SP2022 Guidebook

TRANSFER STUDENT ENGAGEMENT GUIDE BOOK

CONTENTS

Jaguar Transfer Meet Our Assembly Transfer Team

Start Here!

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10 Transfer TO DOs

Tau Sigma

Transfer Student Testimonials

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PAGE 8- 10

PAGE 11 & 17

Why Mentoring National Transfer Transfer Student Week Tuesdays Matters PAGE 13

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Transfer Student Welcome Week Events

PAGE 6 Semester Event Calandar Spring 2021

PAGE 12 Transfer Library

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WELCOME! Hello Transfer Jags! The Transfer Student Engagement Office welcomes you to our university's campus life. Our department provides opportunities for you to be involved on campus and get familiar with resources that you may need in order to graduate successfully. We also provide mentorship programs for students who would like to connect more on campus and have a resource at their fingertips - while also focusing on academic health. For incoming transfer students, becoming a mentee is a huge step in the right direction. While providing these opportunities, we host events for you throughout the year to help your transition and to also help the overall engagement process. We welcome all transfer students and want your experience at our university to be the most memorable!

- Your Transfer Engagement Team

#TRANSFERJAGS

JAGUAR TRANSFER ASSEMBLY This event takes place the week before classes begin. We host the Jaguar Transfer Assembly to assist you and your family with your new transition to Texas A&M University-San Antonio! On this day, we start off with personalized tours, faculty and student panels, an information fair and end with a dinner where you have the chance to meet with the network of faculty, staff, students, and peers that will help you be successful during your academic journey. At the conclusion of the dinner, you get to participate in a tradition that many other transfer students have participated in: The Signing of the Scroll.

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MEET OUR TRANSFER TEAM Juan Espinoza is the Assistant Director of Transfer Student Engagement . He's also a transfer student from the Alamo colleges and an alumnus class of 2016! Juan enjoys building and executing programming for all transfer students on campus and aims to provide the best experience from orientation to commencement.

When you see him on campus, don't be afraid to say "HELLO!"

Fun Fact: Juan coached a National Championship drill team for 14 years!

Home Town: Houston, TX Favorite On-campus event/tradition: Ring Ceremony Festival de Cascarones

Tiffany is a Senior at Texas A&M University- San Antonio majoring in English with a teacher certification 7-12. Throughout her time at A&M- SA she has worked for the Office of Transfer Student Engagement as a Student Coordinator. Also, she is involved in the Tau Sigma National Honor society, Kappa Delta Pi National Honor Society, Silver Liners Mentorship program, Animal Heart Society, Cisneros Institute of Emerging Leaders Cohort, Catholic Student Association and she is First Generation Student Fun Fact: I have taken a class at all of the Alamo Community Colleges.

Hometown: China Grove, TX Favorite On-campus event/tradition: Trunk or Treat & Festival de Cascarones

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Tristan is a Junior at Texas A&M University-San Antonio majoring in accounting. Recently transferring from Palo Alto he's made himself busy by joining the transfer team as their new student coordinator for Office of New Student Programs. Hoping to provide others with a welcoming and memorable experience like his very own. Also, a new brother to the Delta Chi Fraternity and a member of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.

Fun Fact: Tristan's mom graduated from the university too, and even has one of the first few bricks to prove it.

Hometown: San Antonio, TX Favorite On-campus event/tradition: Ring Ceremony

MEET OUR TRANSFER TEAM Michael is a junior at Texas A&M San-Antonio majoring in Biology. Since transferring to TAMUSA, Michael has been involved in Silver Liners mentorship program, and has recently began his position at lead mentor for the Office of Transfer Engagement. He is also involved in the pre-health and biology club on campus, as well working as a research aid on campus.

Michael is also a first generation student.

Fun fact: I live on a cattle ranch!

Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona Favorite on campus event/tradition: Transfer week

Stephanie Gooding is a Senior at Texas A&M University- San Antonio pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.

Throughout her time at A&M- SA, she has worked for the Office of Transfer Student Engagement as the Lead Mentor for the Transfer Engagement & Advocacy Mentorship (T.E.A.M.) Program, been a Mentor in the Silver Liners transfer mentorship program, is a Common Experience Committee, and is a member of Tau Sigma National Honor Society.

