But I could never have gotten where I am without the help of Saul Sztam, the director of student services in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. When I was down on my luck and doing awful in school, he gave me one last chance that I've taken full advantage of. Without him, I would not be writing this today. That is a very important plus. Potential employers do look at that.
Many people believe that going to college is just about getting a degree.
I believe even more importantly, college provides life experiences one would otherwise not have. My recommendation to any Latino who wants to be successful in college is to be as involved as possible. While good grades and possessing a degree are generally accepted to be important, being active is just as, if not more, important. It demonstrates that you're not just a student, you're a well-rounded student. The College Reach Out Program increases awareness of the educational and career opportunities available to students in middle and high school grades.