The seasons changing can be nostalgic for some people, yet this fall brings nothing but confusion and frustration for California students. Today, getting an education seems harder than running for president of the United States.
It has come to our attention that this campus will be undergoing more class cuts for the next three semesters. This is not an isolated event. The Daily News reports that California State University Northridge will be cutting 2,800 students next year and Pierce College plans to snip 225 classes off its curriculum.
Students are also being forced to deal with another consequence of the class cuts: fewer sections means larger classes.
This comes at a time when campus population is rising due to the recession.
Though classes are full, the level of instruction being provided by faculty has not diminished one bit.
When will it be over? Jack Scott, California community colleges chancellor for the State of California, would like nothing more than to tell everyone that the state is well on the road to recovery but that is just not the case.
“While the world and U.S. economies have shown some signs of turnaround in recent months, all indications are that the recovery will be slow and will take an extended period of time. Until the economy regains its strength, the California state budget will continue its struggles,” Scott said.
Though this news may cause dismay in students, we must all acknowledge our campus, deans, professors and faculty members for doing all that they can to lessen the bumps on this economic rollercoaster.
Plus, let’s not forget the billions being spent on the voter-approved construction and modernization of our lovely campus.
Let’s face it people, classes are getting cut and there’s nothing students can do about it, so make the best of it. Instead of burying your face in a bowl of ice cream pondering your days on this planet, make the most with what you’ve got and be proactive. By doing so you may realize that it’s not as bad as you may think.
Discuss your options with a counselor at Counseling Services located on the main floor of the Students Services Center.
Registration for winter and spring semesters begins on Nov. 24 for continuing students. It is strongly suggested that each student register for their necessary classes as soon as possible to guarantee themselves a spot.
If a class which you need has been cut, search other campuses to facilitate your needs such as the Compton Center, Long Beach City College and Santa Monica College.
Students need to not feel trapped. We’re going to get out of this just fine.