Fun Fact: Steph won an all-expense paid trip to Napa Valley due to her high wine sales at her weekend job.

Hometown: San Antonio Favorite on-campus event/tradition: Ring Ceremony

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START HERE! MY ADVISOR IS : MY SUCCESS COACH IS: MY MASCOT IS: MY SCHOOL COLORS ARE: ONE EVENT I WON'T MISS: STUDENT ORG I'M JOINING: MY MENTOR IS :

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01/10/2022

01/11/2022

Breakfast Bonanza

Transfer Student Evening Mixer

8:30am- While supplies last

6:00PM- 7:00PM

THE TRANSFER ENGAGEMENT OFFICE PRESENTS

TRANSFER STUDENT WELCOME WEEK EVENTS 01/12/2022 Transfer Open House

11:00AM-2:00PM

Visit Jagsync For Full Event Details!!

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@TAMUSA.TRANSFERS

10 Transfer TO DOs Visit the Transfer Office, virtual appointments available

Check JagSync for events with free food or swag

(CASA 104C)

Join a Mentorship Program

Visit the library CAB 2nd floor

Visit Chica's Bakery

Join a student organization

(9155 S Zarzamora St, San Antonio, TX 78224)

Take Clifton Strengths Assessment!

Visit our monthly office events

Visit the transfer library in the transfer engagement office

Follow all transfer social media platforms: IG: @TAMUSA.TRANSFERS Jagsync: Transfer Student Engagement

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TAU SIGMA

Welcome all Transfer Students! Tau Sigma is a national honor society designed exclusively for transfer students. Our mission is to recognize and promote the academic excellence and involvement of transfer students. This organization at our university is an invite-only program for transfer students who have spent one semester at our institution and maintained a minimum 3.5 GPA. Tau Sigma provides its members opportunities to earn scholarships, attend leadership conferences, take leadership positions in the university, serve others at the university and in the community, all while developing friendships and becoming a more integral part of A&M-SA. Search "TAU SIGMA" in JagSync today!

Tau Sigma Link tree

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MEET THE E-BOARD!

Stephanie Martinez Classification: Senior Major: Communications Position: Chapter President

Cheyenne Zavala Classification: Senior Major: English 7-12 teaching cert Position: Chapter Vice President

Tiffany Balderas Classification: Junior Major: Communications Position: Chapter Social Media Coordinator

Lori Classification: Senior Major:Marketing w/ a concentration in digital marketing Postion: Social Media Coordinator

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MEET THE E-BOARD!

Viridiana Gomez Classification: Senior Major: English with teaching certification Position: Chapter Secretary

Catherine Millard Classification: Senior Major: Sociology Position: Chapter Event Coordinator

Gabby Viages Classification: Junior Major : kinesiology - pre pt Position: event coordinator

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Transfer Student Testimonials Being a transfer student at Texas A&M San Antonio has changed me for the better. People always said you will meet your closest friends in college and I can now say that I have.

It’s like an extended family I have here with the transfer student engagement office. The whole office should know how much they mean to every single one of us. From the time I have transferred to now I have created memories and friends that will last a lifetime. Without the transfer student organization, I don’t think I would have gotten the college experience I always dreamed of.

- Gabby Villegas

Being a transfer student is an interesting experience to say the least. When transferring to A&M San-Antonio I didn't feel like I was alone. The transfer engagement on campus showed me what it means to have a family at school. I feel connected with the place I go to school now, I am a part of several different orgs. on-campus one of which being the Silver Liners mentorship program for transfer students. Transfer engagement improved my overall transition into a new university and now I am thriving and enjoying my time at A&M San-Antonio.

- Michael Walik

"One of the best memories I have from being engaged on campus definitely has to be transfer week! One of the perks about attending events on campus is that you get to meet other students that are just like you!"

