Student Perspectives

"Prior to coming to Discover! I was nervous about beginning college with where I was going to live, how I was going to know where to go, what was going to be expected academically, etc. Now, because of all the activities and information provided during Discover! I feel I am well prepared to begin college at CWU."

"Orientation is pretty cool; I really liked it." -Brent Garcia; Thorp, WA

"It was cool, it gave me an idea of the campus layout and made me feel more ready for college." -Jessica Schuyleman; Issaquah, WA

"Orientation was the best experience ever! Never at any point did I regret coming to CWU." -Ross Beaulaurier; Yakima, WA

"Come for Karaoke!" -Chad Antonie; Yakima, WA

"Discover was an amazing experience. I really enjoyed orientation ans it helped me become comfortable with the idea of going to college in the fall. My questions were thoroughly answered, and I can't wait to start!" -Kimberly Wilder; Yakima, WA

"Wellington gives Discover two thumbs up!!!" - Wellington Wildcat

"It was wonderful to meet people just as goofy and outgoing as I am." -Jessica Geer; Kirkland, WA

"First impressions are important in many situations. Discover! definitely left a great one." -Noah Layton; Poulsbo, WA

"The Red Shirts made this experience easy and fun!" -Jeremy Mohn; Tacoma, WA

"The comedian was great" - David Ray; Kirkland, WA

"Bring plenty of water and a bike. It makes everything much easier." -Alex Pierce; Seattle WA

"80% of the mostly helpful things at Discover helped my with 61% of my thoughts about 22% of college. 98% of those I use all the time." -Jeff Thompson; Brier, WA

"Discover is a memory that will stick with me throughout my life." -Jon Schwei; Longview, WA

"Orientation was awesome, thumbs up." -Sean Nichols, Everett, WA

"It was fun and exciting." -Nick Nesmith, Ellensburg, WA

"I thought orientation was well organized, well though out, and very informative." -Stephen Nicol; Burlington, WA

"Information packed two days with step into the future." -Lita Nicholas, Oak Harbor, WA

"The orientation leaders really helped me 'discover' what classes would be best for me and what requirements I needed to fulfill. Thanks Callie and Alex!" -Josh Kive; Kennewick, WA

"Very helpful!" -Linda Restis; Kent, WA

"New Student Orientation gives kids an idea of what they are getting into before they get here." -Rick Fredrickson; Le Grand, OR

"I learned more from the red shirts than from anyone else!" -Tanya C. Kent, WA

"Being an orientation leader has been one of the most rewarding leadership experiences of my life. I am sure that I will continue to use these people skills throughout my future career. I will always remember being a red shirt!" -Jolene Belisle; Sedro-Wooley, WA

"Group 18s orientation leader, Alex, was really cool." -Nathan Wolanin

"Orientation was really helpful. I learned a lot that will help me adjust to college life a lot easier next fall." -Becky Wyandt; Bellingham, WA

"Orientation was great!" - Amanda Woodward

"Thank you for your energy and commitment to introducing us to Central. You made the experience enjoyable and interesting. I find myself less nervous and more excited for the fall! Thanks again!" -James Nyberg

"This was such a great experience! I got all my questions answered and I got to meet great new people! Thanks!" -Valerie Morton

"Of all the groups, and all the people, our group was the best... even if they don't think we won we know we're winners inside!" -Russell Holleck; Snohomish, WA

"Orientation was awesome! It is an easy way to meet people, schedule classes, and start to experience college life!" -Charlie Brown; Deming, WA

"Joey and Krista are the best leaders ever! The orientation was clear and concise." -Jon Armstrong; Tacoma, WA

"Our group leader was crowned; Good times Brandon!" -Emilie Kochel; Bellevue, WA

"Our leader made us feel at home." -Jamie Koch; Bellevue, WA

"It was cool, but CWU needs more air conditioning!" -Erika E; Seattle WA

"It was a lot of fun getting to meet new people and the games." -Emily J.; Silverdale, WA

"I learned a lot. It helped me become comfortable with CWU." -Lisa J.

"It was a lot of fun, and great experience." -Ashlee J.; Issaquah, WA

"It was a blast." -Kaitlin Forrest

"I had a great sense of comfort and welcome even before the first day of school." -Brett Franklin

"Before coming to the Discover orientation, I didn't know what to expect from college life. Now I feel completely prepared to tackle my first year at CWU, and I had a great time getting to know the people and the campus." -Willem Jongejan; Lake Stevens, WA

"The redshirts who led Discover really helped to make the experience enjoyable. Their knowledge, enthusiasm, and willingness to help seriously changed my outlook on college; now I am prepared and excited." -Nathan Long; Graham, WA