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Our Students Talk About Their University Transfer Experience

Julius Surya - IndonesiaJulius Surya - Indonesia
Cornell University
Major: Engineering/Food Science

"My experience at Green River is invaluable," says Julius Surya. "I made a lot of friends and had great instructors." Julius recommends Green River to international students and wants them to know, "Everyone — International programs staff and instructors — really care about the students. You will truly enjoy your time here."
 
Ya Chun Wang (Christine) - TaiwanYa Chun Wang (Christine) - Taiwan
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Major: Biology/pre-medicine

The smaller number of students in the classroom at Green River was important for Christine. "It's easier for students to ask questions," she says, " than at a university that can have 300 students in their undergraduate classes."
 
Vonny Salim - Indonesia
Johns Hopkins University
Major: Biotechnology  Minor: Education

Originally from Bandung, Indonesia, Vonny came to Green River in the fall of 2003 to study science and education.  "I love everything about science and one day I would like to go back to my country and teach science in a secondary school," said Vonny.  Vonny graduated from Green River with an AA degree.  She will be transferring to Johns Hopkins University, a leading university in biomedical research. "My advisor at Green River told me about this college and encouraged me to apply," said Vonny. Vonny was also accepted into UC Berkeley, UCLA, and UC Santa Barbara.
 
Hanh Nguyen - VietnamHanh Nguyen - Vietnam
Seattle University
Major: Business

Hanh loved all the activities that she participated in at Green River. "We went to the San Juan Islands, there were only seven people, and the price was so affordable," says Hanh. She goes on to say that, "If you are looking for both great faculty and amazing activities, talk to Green River. I even started my own club here!"
 
Erica Lee - Hong Kong
Indiana University
Major: Business Management

Erica said one of her most positive experiences at Green River was working at the college radio station, KGRG. "I was nervous at first because I didn't know what I was doing." However, Erica's confidence grew with more time on the air and by taking call in requests. This experience was a break from her academic classes such as economics and accounting.

 
Piti Wiriyakhunakorn - ThailandPiti Wiriyakhunakorn - Thailand
Arizona State University
Major: Computer Engineering and Business  

Piti liked the small classes at Green River which, "Gave me more personal attention from the instructor." He particular enjoyed taking economics and said it, "reflects the real world and makes me see the world in a different, more mature way." In addition to the people, Piti says that the college environment is peaceful compared to Bangkok and Singapore, where he lived before coming to Green River. 
 
Chihiro Saito - JapanChihiro Saito - Japan
University of Hawaii
Major: Hospitality/Tourism

It was not hard for Chihiro to pick Green River as a place to study in the United States. When she e-mailed Green River for information, the responses were quick and the messages kind. She also found the relationships between students, teachers, and advisors particularly helpful and enjoyed such activities as going to a Mariners' game and the Halloween party.