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The Ultimate Guide to Cal State Schools How to Pick

The Ultimate Guide to Cal State Schools How to Pick SAT / ACT Prep Online Guides and Tips The California State University (CSU) system consists of 23 college campuses throughout California. Cal State colleges provide higher education to hundreds of thousands of students from California and the rest of the country and world. In this article, I will describe the CSU system, profile each of the CSU colleges, and explain how to choose which CSU school to attend. About the CSU System There are 23 California State University campuses that offer undergraduate education. Below is the list of Cal State schools: CSU Bakersfield CSU Channel Islands CSU Chico CSU Dominguez Hills CSU East Bay CSU Fresno CSU Fullerton Humboldt State University CSU Long Beach CSU Los Angeles Cal Maritime Academy CSU Monterey Bay CSU Northridge Cal Poly Pomona CSU Sacramento CSU San Bernardino San Diego State University San Francisco State University San Jose State University Cal Poly San Luis Obispo CSU San Marcos Sonoma State University CSU Stanislaus There are about 484,000 students and 52,000 faculty and staff at CSU schools. The Cal State Universities are run by the same chancellor and a 25-member Board of Trustees. All of the CSUs are California public colleges, and they have earned a reputation for offering their students access to higher education at an affordable price. The tuition fee for all 23 campuses for the 2019-2020 academic year is $5,742 for undergraduate students. On top of this fee, students who aren't California residents must also pay nonresident tuition, which is currently $396 per semester unit or $264 per quarter unit. For students who plan on graduating in 4 years, that equates to about $11,880 annually. Therefore, non-resident tuition is about $17,622 for the 2019-2020 academic year. However, many of the CSU schools are composed almost entirely of California residents. Comparatively, tuition for the 2019-2020 academic year at University of California schools was $14,490 for California residents and $44,244 for nonresidents. Tuition at Santa Clara University, a private college in California, is $52,988 for this year. As a whole, the CSU schools are less selective and competitive than the UC schools. The Cal State schools are spread across the state of California, from San Diego in the south to Humboldt in the north. They vary tremendously in size. Cal Maritime has the smallest enrollment with 1,090 students, and CSU Fullerton has the largest with 40,439. Three of the CSU schools have a particular focus. Cal Maritime is a maritime academy, which is a school focused on teaching skills that can be put to use on the ocean or in industries related to the ocean. It's the only degree-granting maritime academy on the west coast. The Cal Poly schools (San Luis Obispo and Pomona) are polytechnic colleges that specialize in science and engineering. However, they do offer majors in the humanities and social sciences. The rest of the CSUs don't have a particular focus, but business is one of the most popular majors at the majority of the campuses. Also, many of the CSU campuses have a high percentage of commuter and non-traditional students. Commuter students live off campus, often with their families, and non-traditional students have taken more than a year off in between high school and college, or they go to school part time. Common complaints from students at schools with a large percentage of commuters are that there's not much school spirit, and it can be hard to make friends for students who live off-campus. The CSU schools try to make higher education accessible and accommodate the needs of their students. Students often talk about how helpful the professors are, and many CSUs offer honors programs for capable students who want a more academically challenging education. Furthermore, some CSUs offer online education or classes at smaller branch campuses to accommodate the needs of their students. You can easily determine if you meet the minimum requirements to gain admission to a CSU. Keep in mind that some CSU schools and majors within CSU schools are impacted while others are not. If a college isn't impacted, that means that all those that meet the minimum admission requirements are admitted. If a school or major is impacted, you have to exceed the minimum eligibility index to gain admission. Here's more information on impaction. Nathan Rupert/Flickr Comparing the Cal State Schools by the Numbers I created a table comparing the total enrollments (undergraduate and graduate students), average standardized test scores, and acceptance rates for each of the Cal State campuses. Take a look at the table to get an idea of the size and selectivity of each CSU institution. Even though some schools reported SAT scores that included the Writing section, CSU colleges don't consider SAT Writing or ACT Writing scores when determining admission eligibility. School Total Enrollment Average SAT Score (New) Average ACT Score Acceptance Rate (Fall 2018) CSU Bakersfield 9,863 980 19 68% CSU Channel Islands 7,053 1070 21 74% CSU Chico 17,488 1095 21 68% CSU Dominguez Hills 15,179 850 17 54% CSU East Bay 15,435 910 19 74% CSU Fresno 25,168 1010 19 59% CSU Fullerton 40,439 1100 22 46% Humboldt State University 8,347 1060 21 82% CSU Long Beach 37,065 1130 23 28% CSU Los Angeles 28,253 980 18 46% Cal Maritime 1,090 1180 24 66% CSU Monterey Bay 7,274 1070 21 53% CSU Northridge 39,816 1020 20 58% Cal Poly Pomona 25,894 1120 24 55% CSU Sacramento 30,670 1040 20 68% CSU San Bernardino 20,461 1000 19 57% San Diego State 34,828 1190 26 35% San Francisco State 26,607 1050 21 70% San Jose State 35,367 1100 23 67% Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 22,188 1290 29 35% CSU San Marcos 13,887 1040 21 57% Sonoma State University 9,223 1080 22 82% CSU Stanislaus 10,003 920 19 77% Jebb/Flickr Ranking of Cal State Schools In terms of selectivity and reputation, there isn't much distinction between many of the Cal State schools. San Diego State and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo probably have the best academic reputations of all of the CSUs. They also have considerably lower acceptance rates than the rest of the CSUs. I listed the Cal States by their US News rankings. US News incorporates many factors into its rankings including academic reputation, selectivity, graduation rate, freshman retention rate, and the financial resources of the institution. Also, US News separates schools into four categories in its rankings: National Universities, National Liberal Arts Colleges, Regional Universities, and Regional Colleges. All of the Cal States are in the Regional Universities (West) category except San Diego State, which is considered a National University and Cal Maritime, which is a Regional College. I attempted to rank San Diego State and Cal Maritime against the other Cal State schools based on selectivity and academic reputation. Remember that college rankings are not a perfect science, and while you can use rankings to inform your decisions and get a general idea of how schools are viewed, you should try to find the college that's best for you. School US News Ranking 1. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 12 2. San Diego State 127 (National Universities) 3. Cal State Long Beach 26 4. Cal Poly Pomona 28 5. CSU Fullerton 205 (National Universities) 6. Cal Maritime Academy 3 (Regional Colleges) 7. CSU San Jose 33 8. CSU Monterey Bay 34 9. CSU Fresno 221 (National Universities) 10. CSU Chico 41 11. CSU Stanislaus 48 12. CSU Los Angeles 52 13. CSU San Bernardino 54 14. Humboldt State 54 15. Sonoma State 64 16. CSU Sacramento 69 17. CSU Channel Islands 73 18. CSU Northridge 73 19. CSU San Marcos 84 20. CSU Dominguez Hills 88 21. CSU Bakersfield 96 22. CSU East Bay 96 23. San Francisco State Tier 2 Want to build the best possible college application? We can help. PrepScholar Admissions is the world's best admissions consulting service. We combine world-class admissions counselors with our data-driven, proprietary admissions strategies. We've overseen thousands of students get into their top choice schools, from state colleges to the Ivy League. We know what kinds of students colleges want to admit. We want to get you admitted to your dream schools. Learn more about PrepScholar Admissions to maximize your chance of getting in. Profiles of Each Cal State School Many of the Cal State colleges are very similar because they're California public universities that share the same governing board. The biggest differences between most of the schools are related to their locations, sizes, and percentage of commuter students; the fewer who live on campus, the more likely it is that it's primarily a commuter school. Here are brief profiles of each school so you can gain a better understanding of its location and what makes it unique compared to the other Cal State schools. I included the most popular majors, freshman retention rate, and the percentage of students who live on campus. Additionally, I've provided student reviews for each college from Niche, a website that provides reviews, rankings, and statistics about neighborhoods and schools. I tried to include positive and negative reviews that were representative of many of the comments I read. I listed the schools in rank order. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo is located between Los Angeles and San Francisco on the Central Coast. It has a population of about 47,000. It's a very nice, quiet area. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo has far fewer commuter students than other Cal State schools. That gives the school more of a community feel on campus and students have a more traditional college experience. Also, Cal Poly SLO also has one of the best undergraduate architecture programs in the country. Total enrollment: 22,188 Most popular areas of study: Engineering, business/marketing, biological sciences, social sciences Freshman retention rate: 95% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 32% Student Reviews Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is a wonderful campus! The smaller class sizes are wonderful because I can easily connect with the subject and get to know my professors and fellow classmates better. The "Learn by Doing" motto is true! Being able to start having hands-on experiences since Day One makes your knowledge in your field grow and even helps you prepare for a career in your interested field. I love exploring the campus, the land around it, and going into Downtown San Luis Obispo. There's so many adventures you can make and every one is worth it. Cal Poly is an amazing school that feels homey while still having a good size student body. The campus is easy to traverse in a couple minutes yet doesn't feel small. They have amazing programs for agriculture, engineering, business, and architecture majors. I love Cal Poly! The people I've met so far are fun and open minded. There is so much to do in San Luis Obispo, with different beaches so close and the hills for hiking. In addition, all the teachers are supportive and very knowledgeable. Cal Poly Arboretum (Patrick Berry/Flickr) San Diego State University San Diego is California's second largest city. It has a population of about 1.4 million. The city is known for its beaches and idyllic climate. It's a couple of hours south of LA, and it's near the Mexican border. San Diego State offers students the opportunity to take advantage of the benefits of going to school in an urban environment. The San Diego Zoo is pretty cool, too. Total enrollment: 34,828 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, social sciences, health professions, psychology, engineering Freshman retention rate: 89% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 19% Student Reviews I've had the opportunity to participate in activities that have made me grow as a person, such as research labs, tutoring, and college athletics. This school offers so many different possibilities in terms of experience and career, and it's a very accepting school of people from all different backgrounds. SDSU offers incredible opportunities to students! The opportunity to study at one of the best public schools in the nation, the opportunity to get involved on campus, the opportunity to develop leadership skills, the opportunity to network with incredibly successful alumni, and of course the opportunity to enjoy one of America's most beautiful cities! My biggest advice is to take advantage of these opportunities! I've gotten involved with Greek Life, Associated Students, Rotaract (Community Service Organization), and clubs within my major. I can say with complete confidence that by taking advantage of those opportunities, I have set myself up for a successful and rewarding future! The campus is beautiful and if you like the sound of year-round sunshine and beaches SDSU is the place for you. If you are not a freshman living on campus and do not join Greek Life you will need to put in effort to get involved in the community so you don't feel like you are at a commuter school. The school had reasonable tuition and rent in the area, along with wonderful sporting teams and entertainment. I recommend this school if you are a Freshman or if you are an outgoing transfer student. Cal