Monday, Feb. 8
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. EST
Link: https://officehours.it.umich.edu/queue/667
Staff advisors will be available virtually on Monday, February 8 from 10am-2pm ET to answer your drop-in questions about the Psych and BCN majors, transfer credit, research opportunities, and more.
To get virtual advising, join the queue: https://officehours.it.umich.edu/queue/667 . The queue will only be open during the times listed - you will not be able to join the queue before then. Meetings will be conducted via Zoom. Please download and test Zoom beforehand.
Questions? Email psych.saa@umich.edu. More information at: https://events.umich.edu/event/80027
Monday, Feb. 8
5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Link: https://umich.zoom.us/j/91300695762
Password: Transfer
Join Transfer Connections and the Office of New Student Programs for a virtual game night! Several games will be offered, and you'll be able to select a break out room based on your desired game. Take break from studying, have fun, and meet other transfer students at U-M! Questions? Email alacosta@umich.edu.
Tuesday, Feb. 9
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. EST
Link: https://umich.zoom.us/j/4752337741
This virtual event will be held by the Office of Financial Aid's Transfer Team Advisors. The event is designed to celebrate University of Michigan transfer students by highlighting the specific resources our office has available to the transfer student population. We will also be addressing common questions received from transfer students in regards to their financial aid. Questions? Email rewatson@umich.edu.
Tuesday, Feb. 9
5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (EST)
Link: https://umich.zoom.us/j/93138215464
The Sweetland Center for Writing offers fantastic resources for transfer students seeking to improve themselves as writers to prepare for their first year or upper-level writing requirement courses! At this event, you will learn about Sweetland's course offerings that are geared toward transfer student populations, our writing workshops led by Sweetland faculty and our specially trained Peer Writing Consultants, as well as the minor in writing for students who wish to delve deeply into the world of creative expression through writing. If you cannot attend the event, but would still like information on Sweetland's services/opportunities, please email dhartlep@umich.edu.
Questions? Email dhartlep@umich.edu or visit https://lsa.umich.edu/sweetland/undergraduates/transfer-students.html
Wednesday, Feb. 10
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. EST
Link: https://umich.zoom.us/j/94151835861
Do you have questions about living off-campus? Join us for an information session for students thinking about living off-campus. You'll learn about important things to consider before signing a lease, find out about community engagement opportunities as well as information on how to avoid scams. The event will include a short presentation and details on off-campus housing, and then time for a Q&A. You will be able to ask questions live, or in the chat. Questions? Email beyondthediag@umich.edu
Wednesday, Feb. 10
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. EST
Link: https://umich.zoom.us/j/92164829872
Come meet Chelsea Moore, transfer student liaison at the University Career Center. In this low key coffee chat, we'll talk about: navigating internship/job searches, job fairs, and career exploration as a transfer student. Chelsea will share a few key resources and chat with you to answer your questions. Questions? Email chgreene@umich.edu.
Thursday, Feb. 11
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. EST
Link: https://umich.zoom.us/j/96330557550
This session will provide CSP transfer students with an opportunity to get to know each other, share stories about lessons they've learned, receive info about helpful resources for transfer students, and provide feedback on their experience as a CSP scholar thus far. Questions? Email mrjason@umich.edu.
Thursday, Feb. 11
7:30 - 8:30 p.m. EST
Register Here: https://myumi.ch/AxD3Z
Link: https://umich.zoom.us/j/95692885656 and passcode 022321
Are you looking to meet new people and connect with others? Join our undergraduate Program Facilitators for some fun focused on self-care and community building! We'll practice self-care strategies, participate in a gratitude scavenger hunt, and play virtual games! Please register for this event here: https://myumi.ch/AxD3Z. Questions? Email aglynch@umich.edu.
Friday, Feb. 12
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST
Register: http://www.cew.umich.edu/events-workshops/
Welcome to the University of Michigan! Here at CEW+ we have a rich history of celebrating and supporting nontraditional students. What does it mean to be nontraditional? If you're a transfer student, married, have children, are older than the "typical" college student, are a caregiver, commuter, or any number of other characteristics where you feel "different" from other students, or support nontraditional students - we welcome you to attend this event! Participate for the entire event, or come and go as needed.
Enjoy this opportunity to meet other students with similar stories and experience tools that will support your success. In addition, learn more about events and opportunities that the CEW+ provides to help you thrive academically and personally. Register on our website to receive the Zoom link. Questions? Email mundylav@umich.edu.
Friday, Feb. 12
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. EST
Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBJRI7TfT_ss001nhNOehHBvcXXzn99ilI1cAlf2IoiIIY0Q/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&gxids=7628
Join us to meet other transfers, play a game and have FUN! (Registration is required and the event has limited space.) Sponsored by The Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives and The Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Questions? Email hattrick@umich.edu.
Friday, Feb. 12
12:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST
Link: https://umich.zoom.us/j/92496873373
Creation of a digital scrapbook (using Powerpoint) and online games on Friday 2/12. Our school Instagram account will also be dedicated to a transfer student takeover for that whole week (2/8 - 2/12). Questions? Email bbscott@umich.edu.
Friday, Feb. 12
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. EST
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2021-ross-bba-transfer-appreciation-week-alumni-panel-registration-135743156435
The Ross BBA Transfer Appreciation Week Alumni Panel is an opportunity to connect and hear from BBA alumni that entered the program as transfer students. Alumni will share their experiences navigating the BBA program as transfer students and share insights about their career paths. Questions? Email pablosm@umich.edu.
Available now on Spotify and YouTube
The aMplify Podcast discusses the experience of being a student at the University of Michigan with various topics including mental health, student orgs, housing, and more. Created and hosted by June Rayburn and Elyas Perry, both transfer students currently attending UM, and supported by optiMize.
This project explores issues many feel unsure about as they come into the UM community by mixing storytelling, guest interviews, and resources for support on campus. Episodes are currently available for streaming and new episodes will be released throughout the year. Tell us which episode is your favorite and let us know what topics you would like to hear us discuss at rayburnj@umich.edu and we will send you a link for a FREE aMplify goodie bag which includes a glass mug and long-sleeve shirt!"