-Stephanie Martinez

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SEMESTER EVENT CALENDAR SPRING 2022

TRANSFER GRAMES GIVEAWAY 2/14/2022 10AM - 11:30PM 6-8PM

TAU SIGMA INDUCTION 3/16/2022 6-9PM

TWO'S DAYS GIVEAWAY 2/22/2022 2-4PM

HOP ON OVER TO TRANSFER TABLING 4/14/2022 10AM - 11:30AM 6-8PM

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Why Mentoring Matters Why does mentoring matter? Mentoring matters because it makes you better, having a mentor will only enhance your experience here on this campus. A mentor can be a compass of sorts to help you find your direction not just in the day to day but your life and career goals as well. A mentor can be a role model accountability coach, friend, a friendly ear or a shoulder to cry on, they can really be whatever you need them to be. Mentors help us see things from alternate perspectives they can lift you up on a down day and bring you back down to earth when you get lost in clouds. Your mentor doesn’t have to be a professor or a staff member, they can be younger than you, identify different than you, have a different major or career, does it help if they do sure but it’s not a requirement. The only real requirements is that they have your best interest at heart are ready to point you in the right direction and most importantly they’re AVAILABLE for you. Once you find your mentor it’s important that you are mentorable as your participation in the relationship is just as important be vulnerable, honest and open to new ideas.

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SILVER LINERS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Summary of the Silver Liners The Silver Liners peer mentorship program is designed specifically to help new transfer

students be successful in their transition year to A&M San Antonio. Silver Liner mentors are

trained, successful transfer students who volunteer to share their experiences with new transfer students to help them navigate and acclimate to campus life. Benefits of signing up with the Silver Liners include someone who can relate to your experiences, professional development, opportunities to get involved on campus, and exclusive swag! As a member of the Silver Liners you’ll be in an organization that is committed to your growth and persistence from orientation through to graduation. By signing up to be a mentee, you are making a low risk - high reward investment into your future success as a Jaguar.

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FALL 2021 Transfer Mentorship Program Orientation Dates

Thursday 01/20/2022

Friday 01/21/2022

Monday 01/24/2022

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Transfer Engagement & Advocacy Mentors T

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T.E.A.M. Summary The Transfer Engagement & Advocacy Mentorship (T.E.A.M.) Program was designed to prioritize the success of transfer students’ academic health. The program pairs transfer students in a Mentor/Mentee relationship in which the interaction provides accountability, interpersonal relationship building, and support for both. The main role of the Mentor would be a case manager connecting the student with resources, identifying gaps in support, and playing a small role in the communication with the professors of the students. The main role of the Mentee is to provide information regarding the progress of their classes, identify and discuss any obstacles they encounter, attend programming events tailored to transfer students’ needs, and finally to incorporate their knowledge from these things into their academic journey through persistence to ensure academic success.

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Transfer Student Testimonials My experience as a transfer student has helped me become more confident. I feel like I was able to find a group of people I can connect with so being on this campus makes me feel comfortable and supported. I appreciate all the transfer events we are able to attend so I can continue to meet more people and get engaged on campus.

-Demi Villereal

As more time passes and I go through this journey I cannot express how much the transfer team has done for me. Without the transfer team, I don’t think I would have found my way through college and found the people I want in my corner forever.

Thank you to the transfer office for giving me a reason to continue my education and find my people along the way.

- Rosa Barajas

Being a transfer student that is also an adult learner was really daunting for me at first. But from the first moment I stepped on campus all that uncertainty was completely washed away. The programs and support that are in place really give us all a chance to connect. We are a family.

- Cat Naranjo

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SOARING YOUR WAY TO MAKING THIS SEMSTER THE BEST IT CAN BE !

Speed Dating February 1st, 2022 6:30 8:00 pm

Give to the Puppers February 15th, 2022 Noon till end of day

Karaoke Night March 1st, 2022 6:30 - 8:00PM

Fiesta Time Social Event Painting Flowers Pots Jazzercise Event April 5th, 2022 April 19th, 2022 March 15th, 2022 6:00 -8:00pm Noon - 2:00pm TBA

Silver Dinner May 3rd, 2022 6:00-8:00pm

JOIN US FOR TRANSFER TUESDAY !

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Transfer Library

Hey Transfer Jags! This is our transfer library that is located in Patriots' Casa on the first floor.