Poly Pomona Pomona is located about 45 minutes east of Los Angeles. Its population is about 150,000. The city is home to the Pomona Fairplex. Pomona offers students a diverse, urban environment outside of a big city. Total enrollment: 25,894 Most popular areas of study: Business/management, hospitality management, biology, civil engineering, mechanical engineering Freshman retention rate: 89% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 10% Student Reviews Cal Poly Pomona is quite welcoming and diverse. It definitely made a statement to ensure that diversity was something to be embraced. Wish there was more school spirit and football team. I love my school. Cal Poly Pomona specializes in engineering, and I am majoring in Industrial Engineering. I came from a small high school, and being that Cal Poly Pomona is smaller in size compared to some other California universities, this school was the perfect transition for me. The campus is beautiful, the people are kind, and I have been able to take several awesome engineering courses so far. One of my favorite experiences was when I took an engineering course by the name of "Engineering, Society, and You", or EGR 100. Within the laboratory portion of this course, I was able to build a mini rose float with my class. Every year, Cal Poly Pomona creates a float made of natural materials for the Rose Parade. Within my lab, I was able to help build a miniature version of last year's float. It was a very exciting project, although it required much time and effort. This assignment strengthened my patience, and group-working skills. I will always remember my class' mini float. If I could choose a college to attend all over again, I would not change a thing. My school is perfect for my major and intended future career. The educational aspect is right for me, and the overall environment is wonderful as well. San Jose State San Jose is the third largest city in California by population. Only Los Angeles and San Diego are larger. It has about 1 million residents. San Jose is located in the San Francisco Bay Area and is known as the capital of Silicon Valley. Many high-tech industries and start-ups are in or near San Jose. Total enrollment: 35,367 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, engineering, health professions, visual/performing arts, social sciences Freshman retention rate: 87% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 14% Student Reviews SJSU is a super diverse campus and there's always something to get into. However, it is very impacted making trying to get into classes almost impossible. San Jose State University is located in a great location. It is walking distance to many popular places in Downtown, and it is located in the Silicon Valley where there are always job opportunities. There are also plenty of extra curricular activities available, on and off campus. I have met a great number of people who have made the best out of their experience at SJSU and have come out of it with a great career and enjoyable memories. Obtaining an internship and career at SJSU is amazing, because we are in the heart of silicon valley and only 45 minutes from SF, there is a lot of opportunity here because employers want to hire us. CSU Fullerton Fullerton is located in northern Orange County, about 45 minutes south of Los Angeles. The population is roughly 140,000. Fullerton is pretty close to Disneyland. It has more of a suburban feel. Students tend to feel like they have to join clubs and get involved on campus to make friends and have a more enjoyable college experience. Total enrollment: 40,439 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, health professions, psychology, social sciences Freshman retention rate: 89% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 6% Student Reviews The campus is small and very close to downtown fullerton and Disneyland. I recommend doing more than just going to school: interact with clubs, go to teacher office hours, and sign-up on events on campus to get the full experience of being at CSUF. The campus is old, but slowly are adding modern improvements to the campus. The campus is good and is close to a lot of places a student might go such as parks, restaurants, mall, or movies. The degree you get here is the same everywhere else and probably cheaper too. First off, I am really happy that I chose the college I am attending now. It is a huge commuter school and I am one of those commuters. I have met some really great people and hope to make more new friends through the next few years. I think my experience thus far would be different if I actually lived on campus or in the off campus apartments. I feel as though I would be more involved and really help me explore what else it out there. The campus is very pretty and has many art statues and productions around campus. Each college on campus has their own unique area, but come together to provide students with multiple resources. One thing I would change about my school is the parking. It being a commuter school, they need more parking options, and to lower the parking pass price. So far, I am very excited about all the opportunities that Fullerton has to offer. I am already involved with activities and clubs. I have chosen classes with academic advisors and am developing many new relationships with people from different parts of California. CSU Long Beach Long Beach is located on the Pacific Coast in Los Angeles County. It's about 20 miles south of downtown Los Angeles. Long Beach is in between Los Angeles and Orange County. There are about 470,000 residents in Long Beach. Also, it's a very diverse city, and that's reflected in the demographics at CSU Long Beach. Total enrollment: 37,065 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, health professions, social sciences, consumer/human sciences Freshman retention rate: 90% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 8% Student Reviews My school is extremely diverse, which I think makes it unique, and full of friendly, approachable students. Although if I could do it all over again, I wish I could have chosen a college that would feel more like a college experience, as many students at my school commutes and there virtually no fun campus life. I attended community college prior to coming to Cal State Long Beach and this was my dream school while I was in high school. I was so excited to come to this school. While I would of loved to go to a school that had a major football team, this is what was going to fit my family's budget, location and degree. I got everything I wanted out of school and more. My department had amazing teachers that were incredibly experienced and knowledgeable, which made advising super simple. I have zero complaints about my experience. The location of the college is really amazing, right next to the beach. The college has a very welcoming environment, in which you feel the freedom to learn and grow as a person. The teachers are there to help you and help you succeed. Bill Erickson/Flickr CSU Chico Chico is about an hour and a half north of Sacramento and 3 and a half hours from San Francisco. It's one of the few Cal State campus locations that can be considered a college town. There's not much going in on Chico unrelated to the college. The population in Chico is about 90,000. It's close to the Sierra Nevada mountains. Total enrollment: 17,488 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, social science, health professions, parks recreation, psychology Freshman retention rate: 86% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 8% Student Reviews I love everything about the school! The lovely college town, the beautiful campus, the professors and advisors in my major, the facilities available to students, and how could I not mention the large variety of outdoor activities right on our doorstep! Love love love Chico State. Best decision ever! Such a true college town atmosphere! It has been great getting a fresh start away from my home town. I love every experience I have had here, good or bad. Each experience adds to the overall experience of being in college. I couldn't ask for a better time than being here. Partying is an integral part of the Chico way of life. The entire community surrounding the campus comes to life on the weekend; you can walk from street to street and always find a house party that'll welcome you in. Suzi Rosenberg/Flickr Sonoma State Sonoma State is located in Rohnert Park, which is a city in Sonoma County. Rohnert Park is about 50 miles north of San Francisco and its population is about 42,000. Also, Sonoma State is near wine country, where a ton of premium wine is produced. Rohnert Park isn't the most exciting area, but it's peaceful and close to more vibrant cities in the San Francisco Bay Area. Total enrollment: 9,223 Most popular areas of study: Business, psychology, sociology, liberal arts, criminology Freshman retention rate: 80% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 22% Student Reviews There isn't much to do outside of classes or in the area so it is necessary to join clubs or get involved on campus in order to enjoy your time. The classes are not very difficult and there are some not so great teachers, but if you can get into the right classes there are some amazing teachers! Registration for classes is very competitive and could set you back if you are in an impacted major. I have enjoyed going to school here, but there are definitely things that could make the school much better. I would say that Sonoma State is designed to help students with academic success. There are services in place to help students with special needs. Professors are more than supportive and the workload is usually reasonable. Sonoma state is a great school, in a beautiful area. Its about an hour from San Francisco, and an hour from the beach. The dorms at Sonoma state are more like mini apartments, they are much more nicer than any of the dorms on other campuses. The only reason why I would choose a different school is to have a football team and be able to experience that college life. Cal Maritime Academy Cal Maritime is located in Vallejo. Vallejo is in between San Francisco and Sacramento on the northeastern shore of San Pablo Bay. Its population is about 120,000. Vallejo is a very diverse area. Cal Maritime doesn't have many academic offerings, but it's a great option if you're interested in one of its programs. Total enrollment: 1,090 Most popular areas of study: Only six majors: business administration/international business and logistics, facilities engineering technology, global studies and maritime affairs, marine engineering, marine transportation, and mechanical engineering. Freshman retention rate: 85% Student Reviews Vallejo has a reputation of being dangerous but it is a close drive to go to Berkeley, San Francisco, or Davis to hang out. This school focuses solely on the Engineering, Marine Transportation, and Business Departments. Each one of these programs has been skillfully developed and is taught by experienced professors to deliver a stunningly successful learning environment. The diversity for majors is pretty small. Generally people come here already knowing what they intend to major in. This is fantastic if you know what you want to do with your education at age 18. Crippling if you don't. CSU Fresno Fresno is the largest city in the Central Valley of California. It's in between Los Angeles and San Francisco. There are about 500,000 people in Fresno, but the area is still associated with agriculture and many of the surrounding cities are heavily involved in agricultural production. Even though Fresno State is a commuter school, it does offer big-time college sports, and there's more school spirit there than at some of the other Cal State schools. Total enrollment: 25,168 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, health professions, liberal arts, law enforcement and protective services, psychology Freshman retention rate: 79% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 5% Student Reviews I honestly love California State University, Fresno. Not only are the educational and sports aspects of the college amazing, but the unity and school spirit are more than I could have asked for. The people I have met and friendships I have formed will last a lifetime. I would choose this school again in a heartbeat. Bulldog born, bulldog bred! It is a good school with a lot of resources available to students. However, there are many things that can be improved to make student life easier and better such as more food options on campus, better transportation systems including bikes. Also, I do not feel safe. At all. As a Criminology major, classes get filled up so fast and many are only offered at night which leaves me to worry about walking in the dark, something I shouldn't be fearful of in my own campus. More than anything, I should not have to push back my graduation year or semester due to not being able to enroll in the classes I need even if I am a senior already. This is absurd. I have had the most amazing time at Fresno State! The schools is great, my professors have all been very nice and helpful, the campus isn't too big but it isn't too small either. That's great because just by walking around campus you meet so many different people. There are many events that happen during specific