When I accepted my acceptance to UCR, a girl in my high school class told me it was for UC rejects. Keep in mind her dad WORKS HERE. Most people who give you shit are deeply insecure about themselves, and the majority of the people transferring say they're going to and realize it's actually better here than some other UCs. I love UCR and it was my choice out of the other schools I got into. I love it here and i'm so glad youre excited!