How has the transition been, moving to San Diego, moving into the dorm and starting classes?
Ruf: The transition has actually been harder than I expected. I pictured immediately being independent and leading a glamorous college life. However, I did have to struggle with homesickness and trying to figure things out here all by myself. Classes have definitely provided me with a challenge, but I’m enjoying trying to meet that challenge (minus the long nights). Each day I’m here, I enjoy myself more, and find one more reason why I’m glad I came here. 6. Do you have any advice for high school seniors who may consider applying to UC San Diego? Ruf: I would advise them to apply, even if they don’t really like the school, or think they’ll never end up here. When I applied, I hated the campus and considered the school as a back up. However, after I did more research, I realized that for my goals, this really was the best place for me, and I ended up turning down what I thought was my first choice. If I hadn’t applied because of my initial feelings, I never would’ve had all the opportun
