Notes

Whatever STEM field you pursue, you will have to use computer science at some point in time. Computer science isn’t something you can avoid, so it’s important to learn computer science well
CSU majors and courses are very flexible
Presenters are Ashley and John
Possible companies for intern: Qualcomm, Thermo Fisher, General Atomics, etc.

Internships

Ways to find internships:
- Networking and contacting others
- Join clubs(they will let you know about opportunities)
- Go to campus events
- Search on Google
Apply to interships that you are underqualified for: Don’t be afraid

CSU San Marcos Programs

Summer Scholars Program
- full-time stipend is $6000, part-time stipend is $3000
Quantum-bridge Program
CSUSM has a lot of research programs like cancer research, etc.

Paying for College

You have to search up scholarships
Unsubsidized loan and subsidized loan

Scholarships

FAFSA, studentaid.gov
Search up “undergraduated scholarship applications” on Google
The financial aid office

Summary

What I learned in this event is that computer science is very helpful in almost all STEM fields, and that I will probably need to use computer science at some point if I plan to do a STEM major. This event was also really helpful to me as I have been recently searching for research programs for chemistry and biology. I will definitely consider participating in the programs that CSUSM has. It’s also really given me insight on college life, scholarships, and what I should have in order to do very well in college.