Okay, so, let’s talk about my little adventure diving into the psychology program at Cal Poly Humboldt. Honestly, I went in blind, didn’t know what to expect, but figured, “Hey, why not?” You know, the human mind, it’s a crazy thing, and I’ve always been curious about what makes people tick.
So, I jumped into the application. Not gonna lie, it was a bit of a scramble. Getting all those transcripts and stuff together, writing those essays about why I wanted to study brains and all that. But I got it done, hit that submit button, and then the waiting game began. That was the worst part, just waiting to hear back.
Finally, that acceptance letter showed up! Man, I was stoked. I packed my bags, said my goodbyes, and headed off to Humboldt. I remember the first day walking into those lecture halls, feeling a mix of excited and totally overwhelmed.
- First off, the professors, they’re a cool bunch. They really know their stuff, and they’re not just about textbooks and lectures. They actually encouraged us to get involved in research, which I thought was pretty neat.
- One time, I joined a study about how music affects your mood. We had to listen to different types of tunes and then write down how we felt. Seemed simple, but it was actually pretty insightful. Turns out, heavy metal doesn’t always make you angry!
- Then there was this career fair thing they organized. They brought in all these people working in different psych-related fields. You could chat with them, ask questions, and get a feel for what it’s like out there in the real world. I talked to a lady who works with kids, and she gave me a better idea about what a career path looks like.
But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. Some of those classes were tough. I remember staying up late, trying to wrap my head around statistics and research methods. It was a grind, but I pushed through. I even made some friends in those classes, and we’d help each other out, which was a lifesaver.
One of the things I appreciated most was the focus on real-world applications. I mean, you read those magazines and websites that tell you psychology major equals therapy, but it’s much broader than that. We did projects where we analyzed data, designed experiments, and even presented our findings. It felt like we were actually doing something, not just memorizing stuff from a book.
And the campus? Gorgeous. Redwood trees everywhere, the ocean nearby, it was a pretty chill place to study. I spent a lot of time outdoors, just thinking about stuff, you know? It helped me clear my head and focus on my studies.
By the time graduation rolled around, I felt like a different person. I learned so much, not just about psychology, but about myself too. It was a wild ride, but I’m glad I took it. Now, I’m looking at different job options, and feeling pretty good about where I’m headed. This whole psychology thing, it’s opened up a lot of doors for me. Who knew, right?
To sum it up
It’s definitely an experience I won’t forget. I grew a lot during my time there, and I feel like I came out with a solid foundation, no matter what I end up doing. I met some awesome people, learned a ton, and discovered that the human brain is even more complex and fascinating than I ever imagined.
