Workshops

Transfer Workshops & Seminars

The staff at the Transfer Center is dedicated to helping our students succeed in their educational goals. We offer the following transfer-related workshops throughout the year to inform and assist students with transfer basics, university application, and student development. Below is a quick list of the workshops and seminars we provide; just click your desired seminar for detailed information.

CSU	UC	Private & Out-of-State	Other
CSU Long Beach Admissions Transfer Basics: CSU & UC Transfer Seminar: CSU vs. UC	Transfer Basics: CSU & UC Transfer Seminar: CSU vs. UC Transfer Cafe UC Admissions Panel UC Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) Personal Statement Assistance	USC Admissions Seminar Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) Women's Colleges	Pathways to Teaching Transfer Seminar: Public vs. Private

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CSU Long Beach Admissions Seminar
The Beach is hot! The popularity of Long Beach State and the current budget crisis has affected the admissions selection to this highly popular CSU. The university representative from Long Beach State will conduct an admission seminar to explain admissions requirements to CSULB. Don't miss out!	Tue., Oct. 20, 2-3pm, Rm 228
Pathways to Teaching
ATTENTION FUTURE TEACHERS! The representative from California State University, Fullerton, Center for Careers in teaching, will be hosting a Pathways to Teaching seminar for those students who are interested in teaching. Topics covered will include multiple, single-subject, and other specialized teaching credentials.	Thu., Oct. 8, 12-1pm, Thu., Nov. 12, 12-1pm Seminars will be held in the Transfer Center
Transfer Basics: CSU & UC
The majority of our students will transfer to a CSU or UC; however, many students do not understand how the transfer process works. This workshop will cover the basic transfer requirements to the CSU and UC. Topics covered will include: how to pick transfer courses, choosing a college and major, online and printed transfer resources, application deadlines, the critical courses for the UC and the CSU system, and much more! Also you will learn about the eight steps to transfer success. Don’t miss it!	Held every Friday, 12-1pm in the Transfer Center, room 212, beginning Sept 4 and ending Nov. 6
Transfer Seminar: CSU vs. UC
There are plenty of myths that surround the CSU and the UC systems which tend to confuse students and, in some cases, prevent them from considering all their transfer options. We will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both systems.	Wed., Oct. 21, 12-1:30pm, Rm 224 Thu. Oct. 22, 12-1:30pm, Rm 224 Room 224
Transfer Seminar: Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU)
HBCUs are a source of accomplishment and great pride for the African American community as well as the entire nation. HBCUs offer all students, regardless of race, an opportunity to develop their skills and talents. These institutions train young people who go on to serve domestically and internationally in the professions as entrepreneurs and in the public and private sectors. Come to this seminar to learn more!	Look for future date in Feb. 2010!
Transfer Seminar: Women's Colleges
Women’s colleges are colleges that identify themselves as having an institutional mission primarily related to promoting and expanding educational opportunities for women. Most institutions of higher education currently have majority female enrollments; women’s colleges have predominantly female enrollments. Want to learn more? Come join us.	Look for future date in Mar. 2010!
TITLE AND DESCRIPTION	DATE, TIME, LOCATION
Transfer Seminar: Public vs. Private Institutions
There are well over 75 accredited colleges and universities in the state of California each of which have differ in their major offerings and educational missions. This workshop will give you a better understanding of the variety of private colleges and the benefits of attending a private institution in relation to the public university.	Thu. Oct. 22, 2-3pm, Rm 229
Transfer Cafe
Each year, the Transfer Center staff teams with the English and ESL faculty to provide students with last-minute assistance with their UC personal statement. This event is held during our Application Rush Week and will be your last chance to get assistance with your UC personal statement. Coffee will be provided!	Mon. Nov. 23, 4-9pm Tue. Nov. 24, 4-9pm Mon. Nov. 30, 4-9pm Transfer Cafe will be held in the Transfer Center, Rm 212
UC Admissions Panel
Representatives from the University of California will conduct an admissions panel following the Fall College Day Fair. This is your opportunity to pose questions related to campus admissions practices, services, financial aid, etc.	Tue., Oct.20, 1-2pm, Rm 224
UC Personal Statement Workshop (A three-part series)
The UC and most private campuses will require a student to write a personal statement (essay). The Transfer Center is offering a three-part workshop series to help you write a top-notch personal statement. The three-part series is designed to encourage you to begin your essay as soon as possible and avoid the common mistakes and pitfalls in personal statement writing. The three-part series: Part I – Getting Started with UC Irvine Representative, Vanessa Gonzalez Part II – Proofreading with FC English Faculty, Miguel Powers Part III – Polishing with UCLA Representative, Casey Hunter	Part I: Thu., Sept. 24, 2-3pm, Room 224 Part II: Wed., Oct. 14, 3-4pm, Room 229 Part III: Thu., Nov. 5, 1-2pm, Room 226
UC Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) Prescreening
Want to increase your chances of being accepted to select UC campuses? TAGs are just the thing you need to give you an assurance of transfer especially during these times of tight budgets. These workshops are designed to let you know if you qualify for the UC TAGs. RSVP is required for this workshop.	Wed. Sept. 2, 10-11am Tue. Sept. 8, 10-11am Wed. Sept. 16, 12-1pm Tue. Sept. 22, 12-1pm Wed. Sept. 30, 12-1pm Tue., Oct 6, 12-1pm Wed., Oct. 14, 12-1pm Wed., Oct. 21, 12-1pm Wed., Oct. 28, 12-1pm Tue., Nov. 3, 12-1pm Tue., Nov. 10, 12-1pm All workshops held in the Transfer Center, room 212.
University of Southern California (USC) Admissions Seminar
Attention future Trojans! This is your annual opportunity to meet the university representative from USC. The USC representative will cover basics admissions requirements, application process, and any questions you may have! *GO TROJANS!*	Mon. Nov.16, 1-2pm, Rm 224