times and they are all so much fun to go to. Other than the actual campus the faculty and advisors are great. They push you to do your best and get where you are trying to go! Humboldt State Humboldt State is located in Arcata in Humboldt County adjacent to the Humboldt Bay. Arcata is about 280 miles north of San Francisco. Like Chico, it's also a college town. Arcata's population is about 18,000. Humboldt State is known for its beautiful natural environment, and its students have a reputation for being a tad on the hippie side. Total enrollment: 8,347 Most popular areas of study: Biology, social sciences, visual/performing arts, business/marketing Freshman retention rate: 71% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 26% Student Reviews My overall experience at school so far has been amazing. I love how it's so different from back home and how people are so friendly. Even when they don't know you they take the time to say hello. I love how our campus is surrounded by redwood trees and it's only a 5 minute walk and you're in the forest. Not only do we have beautiful trails in the forest but we also have the ocean. At the highest point on campus you can get a beautiful view of the water with the background of the sunrise or sunset. There is no other place I would rather be getting my education than at Humboldt State University. The general atmosphere of the school is pleasant and welcoming. The towering redwood trees surrounding the school inspire a sense of wonder and appreciation for natural beauty that to the same degree I have not felt before. Inside the classrooms the professors are experts in their various fields and are, from what I have experienced, professional and deeply invested in the progression and education of each individual student. Not once have I felt that my professor is simply there for a paycheck. Also, as a science major, there is nothing comparable to being able to study diverse fungi, plants, or wildlife in class and then walk five minutes into the Community Redwood Forest on campus to see those same organisms living and functioning in their natural habitats. That is an experience I think is somewhat unique to Humboldt State University. I enjoy the environment at Humboldt State. There are many good vibes that surround it and that the people bring. It is very green, calming and peaceful to be in. It is a small town, which is what I enjoy; I'm not very much into the big city life. Majority of the people here are hippies so it's nice being around people that are just like me. CSU Monterey Bay CSU Monterey Bay is located in the city of Seaside in Monterey County. The college is actually on an old military base. Seaside is about 2 hours south of San Francisco and an hour south of Santa Cruz. The population is about 34,000. It's only a couple of miles east of Monterey, which is an upscale coastal city that features the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. Total enrollment: 7,274 Most popular areas of study: Liberal arts, business/marketing, psychology, parks recreation, public administration Freshman retention rate: 80% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 46% Student Reviews California State University Monterey Bay is an amazing school focused on sustainability, marine life and biology. Although I am not a biology major, I am very proud of the ways my college has focused on being Eco-friendly and doing its part in helping the environment. It's a small, but growing college so a lot of attention is given to students. There are so many opportunities as well for all students such as scholarships, research projects, jobs, etc. There is also an outstanding amount of care from advisors if you begin to slip and they walk you through everything and do their best at assisting you in any way. This school is definitely not for everyone. My experience has had good parts and bad parts. My biggest tip would be to get involved on campus or in a club. And, bring a car if you can. The parking pass is kinda high in price but life will be so much better with a car. Tanimura Antle Family Memorial Library (CSU Monterey Bay/Flickr) CSU Stanislaus CSU Stanislaus is located in Turlock in Stanislaus County. Turlock is about two hours southeast of San Francisco, and it's about two hours west of Yosemite. Its population is about 73,000. It offers a small town vibe and the smaller student body at CSU Stanislaus gives it more of a community feel. Total enrollment: 10,003 Most popular areas of study: Business, psychology, criminal justice, liberal arts, nursing Freshman retention rate: 85% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 8% Student Reviews I wouldn't choose any other school than CSU Stan. Most of the professors will do anything to see their students succeed and that is something very important. In addition, I enjoy our beautiful campus it just makes me feel happy and relax every time I have to walk between classes. The professors and advisers really helped me to understand the steps that I need to take in order to receive my degree. They are very helpful. People may wonder where in the world is Turlock CA but this small town is pretty and when you find a store they are mainly together. For example, in Geer road you can find anything there and is right off campus. Also the campus is not surrounded by an ugly area. The area is in fact very pretty and seems safe. Want to build the best possible college application? We can help. PrepScholar Admissions is the world's best admissions consulting service. We combine world-class admissions counselors with our data-driven, proprietary admissions strategies. We've overseen thousands of students get into their top choice schools, from state colleges to the Ivy League. We know what kinds of students colleges want to admit. We want to get you admitted to your dream schools. Learn more about PrepScholar Admissions to maximize your chance of getting in. CSU Los Angeles Cal State LA is located in the eastern part of Los Angeles facing the San Gabriel Mountains. Cal State LA is 5 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. Los Angeles is the most populous city in California and the second largest in the US. Its population is almost 4 million. Like many of the other Cal States, Cal State LA is known for its diversity. Total enrollment: 28,253 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, social sciences, health professions, psychology Freshman retention rate: 79% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 4% Student Reviews I have been able to meet new people from all around the world. They have opened my eyes to new experiences and cultures. My school is very diverse which is why I love it, being able to interact with other students on a daily basis helps me improve my communication skills and those students may help me become successful in the future. My overall experience has been very active, full with new activities and opportunities. I love Cal State LA, the professors are very friendly and are always willing to help out their students. The atmosphere is great, there is a variety of different cultures. The only complaint I have is that the parking is horrible but, overall I could not ask for a better college experience. It is not as easy to get the classes that are needed for my intended major. The guidance is not really there to help figure out which classes are needed in order to get my BA. CSU San Bernardino San Bernardino is about 1-2 hours east of Los Angeles, depending on the traffic. There's usually traffic. The city of San Bernardino has a population of about 216,000. San Bernardino is often considered to be a diverse, blue-collar city. Unfortunately, San Bernardino is one of the poorest cities in the US. At CSU San Bernardino, because it's a commuter school, there isn't much of an on-campus community. Total enrollment: 20,461 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, psychology, social sciences, health professions, law enforcement/protective services Freshman retention rate: 85% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 6% Student Reviews It's a commuter school so there really isn't much to do on campus but there are events here and there you can look forward to. California State University of San Bernardino is an amazing campus with extraordinary professors that want to see their students excel. My time so far at this school has been remarkable and given the opportunity, I'd choose this school over and over again. The staff and students are all friendly and helpful in making sure that every single person is succeeding. I couldn't be happier with my school, and my decision to become a San Bernardino Coyote! Go Yotes! There is no sense of community on this campus, even at the campus housing level. It is a commuter school that does not place much emphasis on building a community of proud students. Students treat attending school as a chore and avoid housing or staying on campus in general. A possible factor is the low socio-economic status of the area. I love my school because how diverse it is and the opportunities they have. For opportunities my school is always throwing events for students to learn how to network. I believe this helps us get ready for the real world and our careers. CSU Northridge Northridge is in the San Fernando Valley of the greater Los Angeles area. Northridge has a population of about 27,000. It offers a suburban environment. I grew up about 30 minutes from Northridge, and I remember some kids in elementary school having their birthday parties at a roller skating place in Northridge called Skateland. That's a random piece of nostalgia, so it's probably not helpful. The CSUN campus is large and its student body is diverse. Total enrollment: 39,816 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, social sciences, psychology, health professions Freshman retention rate: 77% Student Reviews I like coming here however it is lacking school spirit. We need a football team, also registering is terrible because there are not enough professors to accommodate all the students. My school is unique for its diversity and for the wonderful people that attend as well as the wonderful people that are there to help the students succeed. It is a wonderful school with full of professionals that have had experience in the field they are teaching. And not to forget the University Student Union is always having events for its students such as noon concerts or craft corner, at CSUN we have the right amount of education and fun. I feel as though this is a great school. I have had a few great classes, and have had the opportunity to interact with some outstanding professors. Getting the classes you need becomes a challenge, and there are too many students for my liking. CSU Sacramento Sacramento is the capital of California. It's about 2 hours northeast of San Francisco. Its population is roughly 501,000. Sacramento is an extremely diverse city. The CSU Sacramento campus has a reputation for being very scenic. Total enrollment: 30,670 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, education, social sciences, public administration and social services Freshman retention rate: 81% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 7% Student Reviews It's a pretty good school. It is pretty impacted though. It's hard to get into classes so it takes a while to graduate. But we do have a new president who wants to help us graduate in time. The campus is beautiful, the area can get very warm but with over 3,000 trees around, there's plenty of shade. Only downside to having so many trees is allergy season, it get to me every time but I still love the area. The people and staff are friendly and very helpful, it is very easy to find a good and cheap place to eat in the area. There are a variety of different programs and degrees available, plus there are great advisers to help with where to go and what to do. I can't wait to start school again in the fall! Campus is beautiful, people are friendly and helpful, countless resources and services to support students that are free, lots of fun and free/cheap events and programs on campus that make getting involved in campus life fun and easy. I'm truly happy I came here. CSU Channel Islands CSU Channel Islands is located in Camarillo, which is between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. Camarillo offers a suburban environment, and it has a population of about 65,000 people. CSU Channel Islands is the newest CSU campus- it opened in 2002. Also, CSU Channel Islands is close to beaches and the very popular Camarillo outlet stores. Total enrollment: 7,053 Most popular areas of study: Psychology, business, biology, nursing Freshman retention rate: 81% Student Reviews It's a small, beautiful campus in a quiet area. The other students are really nice, nonjudgmental, and easy to get along with. The professors really care about you and your education, and they do everything they can to help you while you're there. I love that it's not about pressure or prestige; it's about learning and having a good environment in which to do so. I love the location of my school, it pushes the students to focus on their academics because there aren't many attractions close to the school. Its very relaxing, we have the beach really close which i think is an advantage of this Cal State, a lot of the Cal states don't have