MY CITRUS STORY – Stefnie Huth
In retrospect, I thought my high school experience was difficult because I had been diagnosed with a learning disability. While I succeeded in sports and a variety of extracurricular activities, I struggled with academics. After much trauma, my parents and I decided to homeschool and supplement my home studies with community college classes. That's how I first arrived at Citrus at age sixteen.
I placed into basic skills classes, such as English 40 and Reading 40. However, rather than being labeled a student with a "problem," I encountered professors who focused on helping me learn how to learn. It was exactly what I needed. As I learned how to study, I found myself getting much better grades and gaining academic confidence.
I started earning A's in classes. For the first time in my life I felt smart, and there's no substitute for that feeling.
I've since transferred to Loyola Marymount and my focus is on pursuing a double major in Global Studies and Political Science. I've also become increasingly interested in business and joined business associations in both Manhattan Beach and Rancho Palos Verdes.
If it weren't for Citrus College and all the amazing professors there, I would not be in the position I am today. Citrus gave me the confidence and the learning strategiesI needed to succeed.
Thank you, Citrus!
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