Student Testimonials
The journey of college at first, seemed like a treacherous maze that would take me years to finish. I started college with zero knowledge and was scared and confused. My parents had gone to college years ago and what they had described was much different than than what I experienced. It seemed like I was alone and it would stay like that for the rest of my college experience. However, ever since joining EOPS that maze now is non existent, because they have opened my eyes and have shown me that college is not a maze but an experience to treasure for the rest of my life. The counselor I was fortunate enough to get had been, not just a great mentor, but had been somebody I can rely on and trust. The counselors create a clear academic plan for us, and they make the goal of transferring or graduating seem less far away and in our grasp. The counselors at EOPS treat us like family and genuinely want us to succeed. And unlike anyone else, the EOPS counselors actually try to get to know us and want to follow our story.
One of my favorite counselors from EOPS was Urias Garcia. He has always been very supportive of me and extremely helpful. Not only has he helped me with my anxiety regarding my transfer process, but he's also helped connect me with many different people in the field of higher education that I want to enter. He goes above and beyond for his students and has really helped me with my transition process as I transfer to the University of Riverside! Go Highlanders! Thank you Urias and EOPS for being and continue to be so helpful and supportive.
I was in the EOPS program for over 2 years. The EOPS program provides many services that have helped me to achieve my goals. The EOPS counseling staff has given me great advice that has helped me to choose classes and plan my schedule wisely. The program has also given me priority for class registration, which allowed me to get the classes I needed to transfer and move closer to my goals. I am very thankful for this program.
As a low-income student, attending college has come with many financial and academic challenges. The Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) program has been an important source of support throughout my educational journey. Without the assistance provided by EOPS, it would have been much more difficult for me to remain focused on my academic goals and continue progressing toward my degree. EOPS has helped me by providing financial assistance through grants and other resources that have helped cover educational expenses such as books, supplies, transportation, and other costs associated with attending college. This support has reduced some of the financial stress that many low-income students face and has allowed me to concentrate more fully on my studies. In addition to financial support, EOPS has connected me with valuable tutoring services that have helped me strengthen my understanding of course material and improve my academic performance. The counseling services have also been extremely beneficial, providing guidance with educational planning, course selection, transfer preparation, and personal encouragement when challenges arose. Furthermore, the workshops offered through EOPS have helped me develop important academic and professional skills, including time management, study strategies, financial literacy, and career preparation. These resources have given me the tools and confidence needed to successfully navigate college. Through the support of EOPS, I have been able to stay on track toward earning my Associate Degree in Accounting and pursuing my future educational and career goals. I am sincerely grateful for the opportunities, guidance, and encouragement that EOPS has provided throughout my college experience.