beautiful beaches like we do. The staff and faculty are amazing people, they want you to graduate and they show it, there's a lot of help you can find if you need it which is great! The financial aid department is terrible. I had to email five people before I finally got a response to my question. Scholarships are easy to apply for, just have to fill out a general application and write a small essay. They even gave me an even better scholarship once it became available. CSU San Marcos San Marcos is a city in the northern part of San Diego County. It has a population of about 96,000. It's about 35 minutes north of the city of San Diego. Total enrollment: 13,887 Most popular areas of study: Parks recreation, social sciences, business/marketing, family/consumer sciences, health professions Freshman retention rate: 81% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 80% Student Reviews Cal State San Marcos is a really relaxing school it's easy to stay focused on your work as well as enjoy your college experience. The city itself is nature filled mountains and hiking spots everywhere and a beautiful place to live in let alone study and train in. It's exciting to be able to go to such a beautiful school in a great small city with huge adventures. San Marcos is an awesome area to go to college at. I lived on campus and it was fun meeting people and going out with my roommates on days I didn't have homework. They always have activities to do on campus. I really wish that I chose a school further away from home. I feel that being able to live on your own and independently is a big part of the college experience, and i was a big part of what I was looking for. Cal State San Marcos was a major fall back because it was not my top choice and I think that the main reason i chose to go there was because of the affordability. CSU Bakersfield Bakersfield is about 110 miles north of Los Angeles and south of Fresno. It's a hub for agriculture and oil production. I've been to Bakersfield a few times. Even though it's about an hour and a half from LA, it's a completely different environment. I've met people with southern accents who are Bakersfield natives, and there happens to be a big annual rodeo in Bakersfield. CSU Bakerfield has a Division I athletic program and the team name is the Roadrunners. Total enrollment: 9,863 Most popular areas of study: Liberal arts, psychology, social sciences education, mathematics Freshman retention rate: 76% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 4% Student Reviews California State University of Bakersfield (CSUB) is a wonderful university to attend. It is between a small and medium sized campus that students will have enough to explore for a while. The staff and students at this university are very kind and more than willing to help. The professors are more than happy to make time to listen to their students who need help and will encourage students to ask questions and to go to tutoring if they need help. They even are happy to help students one on one if there is time available for both the student and the professor. One of my favorite experiences is fairly recent. I have joined Computer Science as an introductory course and I fell in love with the class. I learned how to program in the language C++ and the professor encouraged students to pursue a Computer Science degree because of the many wonderful things programming and coding involve. How it is everywhere around us. I would definitely choose this school again because of all the support the students receive. A smaller school in a small almost metropolitan town, the citizens are a little bit pushy with their conservative beliefs and it makes meeting people difficult. Cal state Bakersfield has a great sense of student pride and a clean campus. The first time I set foot into CSUB also happened to be the first day of class. It was generally easy to find my way. However, I believe the quality of teaching from some, not all, professors is lacking. Overall it is a great school but it could be better. San Francisco State San Francisco is a densely populated city on the northern end of the San Francisco Peninsula. It's known for its cool summers, hills, diversity, progressive politics and the Golden Gate Bridge. Its population is about 884,000. San Francisco is about a 6 hour drive from Los Angeles. The rich San Francisco culture permeates the San Francisco State campus. Total enrollment: 26,607 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, social sciences, health professions, visual/performing arts Freshman retention rate: 76% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 15% Student Reviews I love the location of my school, the weather and the professors. I would just like to see a larger athletics program because right now the sports on campus aren't very popular. Also, a campus more Greek affiliated would be nice. I love the diversity I see on campus and in my classrooms, I'm meeting people from all over the U.S. Also since the school is very close to the city there are many volunteer and job opportunities. The school is very accepting and open to all people and I find that safe and comforting. I think San Francisco State is a great university. It has one of the best Spanish programs in California. My favorite part about SF State is that it is in  ¨The City. ¨ You will always have something to do. San Francisco is so rich in culture and SFSU reflects that. The school has such a big international population that you have the chance to make friends with students from all over the world. I would recommend San Francisco State University to any student looking for a school in California. If you want more of a party-ish school or a school with a lot of school spirit, it's not here. Most people are commuting so they go straight home after classes. I'm not really a party person but I want the option of going instead of trying to hunt down parties that are off campus (all parties are basically off-campus). SFSU Cafeteria (Michael Ocampo/Flickr) CSU Dominguez Hills CSU Dominguez Hills is located in Carson. Carson is in the South Bay region of the greater Los Angeles area. It's 13 miles south of downtown Los Angeles and has a population of roughly 93,000. Carson is another extremely diverse California city. There is a high percentage of non-traditional students at CSU Dominguez Hills. Total enrollment: 15,179 Most popular areas of study: Business/marketing, health professions, psychology, social sciences, liberal arts Freshman retention rate: 82% Percent of students who live in campus housing: 5% Student Reviews Overall, the school is in OK condition. There are professors that genuinely care about you, and others that don't. This school really focuses on helping you out, and it seems like most of the workers here really want you to succeed. There is a good atmosphere here. I love this school. It still has a community college feel while getting university level classes. There really isn't much partying or any nightlife but that works for me. The teachers really take time with their students. I wish the campus had more updated classrooms and buildings, but that doesn't affect the teachers or students. The application and acceptance process is quick and simple, compared to other schools. Everyone I've had contact with via the phone/email is extremely friendly and helpful. My favorite part about Cal State Dominguez Hills is the availability of classes. I got the exact schedule I wanted, with the teacher I wanted. In class, it's not crammed with as many students as possible, which allows the teacher to really teach their students. Overall, the school is great and I would recommend applying here to other prospective students. CSU East Bay CSU East Bay is located in Hayward. Hayward is in the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area. It's about 20 minutes south of Oakland and about 45 minutes east of San Francisco. Hayward has a population of about 160,000. It's extremely diverse, and that's reflected in the student body at CSU East Bay. Total enrollment: 15,435 Most popular areas of study: Business, health professions, social sciences, psychology, public administration Freshman retention rate: 77% Student Reviews I'm happy with my school choice. My school is extremely diverse and it makes the school very unique. You get the chance to meet a lot of different people from a lot of different lifestyles and cultures. My school also has an amazing campus life, they have a lot of great events going on. But the thing I love the most about my school is the view, East Bay is on the top of a hill and overlooks the San Francisco Bay. So it looks amazing all day long especially during the sunsets. I've enjoyed my time at East Bay so far and plan on finishing my degree there. Despite only just entering CSUEB, it is an average experience. I've had problems with getting financial aid, and faculty does not seem very keen to assisting me with simple questions, but most of my classes so far, I know, are going to be memorable ones. I feel like the smartest in all my classes though, but chose this school as it is the closest to my home. My experience has been relatively decent academically. The professors are helpful for the most part and know their stuff. The administration could do with some retraining since most of the time they are not helpful when you have an issue with classes or payments. How Do You Decide Which CSU Schools to Apply To? One benefit of applying to Cal States is that you can apply to multiple campuses at the same time. If you apply online, your information will be saved so you don't have to reenter it for each school you apply to. Furthermore, there's no application essay. It's rather easy to apply; however, you shouldn't apply to schools you have no desire to attend. Also, unless you qualify for a fee waiver, which is only available to California residents, there's an application fee of $55 for each campus you apply to. As of October 1st, 2019, the fee per campus will increase to $70 per campus, but this will not apply to students applying for the Spring 2020 term. Look at the list of schools you're applying to. Make sure you have at least a couple of safety schools. To consider a college a safety school, you should have at least an 80% chance of gaining admission. To determine your odds of admission for a particular college, you can google the name of the school and "prepscholar admission requirements." On the school's profile, you can use the admissions calculator that will help you roughly determine your chances of getting accepted to that college. Many students apply to CSUs as safety schools. To see if you meet minimum eligibility requirements for CSUs, determine your eligibility index. Remember that you should exceed the minimum requirements for impacted campuses and majors. Next, eliminate the schools you know you don't want to attend. Research each of the campuses and consider what's important to you in a college. Factor in the school's size and location. Furthermore, determine which schools have the majors and programs that interest you. If you're applying to any Cal States, I recommend applying to one to five CSUs. Some people apply to only one CSU because it's their safety school, there's only one CSU that interests them, or they want to go to a specific CSU and they can be confident that they'll get in. Others apply to more campuses because they want to go to a CSU and they're still weighing their options. Or they apply to a couple of the more selective CSUs and some of the less selective. CSU San Marcos Softball (SD Dirk/Flickr) How Do You Decide Which CSU to Attend? Choose which CSU to attend the same way you would go about choosing any college. Consider which factors are most important to you in a college. Look at the school's website and use college finders, search websites, guidebooks, and ranking lists to help you in the college selection process. You can also use CSU Mentor to learn more about each of the CSU campuses. Generally, most students pick which CSU to attend based on its location, size, or selectivity. For the majority of students who attend CSUs, location seems to be the biggest priority. Many students choose to attend the CSU that's closest to home. They're able to save money by living at home, or they can easily go home, if need be. Others prefer to experience life in a new environment. I would always encourage my students to at least consider a school that's further away. Sometimes students have to live at home due to financial or family situations, but I think it's preferable to live on campus and not return home on a daily basis. You'll have more fun, become more independent, and be able to participate in more on-campus extracurricular activities. Ideally, you should go to the college where you'll feel the most comfortable and be most excited to learn. There are CSUs by beaches and mountains. There are CSUs in rural, urban, and suburban environments. There are CSUs in Northern California, Central California, and Southern California. The next biggest priority seems to be the size of the student body. In the CSU system, there are very big schools like CSU Northridge, CSU Long Beach, and CSU Fullerton; there are medium-sized schools like Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, CSU Chico, and CSU Dominguez Hills; there are smaller schools like Humboldt State, CSU