Cristofer Calderon Platero

Attending the ReFresh meeting was beneficial because it reminded me of the expectations of the scholarship as well as how I can keep on track. It also reminded me of resources I can utilize if I need assistance throughout the semester.

This meeting is to review my end-of-semester progress and confirm my eligibility for my scholarship for Spring 2026. I have reviewed all feedback and verified my submissions to ensure I am in good standing. My goal is to clarify any outstanding items and understand expectations for the next semester. I am prepared to take immediate action on anything required to maintain my scholarship.

I recently attended the College Transfer Made Easy: DMV Archive Edition event, and it turned out to be one of the most helpful sessions I’ve joined this semester. The presenters explained the transfer process clearly, especially for community college students in the DMV area, and they broke down everything from application timelines to choosing the right university. They also shared useful resources like credit-transfer tools, major planning tips, and examples of successful student transfers to schools like UMD.

During the Fall Decision Day Open House, I volunteered at the registration check-in table, which gave me a valuable opportunity to interact directly with prospective students and their families. My main responsibilities included welcoming guests, confirming their registration information, handing out event materials, and guiding them toward their assigned sessions or campus tours. This experience helped me strengthen my communication and organizational skills as I learned how to handle a steady flow of visitors while maintaining a friendly and professional attitude. I enjoyed being one of the first people new students met.

I went to the PGCC Men’s Basketball game against Middlesex College, and it was a really close matchup. PGCC started a little slow and was down by one at halftime, but they came back strong in the second half to win 72–66. The energy in the gym was great, the crowd was loud and supportive, and the team showed a lot of focus and hustle to stay undefeated at 2–0. It was exciting to see them fight through the pressure and finish the game strong.

I had a great time watching the PGCC Men’s Basketball team take on Community Christian (Michigan). The game was really exciting, especially in the second half when PGCC started to pull away. The Owls played with a lot of energy and teamwork, finishing with a big win, 93–68. It was fun to see the crowd cheering and supporting the team. Overall, it was an awesome experience that showed school spirit and community pride.

Attending the Healthy Relationships and Communications session made me realise how important it is to build relationships based on respect, honesty, and understanding. I learned that communication is the foundation of every healthy relationship and that expressing emotions clearly can prevent many conflicts. The session also helped me reflect on my own habits, like being more patient when someone is upset and learning to listen without interrupting.

The PGCC Men’s Soccer Team played a strong match against Hagerstown Community College but lost 0–2. Even though the result wasn’t what they hoped for, the players stayed focused, supported one another, and kept their energy high until the final whistle. It was a great learning experience that showed their dedication and teamwork, and it will help them come back stronger in future games.

The PGCC Women’s Soccer Team played hard against Hagerstown Community College but unfortunately lost 0–9. Even though the score was tough, the players stayed positive and kept encouraging each other until the end. It was a good learning experience that showed the importance of teamwork and resilience in sports.

In this session, I reviewed and learned everything about the program again. It was a good refresher that helped me remember the main goals, expectations, and opportunities the program offers. I also got to ask questions and make sure I understood all the requirements clearly.