The transfer process in higher education can be difficult and confusing. As a freshman at LaGuardia Community College, my experience during the pandemic has not been pleasant — especially when it comes to preparing to transfer colleges. My plan was to transfer to another college that was closer to my job. I tried to make an appointment with one of my college transfer advisors and had to wait a whole month in order for me to speak to one. By the time I finally saw a counselor, I was told transferring would mean I would lose most of my credits. I decided to stay at my college, rather than take that risk.
Nikaury Urena is a CUNY-LaGuardia Community College student, and a Spring 2021 Young Advocate with YI-New York.