Monterey Bay, and CSU Stanislaus. Some students prefer the individualized attention and community feel of a smaller school while others enjoy the diversity of options for classes, programs, and activities that you'll find at bigger schools. Also, selectivity and academic reputation are important considerations for some students. Most of the Cal States do not vary much in terms of selectivity or reputation because they're all connected, but there are differences. Cal Poly SLO is generally viewed as the top CSU, but it's a polytechnic school and may not be the best place for you if you're interested in the humanities or social sciences. Refer to the rankings and acceptance rates to get an idea of the selectivity of the different CSUs. Furthermore, keep in mind that different CSUs have different majors and programs. For example, because Sonoma State is located near wine country, it's home to the Wine Business Institute, where you can earn a wine business management certificate. If you're interested in a specific major or program, or if you want to compare the majors offered at the different CSUs, I recommend using CSU Mentor or a college finder like Big Future to quickly and easily compare the different colleges and get a complete list of the available majors. Finally, finances can play a role in your college decision. While tuition costs are the same for each CSU, you may get more financial aid at one of the campuses. Or, you may save money by living at home. Additionally, the cost of living of the area of the school may be a factor. San Jose and San Diego are pricey areas. Especially If you're living off-campus, it's significantly cheaper to live in Turlock, Chico, or Fresno. Great Valley Center/Flickr What's Next? If you're trying to find selective schools that you have a good shot of getting into, check out this post on target schools. If you're not sure you want to attend college in California, I recommend learning more about where in the country you should go to college. Finally, if you find the diversity of the CSUs appealing, read my article about the most diverse colleges in the country. Want to improve your SAT score by 160 points or your ACT score by 4 points? We've written a guide for each test about the top 5 strategies you must be using to have a shot at improving your score. Download it for free now:

Mission, Vision, Social Responsibility, Strategic Planning Term Paper

Mission, Vision, Social Responsibility, Strategic Planning - Term Paper Example The quality of JetBlue Airlines’ mission statement is low compared to that of Southwest Airlines because it does not provide how the business will operate or what exact services will be offered or why exactly the airline does its business which will make it unique in its own way and attract the customers. The mission statement of Southwest Airlines in contrast fits the qualities of a mission statement which require it to elaborate a bit about its business in a way that will convince the customers of its values and assure them of their services. The mission statement of Southwest Airlines with its specific focus clearly drives the strategic decisions that will be made in that they will always aim to provide warmth and friendliness to its customers and extend the company spirit (Lauer, 2010). This is however not the case in JetBlue Airlines whose vague mission does not provide its employees with exact issues to focus on in its customer service which portrays the organization as mediocre and hence not even good in strategic decision making. The quality of the mission statement of Southwest Airlines does not need recommendations. This however is not the case with JetBlue Airlines whose leadership should review and reword the mission statement to make it more specific to its exact services that it aims to provide hence ensuring that it will make strategic decisions in future. The vision of both companies is to be the best airline in their category of airlines that are cheap and hence can be said to be headed in the same direction though using different approaches to ensure that. The company is involved deeply in issues of corporate social responsibility with its areas being in environment, youth and education and even the community. It engages in tree planting and environment cleaning exercises, holding partnerships with

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Wealth distribution in the PRC - Essay Example This meant that there was no competition in the production process. Government ownership of land also led to inefficient production which led to waste of resources. The last one is the economic collapse of 1970s and 1980s which caused economic decline that previously acted as a way of distributing wealth. Unequal wealth distribution is the situation where the gap between the rich and the poor is reasonably large. The World Bank defines poverty as spending less than one dollar per day. This is a situation which is common with most people who are affected by unequal wealth distribution. In china, unequal wealth distribution has caused a number of negative factors in education, housing, transportation, employment, and human rights (Wang 43). Unequal wealth distribution means that the children of the poor parents cannot get a decent education. They thus turn to government school which are often crowded. In these schools, the government is not able to supply enough classes, teachers, and other infrastructure that are needed for a good learning environment. Public schools are also associated with adverse ratios all facilities which mean the children will not get the necessary skills needed to compete in the world. Therefore, the child will end up failing examinations and thus not proceed to the next level of education. At the end of the day, the child is left without education and thus end up poor as his or her parents. Lack of education will then drive the child to do other ill activities such as crime and drug abuse (Gollier 19). The poor are often said to be living in informal settlement in most countries of the world. This is because they cannot afford the necessary material to put up a decent house. They also have no land where they can practice farming and put a decent house. They thus migrate to the urban centres to search for informal jobs. In urban centres, a decent house is very expensive which the poor cannot afford (Zhong et al 25). They

The work of one religious agency working for world development Essay Example for Free

The work of one religious agency working for world development Essay Christian Aid was established in 1945 when the Second World War was drawing to an end. A coalition of British and Irish Churches formed Christian Aid with an aim to aid as many people as possible who had been affected by the war. In 1948 the organisation decided it was in order to raise money for third world countries. Christian Aid has since expanded over sixty countries worldwide. Christian Aid recieves a majority of its revenue from the Governments of Ireland, Britian and The European Union (The EU) and also from the help of supporters and donators. 28% is recieved from fundraising and 34% is from Government grants. Christian Aid also holds many charity events such as sponsored walks and book sales. Its income comes up to à ¯Ã‚ ¿Ã‚ ½40 million per year through donations from members, supporters and the general public. Since the expansion in and over 60 countries, Christian Aid has managed to help different countries in many situations. An example would be when Christian Aid joined forces with The Madras Christian Council for Social Service (MCCSS) in India to help the people living there. Many residents had no jobs or practical skills to offer which meant they were not very rich and lived in poor conditions. The MCCSS have taken on life projects to provide countries like this with proper housing, healthcare, sanitation and education. Christian Aid also helps other countries such as; Cambadia, Ethiopia, India, Sudan and Uganda. In these battles Christian Aid helps with hunger and poverty. Christian Aid is not a group of Christians helping other countries. It is an organisation, started by the Churches, in which Christians and Non-Christians work together to help all in great need, whatever their religion, politics, colour or country. Christian Aid is religious because Christians concerned about the worlds poorest countries, founded it. Even though the founders of Christian Aid were Christians, all may join in its work, whatever their race or faith. The Christian faith provide a base for Christian Aid because Christians believe that God loves the world and everything in it. They believe God became a human in Jesus so that people could meet God in every human. Many Christians follow the example of Jesus. He cared for those whom never cared for him; he was a friend to those despised by others. An example of Christian Aid work would be campaigning. Christian Aid has argued that poverty is caused and often made worse, by the more developed countries such as Britain. An example of this would be that in past decades Western Governments and banks lent billions of pounds to developing countries who now, cannot repay the debts. Christian Aid argue that the interest that the poorer countries are having to pay on top of their debts, is draining the wealth out of these developing countries. So Christian Aid and many other agencies campaign to cancel these debts so that the poorer countries can concentrate on developing their countries without worrying about their on-growing debts. Overall, Christian Aid was founded to express the concerns of Christians towards those whom were facing hardship, hunger and war. Christian Aid has certainly fulfilled its initial cause and has moved on to aiding many more.

The Black Death Essay -- essays research papers

The Black Death   Ã‚  Ã‚  Ã‚  Ã‚  Considered one of the worst natural disasters in world history, the Black Death came through Europe in 1347 A.D. It ravaged cities and town, causing a death to the masses, and no one was considered safe. The Plague is any epidemic scourge or calamity for which remedies are difficult to find, and according to the encyclopedia, plague is a common term for a disease of rodents that occasionally cause severe human infection. Named for the black spots that appeared on the victims’ skin, the original disease originated from Oriental Rat Fleas and black rats. It first infected Mongol armies and traders in Asia, and then began moving west with them as they traveled. There was no natural immunity to the disease, and standards of public health and personal hygiene were nearly nonexistent. It is believed that if people had not fled to nearby cities in hopes of escaping the plague, it might not have ever spread like it did. In the end, it passed through Italy, France, England, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Finland, and even up to the island of Greenland. City dwellers were hit the hardest due to the fact of crowded streets and the lack of sanitation. Up until the mid-15th century, recurrent epidemics prevented the recovery of Europe’s population to pre-plague levels. The Black Death was an important turning point for the history of Europe. This time was â€Å"the beginning of the end of the medieval period and the start of a social transformation of the continent.† The social and economic impacts of the plague were so huge, economics, politics and the European society would never be the same again.   Ã‚  Ã‚  Ã‚  Ã‚  The plague took on three different forms, each with its own unique way of killing. The most common, bubonic, was considered the mildest form, with a mortality rate of thirty to seventy-five percent. A person with this would be seen with enlarged lymph nodes in the neck, arm and groin regions, with headaches, nausea, body aches, and a high fever. The pneumonic plague was the second most commonly seen form of the Black Death. Only five percent of its victim’s survived, infecting the lungs, causing a person to cough and vomit blood. The least common form, but most deadly, with a one hundred percent death rate was the septicemic plague. Even today, if a person were to come up with this form of the... ...omes fell, resulting in the piles of accounts which survived the period of the Black Death. Many villages and hamlets were deserted and never inhabited again. Feudalism seemed to end with the coming of the Black Death, and many believe the two are directly related. Feudalism is known as the system of service in return for a grant of land, burdening the peasant with many obligations to his lord. The payments involved in feudalism were to be paid upon entering any land holdings, marriage, death, or any other occasions by which the individual lord and peasant agree. The plague seemed to speed up this process by dramatically reducing the number of peasants, and communication accelerated the matter.   Ã‚  Ã‚  Ã‚  Ã‚  Landlords tried their best to keep a cap on the rising wages and changing social ambitions of the peasants, but there was too much chaos in the system at the time. Lords and peasants were both looking for the highest wages they could possibly take. Because of this, no matter who you were before the plague hit Europe, anyone who survived the plague, additional wealth from the rise in wages and accumulated holdings of land hold by plague victims was in store.

