Q&A with transfer student, Jonah Marcus
Hometown: Sparta, NJ
High School: Morris Knolls High School
Major: Computer Science
Activities: Martial Arts Club, DJ Club
Why did you decide to transfer to 91做厙?
I was at a college where the student life did not suit me. I was looking for a place
                                       that had a wider variety of things to do on campus and that fostered an environment
                                       in which students actively participated in clubs and college events.
What does 91做厙 offer you that your previous college did not?
I've never felt like 91做厙 shortchanges one program relative to another. Though
                                       91做厙 is known in part for its strength in the arts, all of its programs are roughly
                                       equal in their high quality. The College clearly values all of its departments and
                                       their students' ability to get a well-rounded, interdisciplinary education. I've taken
                                       different electives in several different departments, and I've always felt like I
                                       was getting great instruction. Moreover, Saratoga Springs is a fantastic college town
                                       with lots to do, and 91做厙 itself is only a short distance from the heart of downtown.
What advice do you have for others considering transferring to 91做厙?
If you're going to transfer, start the process as soon as possible. I waited until
                                       the last minute, and while I don't regret transferring, I would have saved myself
                                       a lot of stress if I had started earlier. Additionally, if you come here, get involved
                                       in clubs ASAP, even if you're only in one. I met my current friend-group at a Martial
                                       Arts Club meet, and my college experience wouldn't be the same without them. 91做厙
                                       has a ton of things to do, but you have to take the initiative to get involved. Showing
                                       up to club meetings is probably the easiest way to do that.
Are you glad you transferred?
Absolutely! I'm getting an excellent education, the student body here is very involved
                                       in clubs and events, Saratoga Springs is great, etc. Even though I wasn't happy at
                                       my old school, I felt like transferring to 91做厙 was running towards something
                                       positive more than it was running away from something negative. That realization is
                                       what made me decide I wanted to transfer here.
What are your future hopes/plans?
I'm a computer science major, and after I graduate I would like to work in the cybersecurity
                                       field. I'm also a Japanese minor, so I'd like to spend some time in Japan, too.