We have chosen these selected books to allow you to read up on life changing moments. Be sure to stop by and take a look to see what interests you! Below are just a few books we have chosen. Be sure to visit the library to see all that we have!

Vote for Us: How to Take Back Our Elections and Change the Future of Voting by Joshua A. Douglas Crucial Conversations Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High, Second Edition Kerry Patterson , Joseph Grenny How to win friends and influence people Dale Carnegie

The art of gathering by Priya Parker The Obstacle is the way Ryan Holiday Man’s search for meaning Victor Frankl Ego is the enemy Ryan Holiday Relentless Tim Grover Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life Bill Burnet & Dave Evans Free to Focus: A Total Productivity System to Achieve More by Doing Less Michael Hyatt The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (A Toltec Wisdom Book) Part of: A Toltec Wisdom Book (6 Books) | by Don Miguel Ruiz and Janet Mills Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?: And Other Conversations About Race Beverly Daniel Tatum Get Better: 15 Proven Practices to Build Effective Relationships at Work Todd Davis Dear America, Notes of an undocumented Citizen Jose Antonio Vargas Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People Mahzarin R. Banaji and Anthony G. Greenwald Grit: The power of passion and perseverance Angela Duckworth

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TRANSFER STUDENT PROGRAM TRANSFER EVENTS

MENTOR PROGRAM

TAU SIGMA

TRANSFER RESOURCES

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TRANSFER ENGAGEMENT GUIDE BOOK INSTAGRAM: @TAMUSA.TRANSFERS JAGSYNC PORTAL TRANSFER STUDENT MENTORS SILVER BULLET NEWSLETTER

A WORD FROM YOUR TRANSFER STUDENT ENGAGEMENT COORD:

AS YOU BEGIN YOUR ACADEMIC JOURNEY HERE AT A&M-SAN ANTONIO, LET ME REMIND YOU THAT YOU ARE MORE THAN CAPABLE OF BECOMING AN INVOLVED, SUCCESSFUL STUDENT. THIS CAMPUS CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH THE RESOURCES AND THE TOOLS TO SUCCEED FROM ORIENTATION THROUGH GRADUATION LET US BE THERE FOR YOU. REACH OUT TO ME IF YOU HAVE ANY UNMET NEEDS: JUAN.ESPINOZA@TAMUSA.EDU

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1ST FLOOR

CAB(Campus Activities Board) Mailroom Recsports 24/7 Computer lab Cafeteria Bookstore

2nd FLOOR

DSS(Disability Support Services) Testing Center Writing Center ITS(Information Technology Services) Library Study Rooms(2nd 3rd 4th floors)

4th FLOOR

Vista Room President's Office

1ST FLOOR

Jag Java Mays Center Study Rooms(2nd and 3rd floor)

MADLA

Welcome center UPD Admissions Financial Aid Business Services Gym

1ST FLOOR

PATRIOTS' CASA 1ST FLOOR

New Student Programs

MODS

A-Southwest Prep Academy (Dual Credit Students) B-Classrooms C-SCC(Student Counseling Center) | Advising | ALC (Academic Learning Center)

2nd FLOOR

FYE(First Year Experience) Military Affairs

CLASSROOM HALL Study Rooms

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TRANSFER TIPS

Here are a few transfer tips! Whether you are a new transfer to our university or you have already transferred in a previous semester, here are some tips that will help!

1. Get your Jaguar I.D. made at the Welcome Center!

2. Be ready to have your camera on for your virtual classes, to engage and interact with your professors and peers.

3. Make it a point to meet with your professor during office hours to discuss your progress and to get to know them.

4. Visit the Mays Center for career and internship advice.

5. Reserve a study room in the library for focused study time and less distractions!

6. Be organized and manage your time wisely with Outlook/Google calendar.

7. Learn about the different offices on campus and what they can do for you! (Save their contact information in your phone) 8. Remember if you're stressed about finals, it's okay to take a step back from studying and regroup! (Call your mentor!)

9. Attending volunteer opportunities from GivePulse give you a chance to give back to the community and make friends on campus!

10. Get a routine that includes time to study, fun, and rest. Then stick to it!