Native American culture Essay

Native Americans were influenced by the environment, plants, and animals in the areas in which they settled. Some practices were influenced over time by migration and contact with other tribes along trade routes. Many tribes used herbs and seeds gathered from their immediate environment and from hunting excursions for healing rituals or ceremonies. Many Native medicine practices were lost or driven underground because they were banned or illegal in parts of the United States until 1987; when the American Indian Religious Freedom Act was passed. In 1987 there were difficulties with ceremonies and rituals on sacred sites, as ritual activities are sometimes forbidden because the land now serves other purposes. Today, Native American and American Indian community-based medical systems still practices some Native American healing rituals, while others secretly practice in their homes and refuse to use conventional medicine. Those who grew up within the Native American culture still apply what they learned or grew up with, which is healing spiritually along with their illnesses. They do not believe in modern medicine and question any of the practices that are available now. Native Americans tap into the knowledge gained from their ancestors and prefer to â€Å"sweat it out† instead of giving in to conventional medicine. Beliefs and Practices. With this in mind, the Native American culture carries the understanding that the harmonious balance between oneself, man and nature is sophisticated and should not only exist, but it needs to be respected. Rituals and practices bring participants into harmony with themselves, their tribe and all of life. There is a belief that violating tribal laws carries consequences to include mental and physical illness, ongoing bad luck, disability or trauma. Any violations must be made right in order for harmony and good health to be restored. Among Native Americans, the idea remains that the sickness and illness that one experiences is related to a spiritual cause, and in turn creates a disparity between mind, body and spirit. Native Americans deem their bodies as an expression of the spirit and just as each person has to keep harmony with oneself, each person is responsible for his or her own health and also recognizing that all thoughts and action (negative or positive) carries consequences; creating either harmony or disharmony. Any disharmony or disparity may cause illnesses. Native Americans believe that they are related to and intertwined with all forms of life; therefore they can call on or evoke spirits, which strengthens their inner being and can be called upon to render assistance; further emphasizing why harmony and oneness in the Native American culture is a necessity. The Native American philosophy recognizes that there are various aspects of natural world that cannot be seen by the naked eye or with any form of technology, but can only be experienced spiritually. Furthermore, Native American healing also includes a variety of practices; such as religion, spirituality, herbal medicine and rituals to treat people with medical and emotional conditions; including the use of sweat baths, usually in a â€Å"sweat lodge† to purify, cleanse and allow participants to emerge reborn. The lodge is a darkened enclosure heated with stones from a fire and represents the warm moist heat of the womb, allowing them to be renewed into the Light of the world. They also wear medicine bags, which are painted or beaded with designs and patterns for the wearer; this is done to entice the spirit of the animal figure of symbol. Most medicine bags usually contain common object such as stones, ash from a ceremony fire, roots and barks, herbs, feathers, dirt from a ceremonial ground, or wood from a tree struck by lightning. Native Americans primarily used herbs to correct and to fix the mind, body and spirit; for example, sage is believed to protect against bad spirits, heal the stomach, nasal passages, colon and kidneys; cedar is used for coughs and forehead colds and sacred or pure tobacco which allows their breath, the source of life to become visible; rising up to the Great Spirit carrying prayers. Native American healing practices differ greatly, as there are over five hundred and the type of ritual is based on their Native American Nations, which are called tribes. There are many tribal differences and the most sacred traditions are still kept secret, passed from one healer to the next. The most common healing ritual involves herbal remedies which can include teas, tinctures, and salves. For example, one remedy for pain can be treated with bark from a willow tree which contains acetylsalicylic acid also known as aspirin. Native American medicine addresses imbalance on every level of life, from the most personal inner life to the most overt behavior. Some illnesses are believed to be caused by angry spirits; a healer would perform a ritual to cleanse this person and them. Disease is not defined by physical pathology, but viewed from an expanded context that includes body, mind, spirit, emotions, social group, and lifestyle. Most Native Americans believe that illnesses come from spiritual problems and that their healing practices can cure almost anything. Some healers are believed to have cured heart disease, diabetes, thyroid problems, asthma, and cancer. Scientifically, there is no evidence that supports that Native American healers or herbalists can cure cancer or any diseases and there have been no scientific studies that have supported those claims. On the other hand, individual reports suggest that it can reduce pain and stress and improve quality of life and Native and non-Native Americans alike–suggest that these methods really do work for a range of physical and emotional ailments, including heart disease, diabetes, thyroid conditions, cancer, skin rashes, asthma, alcoholism, and depression. Native Americans use a wide variety of treatments such as herbal remedies, purifying rituals, shamanism, and symbolic healing rituals to treat illnesses of both the body and spirit. Native Americans rely heavily on herbal remedies which are used to treat physical conditions, whereas purifying rituals are used to cleanse and prepare the body for healing. Shamanism refers to the belief and practice of communication with the spiritual world. Shamans are intermediaries between the human and spiritual world and treat sickness and diseases by healing the spirit. Symbolic healing rituals use ceremonies involves the community and sometimes included chanting, singing, painting bodies, dancing, exorcisms, sand paintings, and limited use of mind-altering substances can be incorporated into the ritual to persuade the spirits to heal the sick person. These rituals can last hours or even weeks and are a way of asking for help from the spiritual dimension and the healing treatments are usually a slow process, spread over days or weeks. The person who is ill is with the healer most of the time to make sure that the healer can connect with the spirit of the one who is ill. Prayer is also an essential part of all Native American healing technique. Most Native Americans see their healers for spiritual reasons, such as to seek guidance, truth, balance, reassurance, and spiritual well-being and call conventional medicine a cure to the â€Å"white man’s illness. † They prefer to use spiritual healers and native remedies in place of conventional medicine. Conclusion Finally, Native American health beliefs and practices as patients and as medical professionals can have an adverse effect. Healers and family members perform or participate in ceremonies to rid patients of bad spirits, or offer song and prayer in blessing a room where someone has died, but modern medicine, also known as the cure to the â€Å"white man’s illness† still has to intervene. This intervention is frequently a must as herbs and potions used by herbalists, medicine men and women may have not been thoroughly tested to find out how they interact with medicines, foods, or dietary supplements. When a Native American physician goes to see a patient, due to strong cultural doctrines and beliefs, eye contact is avoided and speaks in third person when delivering a difficult diagnosis. If the patient does not inquire about the chances of survival, nothing is said about it. Strongly held Navajo cultural tenets do not allow directly linking a person to an illness and its consequences. To do so could be interpreted as wishing harm. Cultural deference only goes so far; ultimately, the patient has the right to know everything and all options for treatment in order to make an informed decision. Nowadays, Native American patients may seek medicine men for encouragement and to restore their spirituality, yet they also must put faith in modern doctors. Bridging the cultural chasm between physicians and traditional healers is seen as essential for improving care to the Native American population. Although Native American healing has not been shown to cure disease, anecdotal reports suggest that it can reduce pain and stress, and improve quality of life. Also, due to the limitations in the studies that were conducted, it is impossible to draw conclusions about the effectiveness of Native American healing, consequently requiring more clinical studies to confirm the benefits of the specific healing methods. Regardless, the communal support provided by this type of healing could have beneficial effects. Prayers, introspection, herbal remedies native ceremonies, rituals and meditation can be calming, reduces stress and can create a lifetime of comfort, benefit and peace of mind for those who live and believe in it.

