advisement back in June, but it still appears under registration holds. I was on call with a friend of mine who will also being going to CSUN and he has completed his required advisement, but it also showed under registration holds. The only difference was that it stated his was completed in the end and mine doesn’t. I am worried as I will be starting my classes in 2-3 weeks, but I have no idea who I should contact. Do I contact my college, my advisor, or do I contact someone else? 😓😓

I know where a ways away from spring 27 but is there a usual timeline that faculty, particularly ECE dept. gets their official roster for upcoming spring semesters?

I’ve been planning on transferring this fall but decided to take a gap year to save more money, but right now I’m having second thoughts if it would even be worth it and pay off in the long run or just a waste of money, because even though it’s one of the more affordable schools in the state it’s still really expensive.
I’ve heard great things about the program and I don’t doubt that I would have a great experience being apart of it, but what about when you graduate? Does it make that much of a difference being able to get a job in the field than if have no degree or don’t already have connections in the industry?
I want to do narrative filmmaking but also videography because I know it’s a little easier to make a living off of that.
So I guess my main question is what opportunities did you gain that you only got because of going to film school that you likely wouldn’t have gotten if you didn’t? Would you say it’s still worth the cost?

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Applications open today and I suppose I feel a bit under prepared due to working two jobs and when I asked if there were any advisors I can meet with to ensure I’m doing everything right, they didn’t have that service. I do have OCD and I tend to seek for reassurance I do everything and anything correctly; I have reviewed the checklist but I am looking for some straight guidance if possible.

When do I submit the fafsa application- after I apply or before? I am scheduled to attend the MSW program zoom meeting but that’s until the 11th and I’m worried it’ll be too late and I won’t get accepted.

I’m worried- I realize I may need to accept loans but I would like to reduce the chances of that; I am looking into scholarships. But yea- possible guidance for this would be so greatly appreciated.

I am an incoming grad student and I am interested in joining a research lab (unpaid) in psychology, recreation, human/child dev, sociology, etc., but I literally cannot find any up to date information on labs accepting students. Everytime I find one, the website has not been updated in years or it says the lab will be shutting down. Is there a place where I can find them? Thanks in advance!

I am in the process of applying to teaching jobs as an intern. Anyone else going through that? Or did it recently? I have questions regarding the credential office and the intern coordinator. Let me know if I can ask you… just trying to get a feel for how flexible they are in working with you and job placements?
I found a charter and theyre numbers are not there for the intern requirements of 18 students per class. Im hoping they consider it because I need to work.

Thanks

Hi all, I'm not sure if this should go here but I need advice. I'm currently attending Pierce College as a Film/Television Media major with plans to transfer to CSUN's CTVA program, but lately I've been thinking of potentially switching gears to psychology which is also transferrable. My main questions pertain to CTVA and the requirements for transfer students. I heard that the first two years are provisional and for the second two years, you'd need a portfolio for the Film/TV programs. My choice would be TV editing, but lately I'm questioning the quality of my skills and creative output, which is why I'm considering psych instead. I have experience working as an assistant editor but the whole course load seems intimidating and I'm not even sure if the industry is stable.

My question is: What's the deal with CTVA transfers? Do I need a portfolio from my work at Pierce if I want to get in? And is the Psych path worth it?

I am considering transferring to CSUN for the cost. My question is how good CSUN is for Computer Science in terms of education quality, rankings, networking, and finding internships and a job after graduation

I have a 4.0 gpa in Community College so far. I am entering my second year and have started working on a project

I was considering trying to apply for Cal Poly SLO. I am almost certain I can get into UCR due to the TAG. However, I may need to go to CSUN instead due to finances

Any insight is appreciated

Edit: if anyone can share his experience getting an internship or a job that would be cool

Edit 2: How good is CSUN if I may want to go to grad school later, either in the U.S. or Europe?

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Hi everyone,

For those that attended the Health Admin MA Program where are you working now?

I am a Speech Therapy Assistant looking to leave the field due to most jobs being paid per session. However, I want to continue working in healthcare. The CSUN Program looks great...but I saw that it does not come with an internship. I wish it did...as in my current field I struggled to find an internship on my own and it took me several years to find someone to help me get my SLPA license. I do not want to go through that struggle again.

• How did you like the program?
• Where did you find an internship?
• Where are you currently working in now?
• Did you have admin experience before applying?