“My UBridge advisor has helped me a lot academically while taking SMC online classes. She has been very patient and has helped me calm my nerves, figure out a plan to solve my problems, and given me advice when I have trouble doing school assignments. I also appreciate the time we got to meet in person to discuss my transfer plan and process.”
“The collaboration with my University Bridge advisor has been successful. We got along very well. I would like to highlight the support my advisor provided in helping me adjust to the US education system and college life when I first arrived.”
“I am extremely grateful for the support from my University Bridge advisor over the past two years. Without her, my experience at community college would not have been that smooth.”
“My UBridge advisor is amazing. She not only helped me adjust to the new experience of college life in the US and helped me with how I organize my courses, but she also provided me with lots of support in preparing my art portfolios when applying to USC’s film school. Thanks to my advisor, I was able to gain admission to this prestigious film school, which is considered one of the best in the world.”
“My academic journey at SMC and with UBridge has been incredible! UBridge provided valuable guidance as I navigated studying in a foreign country, giving my parents peace of mind. SMC has been equally welcoming, with passionate professors and a strong community of international students who support one another.”
“The best advice I’ve received from my UBridge advisor regarding my transfer essays is to show and not tell. She reiterates how vital it is to show off different qualities of my personality. I have learned how to showcase myself as a ‘brand’ and to add depth into my stories through these essays.”
“During the past two years, UBridge advisors have helped me a lot. Before coming to the U.S., I was very afraid to face everything alone. I wasn’t sure how to handle problems correctly not just related to school, but also daily life in an unfamiliar environment. However, the advisors patiently guided me through personal questions, from enrolling in classes and accessing campus resources to communicating with professors and applying to UC schools.”
“Many thanks to UBridge for helping me resolve my issues timely since last June. Some text books are not available in Asia, but my UB advisor managed to help me out. Online courses are a bit different from face-to-face courses, so I need to take some time to get used to it. But you could review the lecture videos whenever you need, which is quite good.”