How Plastic Surgery Affects Society Essay

Often viewed as controversial; plastic surgery has the capability to change lives of various individuals from diverse socioeconomic levels. Plastic surgery covers a broad spectrum of services which are included in reconstructive surgery, as well as, the popular aesthetic appeal of cosmetic surgery. Plastic surgery affects society both physically, psychologically, and emotionally. From Operation Smile to botox, accident victims to breast augmentation, and Little Baby Face Foundation to facelifts; plastic surgery can give hope and confidence to many people. Plastic surgery can be delineated as the branch of surgery concerned with therapeutic or cosmetic repair or re-formation of missing, injured, or malformed tissues or parts. (â€Å"Plastic Surgery† dictionary.com) There is written medical evidence that some of the first plastic surgery procedures are dated back more than 4,000 years ago (â€Å"ASAPS†). â€Å"Physicians in ancient India were utilizing skin grafts for reconstructive work as early as 800 B.C† (â€Å"ASAPS†). In 1827, Dr. John Peter Mettauer performed the first cleft palate operation (â€Å"ASAPS†). This shows that plastic surgery has always had a very powerful impact on society. Even though plastic surgery is glamorized by the public eye there are a vast amount of instances where it is to truly help someone that needs it. Operation Smile is a prime example of how plastic surgery can improve the life of someone. They are an organization that helps children worldwide. Operation smile trea ts facial deformities such as cleft palates and cleft lips for free. â€Å"They have provided reconstructive plastic surgery to over 150,000 children and young adults in more than 60 countries† (â€Å"Plastic Surgery). Regardless of how much the media popularizes plastic surgery, you must not focus on that effect, but on the effect foundations like these have on society. If a woman were to be diagnosed with breast cancer there is a possibility that she will need surgery. At this time a mastectomy (removal of the breast) in order to keep the cancer from spreading (â€Å"Breast Cancer and Breast Reconstructive Surgery†). There are many different alterations in which there could be a portion of the breast taken away or even all of the breast ( â€Å"Breast Cancer and Breast Reconstructive Surgery†). This affects society in many different ways. This could strongly damage self-esteem as well as do much mental damage. Even though you are doing this procedure it could possibly be a life saving one. Another wonderful opportunity that plastic surgery can offer someone is repairing any damage done to a veteran while they were in active duty. Many hospitals will actually perform cosmetic surgery free of charge. Whether it was from a gunshot wound or grenade shrapnel effecting the face or body of a soldier, many â€Å"training† hospitals will pay for all the charges that would be given to the patient. There are various programs that offer free procedures that will help injured veterans attempt to continue their lives without embarrassing scars on their bodies. Plastic surgery has a very positive impact on the world. Although plastic surgery has much negative exposure, it still has a large portion of positive effects that are not often heard about. â€Å"Many of these benefits include confidence, health safety, post-accidental reconstruction and age-defiance, respectively (â€Å"What Are the Pos itive Effects of Cosmetic Surgery†). There are many different factors that contribute to a person’s happiness (â€Å"What Are the Positive Effects of Cosmetic Surgery†). If someone has something wrong with their body that they believe can be improved then he/she will be able to fix it which will in turn lead to a happier person with a better quality of life. However there are many health risks that can be fixed by plastic surgery. If someone were to be dangerously overweight then they could get liposuction or another procedure that would keep them from getting diseases such as heart disease, a higher blood pressure among other problems (â€Å"What Are the Positive Effects of Cosmetic Surgery†). There are even many instances where a tragic accident could leave a person physically deformed. In this case reconstructive surgery could be the answer and return the lives of patients to some sense of normalcy. Looking younger is now a popular trend among older and sometimes even younger people. This leads to a more positive outlook on life and is also used as a preventative precaution (â€Å"What Are the Positive Effects of Cosmetic Surgery†). Whatever the reason may be, plastic surgery has proven to be one of the most effective techniques to ensure a more positive outlook on life. There was an interview conducted by SteadyHealth.com and Dr. Howard T. Bellin last year. In this interview many different questions were asked about self esteem and the appropriate age for plastic surgery. Dr. Bellin believes that a person’s self esteem can benefit significantly from plastic surgery. One of the major surgeries that he does would be the rhinoplasty. He does this operation on teens. There is a general debate about what age is appropriate to let your child have plastic surgery. Sometimes parents believe that their child may be too young or perhaps too immature to engage in surgeries that seem to be for adults only. Plastic surgery can fix some problems but is not a â⠂¬Å"cure†. Cosmetic procedures are becoming much more common among teens now a day and are helping them through everyday life and help them fit in. There will always be a debate on this situation but it is important to look out for the best interests of the patient (â€Å"An Interview with Dr. Howard T. Bellin†). There are many different mental diseases that relate to plastic surgery. These diseases do cause there to be a negative idea about surgery. â€Å"This is sometimes true, but there are some cases that this is not always a bad thing. Body Dysmorphic Disorder or (BDD) is described by the psychiatric Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders as a preoccupation with an imagined defect in appearance†(â€Å"Body Dysmorphic Disorder†). Usually with this disease the person who has this disorder while mark the body excessively in one location which may cause it to become deformed. They will obviously want this to be fixed and will want to have surgery. If this go es untreated then the likelihood of suicide can increase so in order to prevent this surgeons will fix the problem which will hopefully keep the patient happy and able to continue on with life. Other times it is not that simple and they will need additional surgery to correct the â€Å"problem† that they believe is present. There have been studies conducted on patients post operation feelings. There are many emotional ties that go with getting surgery. â€Å"A study in 2005 by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons found that 75 percent of the respondents indicated that they chose plastic surgery to gain an improved appearance and a more active lifestyle†(â€Å"Emotional Changes After Plastic Surgery†). â€Å"Likewise, 70 percent sighted emotional and psychological rewards after surgery, with notable happiness and renewed self-esteem and confidence† (â€Å"Emotional Changes After Plastic Surgery†). â€Å"Equally impressive, 45 percent enjoyed the daily benefit of being more attractive†(â€Å"Emotional Changes After Plastic Surgery†). So you can see that in most cases there is an unambiguous change in a person’s perso nality after surgery. There are many benefits of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. This is a tool used by a fair number of the population in the world. It helps keep the status quo intact and also lets some feel accepted. With all of the glamours that television promotes about plastic surgery it may be hard to fit in. This is a way to keep everyone on the same page so to speak. It may have some negative effects on society, but the positive aspects definitely outway them. It improves the emotional status of the patients after surgery and statistics show that there has even been a direct link with a person’s personality and surgery. Whether it is organizations trying to help children have a normal and prosperous life or a â€Å"training† hospital operating on a veteran for free, these procedures have proven to be a very positive thing and improve lives. The emotional and physical health of people throughout the world have been positively impacted by this. There are many advances that are being made everyday in the medical field. There are even instances where you can not even tell that someone has went â€Å"under the knife†. Plastic surgery will continue to give hope to people and will also give people the courage and strength to deal with everyday life. Works Cited â€Å"ASAPS.† News Releases. N.p., n.d. Web. 10 Dec. 2012. â€Å"Body Dysmorphic Disorder.† Body Dysmorphic Disorder. N.p., n.d. Web. 01 Jan. 2013. â€Å"Breast Cancer and Breast Reconstructive Surgery.† WebMD. WebMD, n.d. Web. 01 Jan. 2013. â€Å"Emotional Changes After Plastic Surgery: What You Need to Know.† Emotional Changes After Plastic Surgery. N.p., n.d. Web. 01 Jan. 2013. â€Å"An Interview with Dr. Howard T. Bellin – A Plastic Surgeon, Inventor, and Director of CosMedica.† SteadyHealth.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 01 Jan. 2013. â€Å"Plastic Surgery.† Dictionary.com. Dictionary.com, n.d. Web. 31 Dec. 2012. â€Å"Plastic Surgery.† Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, 22 Jan. 2013. Web. 25 Jan. 2013. â€Å"What Are the Positive Effects of Cosmetic Surgery?† HubPages. N.p., n.d. Web. 01 Jan. 2013.

Critical Analysis Of The Scenarios Tourism Essay Essay Example

Critical Analysis Of The Scenarios Tourism Essay Essay Example Critical Analysis Of The Scenarios Tourism Essay Essay Critical Analysis Of The Scenarios Tourism Essay Essay Uninhabited until the seventeenth century, the island was ruled foremost by the Dutch and so the Gallic after the Dutch had abandoned it. The British took control during the Napoleonic Wars and Mauritius became independent from the UK in 1968. Mauritius is a parliamentary democracy and is member of the Southern African Development Community, the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa the African Union and the Commonwealth of Nations. The chief linguistic communications spoken in Mauritius are Mauritanian Creole, French and English. English is the lone official linguistic communication but the lingua franca is Creole and the newspapers and telecasting plans are normally in French. Ethnically, the bulk of the population is Indian and there are besides many people of African descent on the island and there are besides European and Chinese minorities. It is the lone African state where the largest faith is Hinduism although Christianity and Islam besides have important populations. The island of Mauritius is renowned for holding been the lone known place of the fogy. First sighted by Europeans around 1600 on Mauritius, the fogy became extinct less than eighty old ages subsequently. Tourism is the 3rd pillar of the Mauritanian economic system and is still a booming marine-based industry. The coastal sites chosen for touristry development are mostly exploited for their beauty and exoticness, aesthetic value, natural home grounds with singular biodiversity ( e.g. coral reefs, sand beaches and dunes ) , and the warm, clear and attractive laguna H2O. The figure of big hotels increased from 80 in 1991 to 95 in 2001, with practically all being located on or shut to the beach. The chief island of Mauritius has 177 kilometer of seashore and there are three coastal touristry development zones ( where hotels are already developed or planned ) numbering 96 kilometer ( 54 % ) : ( 1 ) Northern Zone from Balaclava to Grand Gaube ( 20 kilometer of seashore with 31 hotels of greater than 20 suites, and 21 dive Centres ) , ( 2 ) Eastern Zone from Roches Noires to Trou dEau Douce ( 39 kilometer of seashore, with 17 hotels and 7 dive Centres ) , and ( 3 ) South West Zone from Flic en Flac to Le Morne ( 37 kilometer of seashore with 15 hotels and 10 dive Centres ) . There are a farther three beach hotels near Mahebourg in the south E. Although all beaches are accessible by the populace, the domestic usage of beaches is constrained because most of the best beaches are bordered by hotel developments, and residential cottage developments are abundant along other beach-fronted parts of the seashore. The figure of tourers sing Mauritius increased from 300,000 to more than 650,000 during the same period ( Ministry of Tourism, 2001 ) , an addition of more than 100 % . Tourists come to Mauritius to bask the Sun, sand and sea, and their increasing figure ( expected to transcend 800,000 in 2003 ) produces an addition in demand for recreational activities, which involve beaching, swimming, snorkelling, plunging and the usage of fast boats ( skiing, para-ascending ) , little seafaring boats, glass underside boats, air current breaker and pedallos, H2O taxis along the sea shores every bit good as big catamarans and velocity boats cruising out to islets within the lagunas. for history can utilize ( hypertext transfer protocol: //www.hotelsmauritius.mu/history_of_mauritius.html ) Outgo Table Tourist s Outgo by type of Expenditure, 1989-2009 Harmonizing to the tabular array 1 the writer noticed that the tendency of outgo of tourers has been the same since many old ages, highest being in the adjustment sector, followed by the repasts and drinks, shopping, conveyance, amusement and the others. From 1998 to 2006 the tendency remained the same, whereas from 2009 the tendency started holding a minute alteration as the tourers started passing more on the amusement than the conveyance. Conveyance The local agencies of conveyance found in Mauritius is either the local coachs or the taxis. The major coachs run from 6am to 6:30pm, while there are really few late coachs that run till 11pm. The coach menu ranges between Rs. 12 for short trips and Rs. 30 for the late coachs. There are few air-conditioned coachs which cost few more than the normal menu. Hiring a cab by and large cost around Rs. 1,500 to 2,000 for a twenty-four hours. The cab menu does non change on the figure of people sharing. There are few cab drivers that cruise around few countries to pick up the riders waiting at the coach stands with a little more menu. This service is known as share cab or taxi trains . Local Food Mauritius culinary art is a mixture of Creole, Chinese, African, European and Indian. The Mauritanian curries are quite spicy and the curries are made with fish, poulet or beef. Few of the celebrated Mauritian local dishes are Daube de Poisson, Langouste a La Creole, Briani, Beef Black Beans, etc. The street nutrient in Mauritius can be said to be a mixture of Indian and Gallic bites, few of the most common dishes are samoussas, gateaux pomme de terre, gateaux piments, wands fromages and dholl purri or roti ( sort of a battercake served along with tomato sauce and hot bean curry normally known as Indian relish ) . Local Attractions As we know Mauritius is an island which is celebrated for its bluish sea and aureate littorals, so the chief attractive forces here are the natural beauty like, beaches, waterfalls, marine life, coastal line roads, nature Parkss, sailing A ; sails, H2O athleticss, etc. Few of the chief attractive forces are Botanical garden, Black River Gorges national park, Port Louis, Ile aux Crefs Island, Chamarel Park 7 colored Earth A ; chamarel falls, Casela Nature A ; Leisure Park, Catamaran Sailing sails, Water Sports, Swim with Dolphin, Scuba Diving and submarine walk, etc. hypertext transfer protocol: //www.travelmauritius.info/mauritius_food_cuisine.html TALC ( island touristry sustainable position ) Tourism Area Life Cycle To understand the development of a finish there are many theoretical accounts, but Butler s theoretical account of Tourism Area Life Cycle is one of the most effectual theoretical account. The theoretical account proposes that the finish evolves through many phases: ( 1 ) geographic expedition, ( 2 ) engagement, ( 3 ) development, ( 4 ) consolidation, ( 5 ) stagnancy, ( 6 ) diminution and ( 7 ) greening. Mostly TALC is used for the finishs that are mature and have reached the stagnancy stage. TALC was criticized a batch due to which Butler revised the theoretical account and besides highlighted the facets such as transporting capacity, dynamism and the long-run planning to besiege the diminution. Harmonizing to pantryman from the consolidation phase it is considered as the critical scope of elements of capacity. hypertext transfer protocol: //www.uvm.edu/rsenr/rm230/butler_tourist_life_cycle.jpg Figure Tourism Area Life Cycle The first epoch ( 1980-1989 ) The geographic expedition phase of Mauritius started in the 1950 s, with its first hotel Beachcomber gap in 1952. The geographic expedition phase was of really short continuance, by 1974 the figure of hotels in Mauritius rose to 30 and on an mean the tourer reaching increased to 12.3 % yearly from 1974 to 1979. With this we can state that Mauritius had entered the engagement phase. As shown in the tabular array 2 Mauritius entered the development phase by 1980 s. From 1980 to 1984 the tourer reachings were non changeless in their growing per centum, once it s increasing and so it s diminishing. 1984 onwards, positive and dual figure growing was acquiring common. Harmonizing to the tabular array 2 the 10 old ages from 1980 to 1989 had a consistent year-on-year growing in the tourer reception. Harmonizing to ( hypertext transfer protocol: //books.google.com.sg/books? id=-i3ksc2ZrSgC A ; pg=PA130 A ; lpg=PA130 A ; dq=hotel+development+incentive+act+of+1974, +mauritius A ; source=bl A ; ots=2DJV47v_uq A ; sig=a6eCEKfYaZGP4rztQTWoJqrUA4o A ; hl=en A ; sa=X A ; ei=tx7AUMaJK8SPrgf4woGoCQ A ; sqi=2 A ; ved=0CDwQ6AEwAA # v=onepage A ; q=hotel % 20development % 20incentive % 20act % 20of % 201974 % 2C % 20mauritius A ; f=false ) the Hotel Development Incentive Act of 1974, authorities provided a batch of inducements to the hotel developers. The act included the import responsibility freedoms on capital equipment, free repatriation of net incomes A ; dividends, income revenue enhancement grants, favourable corporate revenue enhancements and loans on decreased involvement rates from Mauritius Development Bank. As cited by Gabbay, 1988 A ; Brown, 1997 in ( hypertext transfer protocol: //books.google.com.sg/books? id=-i3ksc2ZrSgC A ; pg=PA130 A ; lpg=PA130 A ; dq=hotel+development+incentive+act+of+1974, +mauritius A ; source=bl A ; ots=2DJV47v_uq A ; sig=a6eCEKfYaZGP4rztQTWoJqrUA4o A ; hl=en A ; sa=X A ; ei=tx7AUMaJK8SPrgf4woGoCQ A ; sqi=2 A ; ved=0 CDwQ6AEwAA # v=onepage A ; q=hotel % 20development % 20incentive % 20act % 20of % 201974 % 2C % 20mauritius A ; f=false ) the hotel tenancy % rose from 55 % in 1979 to 80 % in 1985, however by 1988 the tenancy % declined to 66 % . Table Tourism Statistics for the period 1980-1989 The 2nd epoch ( 1990-1999 ) In 1990 s Mauritius saw it itself traveling into the consolidation phase where the growing rate of the hotel was decelerating down. Due to the glut of hotels in the market, the authorities took action by stop deading the issue of the hotel development certification. Harmonizing to the tabular array 3 the writer can see a diminution in the figure of hotel from 95 in 1995 to 92 in 1999, and even the tourer arrival year-on-year growing was really unpredictable, get downing with 10.9 % in 1990 and stoping with 3.9 % in 1999. The writer besides noticed that the year-on-year tourer reception growing was besides worsening with in this period. The 2nd epoch saw the international hotel groups come ining Mauritius market like Accor group, and the bing groups were beef uping their place in the market. Within this period the growing of four and five star hotel was seen. ( island touristry sustainable position ) Table Tourism Statistics for the period 1990-1999 The 3rd epoch ( 2000-2008 ) ( island touristry sustainable position ) With the start of the new millenary Mauritius entered the TALC s stagnancy stage. Harmonizing to Butler ( 1980 ) the stagnancy stage is distinguished with many characteristics ; economic, environmental and societal jobs, bed capacity, heavy dependance on the re-visit and the finish trade name image acquiring alteration. As seen in the tabular array 4 Mauritius experienced a positive year-on-year growing in the tourer reaching but less than 4 % within 2001-2006. The writer has besides noticed that the figure hotels were changeless for 3 back-to-back old ages ( 2000-2002 ) and started worsening from 99 in 2005 to 97 in 2007. In comparing to the last two eras the travel and touristry industry in Mauritius had a worsening stage. Even in this ear Mauritius saw an inconsistent positive growing in the tourer grosss. With all the inconsistent tourer reachings and the tourer receipts the authorities had to reexamine on the finish development schemes. In 2000 Deloitte and Touche a confer withi ng house was funded by European Community for developing a touristry program for Mauritius. Harmonizing the study Mauritius should rejuvenate and diversify its traditional 3S ( Sea, Sand and Sun ) merchandise. Harmonizing to ( island touristry sustainable position ) there was a drastic up-gradation in the hotel installations in the luxury market and it besides increased its tourer s carrying capacity by constructing 6 new hotels within the period of 2003-2004. Mauritius besides increased its handiness to the traditional and non-traditional markets, due to which a big figure of tourer reachings were seen in 2007. These steps corresponded to the greening schemes recommended by TALC ( Agarwal, 2002 ; Butler, 2006b ) . Table Tourism Statistics for the period 2000-2008 Multiplier Effect When an country is developed as a tourer finish, the economic system benefits as new occupations are created and visitants brings more concern to local people. Money is added to an country when person from outside its boundary lines buys a good or services produced in the country. This money is so re-spent in the economic system, which can be used in bettering the local services, either by developing better conveyance and substructure or by supplying more installations for visitants and local people. This is known as Multiplier Effect . The money spent by the tourer has both the direct and indirect effects. The endeavors that straight benefits from the tourer disbursement are like, hotels, attractive forces, conveyances, eating houses, etc. Other concerns that may hold some benefits from the tourers are stores, concerns that are indirectly relate to the goods and services provided to the tourers, like washs, nutrient providers, etc. Example: If tourer stays a dark in Mauritius, they will pay to the adjustment to the hotel. The hotel will utilize that money to pay the staffs and the providers. Then the staff will utilize that money in some local store and the provider will utilize that money to pay their staff. So the money is invariably being circulated in the country and bring forthing more wealth for other concerns and therefore it is known as multiplier consequence . Nevertheless, a part of money paid to the hotel is lost in paying the revenue enhancement to the authorities or to the provider those are non within the country, due to which the money is non future circulated in the country, and this is known as the leakage in the local economic system. Beginning: Rowe, A. , Smith, D.A. A ; Borien, F. ( 2002 ) Smita nundlol ( reserve director martim hotel Singapore ) Critical analysis of the scenarios Conclusion/ Stakeholders Response Tourism on a whole is all about being responsible and taking attention of your actions. Steering touristry enlargement toward local demands, involvements, and bounds can greatly better touristry s value to the community and assist make a sustainable industry. Numerous little communities have the accomplishments and resources for successful touristry development. Making a local touristry industry is non an unapproachable undertaking, but doing touristry truly robust the community requires work. Making a successful and sustainable touristry industry is like making any successful and sustainable economic activity. The primary motive for a concern or part to supply tourers is by and large economic. An single concern is interested chiefly in its ain grosss and costs, while a community or part is concerned with touristry s overall part to the economic system, every bit good as its societal, economic and environmental impacts. A good apprehension of touristry s economic impacts is hence o f import for the touristry industry, authorities functionaries, and the community as a whole. Turning finishs therefore should implement assorted schemes to increase direct gross such as touristry grosss ( revenue enhancements aside ) which can be expanded by increasing the figure of visitants, their mean length of stay, and their mean day-to-day outgo.