Transfer Student Engagement Guidebook

TRANSFER STUDENT ENGAGEMENT GUIDE

CONTENTS Meet Our Transfer Team PAGE 3

Welcome

PAGE 4 Jaguar Transfer Assembly

Transfer Student Program

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Tau Sigma

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PAGE 6 Transfer Student Welcome Week Events

PAGE 8 Semester Event Calandar Fall 2020

Transfer Student Testimonials

PAGE 9 & 12

PAGE 10 National Transfer Student Week

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Meet the Silver Liner Mentors!

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CONTENTS 10Â Transfer TO DOs

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Transfer Tips

PAGE 19 Transfer Library

PAGE 20 Start Here!

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MEET OUR TRANSFER TEAM Juan Espinoza is the Transfer Student Engagement Coordinator.

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 admission 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

Karina Salmon is a Junior at Texas A&M University- San Antonio majoring in Kinesiology with a focus in Pre Physical Therapy. Throughout her time at A&M- SA she has worked for the Office of Student Transition and Family Engagement as an Orientation Leader and as a Transfer Student Coordinator. Also she is involved in the third cohort of the President’s Leadership Class.

Fun Fact: Kari is serving as the 2020 Ms. A&M- San Antonio Home Town: San Antonio, TX Favorite On-campus event/tradition: Lights of Esperanza & Festival de Cascarones Shanell Vespry is a Junior at Texas A&M University- San Antonio majoring in Kinesiology with a focus in Pre Physical Therapy. She will be be graduating in spring of 2022 however, she will be taking summer courses in 2021 to graduate a semester early. Throughout her time at A&M- SA, she has worked for the Office of Student Transitions and Family Engagement as a Transfer Student Coordinator.

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Fun Fact: Shanell's family is from Trinidad & Tobago Home Town: Houston, TX Favorite On-campus event/tradition: Lights of Esperanza

WELCOME TO A&M-SA 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 a mentorship program for students who would like to connect more on campus and have a resource at their fingertips. 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 involvement process. We welcome all transfer students and want your experience at our university to be the most memorable!

- Your Transfer Engagement Team

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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

JAGUAR TRANSFER ASSEMBLY

Please join us for our very first virtual Jaguar Transfer Assembly! You will be joined by student leaders, faculty and staff to welcome you to the Jaguar community. The virtual, interactive event provides you with information on campus departments, student resources - specific to transfer students, faculty interaction from your specific college, and an opportunity to meet the transfer student team that will help you transition. Please visit www.tamusa.edu/transfer for the live links that you will use to join this event. If you've received some transfer swag from our office, we'd love to see you wear it! No R.S.V.P. needed!!

Monday, August 10th: College of Arts & Sciences 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 11th: College of Business 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 11th: College of Education & Human Development 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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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!

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08/20/2020

08/24/2020

WEEK OF WELCOME KICKOFF

MEET YOUR TRANSFER TEAM

11:30am- 1:30pm

12:00pm- 3:00pm

THE TRANSFER ENGAGEMENT OFFICE PRESENTS

TRANSFER STUDENT WELCOME WEEK EVENTS

Visit Jagsync For Full Event Details!!

08/27/2020 TRANSFERPALOOZA Drive Thru giveaway

10:00AM-4:00PM

@TAMUSA.TRANSFERS

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Transfer Student Testimonials "With the help of the transfer student engagement office I was able to confidently walk on campus day one and not feel quite as alone. Also, through transfer student engagement I’ve met lifelong brothers."

- David Mantiply

"Experience is the biggest benefit of campus engagement. You can only learn so much in the classroom. Experience teaches you about your strengths and weaknesses. That experience also looks great on a resume!"

-Kenny Huynh

"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 FALL 2020 Wednesday September 30th sfer Virtual DIY Tran Event

Monday September 28th Mentor Monday

Monday October 12th Transfer Week Tabling Event

Monday October 26th Mentor Monday

Thursday November 5th Virtual Transfer Event

Tuesday December 1st Lights of Esperanza

Monday November 30th Mentor Monday

Check Jagsync For Full Event Details!

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10/19/2020 Kick Off Giveaway

10/21/2020

10/22/2020

Transfer Student Virtual Panel

Painting w/ a Transfer

12:00pm- 2:00pm

11:00am- 12:30pm

6:00pm- 8:00pm

THE TRANSFER ENGAGEMENT OFFICE PRESENTS

NATIONAL TRANSFER STUDENT WEEK 10/30/2020 Trunk or Treat & Drive In Movie

7:00pm- 10:00pm

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Transfer Student Testimonials "The biggest benefit to being engaged on campus is that more often than not you are provided with experiences that enable you to build relevant skills. Being engaged is also a direct route to feeling more connected to the A&M-SA community."

- Zachary Franckowiak

"Take advantage of the great opportunities our school offers. Whether it’s for your college life, your career, networking, resources, or even meeting new friends, it won’t hurt to get out of your comfort zone."

- Danielle Balandran

"Your calendar and your email are your best friends. Set reminders for the day before and stay on top of everything. Time management is key. All my time was scheduled, so I didn't fall behind in my classes."

- Karissa Mitchem

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MEET THE SILVER LINERS! Read the mentor profiles below to learn about our Fall 2020 Texas A&M- SA Mentors! Request a mentor through our Transfer Student Engagement Office, located in Patriots' Casa on the first floor OR at the link provided on page 17.

Zachary Franckowiak Major: International Business Management Academic year: Senior Hometown: St. Hedwig, TX Previous Institution: Texas A&M University- College Station Involvement: Social Media Coordinator of Delta Chi Fraternity, Mr. A&M- SA, Member of Men's Soccer Team, Silver Liners Mentorship Program

Cheyenne Zavala Major: English with a 7-12 Teaching Certification Academic year: Senior Hometown: San Antonio, TX Previous Institution: Northwest Vista College Involvement: Tau Sigma National Honor Society President, Silver Liners Mentorship Program, NSLS, First Generation Jaguars!

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David Mantiply Major: Accounting Academic year: Junior Hometown: Born in Ft. Polk, Louisiana but home is El Paso, TX Previous Institution: Northwest Vista, Southern New Hampshire university, San Antonio College, El Paso Community College Involvement: Financial Literacy Fellow with the Mays Center, Treasurer of Delta Chi Fraternity, Silver Liners Mentorship Program

Danielle Balandran Major: Interdisciplinary Studies Academic year: Senior Hometown: San Antonio, TX Previous Institution: San Antonio College Involvement: Tau Sigma National Honor Society Social Media Coordinator, Plant Club Member, Silver Liners Mentorship Program

Patricia Guerra Major: Bachelors- Business Administration Academic year: Dual Alumni Hometown: San Antonio, TX Previous Institution: Northwest Vista Involvement: Silver Liners Mentorship Program

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Robin Randall Major: Business Management, Concentration in Human Resources Academic year: Senior Hometown: Fuquay- Varina, NC Previous Institution: Grantham University Involvement: Former National Society of Leadership & Success President, Lead Jaguar Ambassador, Tau Sigma National Honor Society Inaugural Historian, Silver Liners Mentorship Program

Angelia Jacobs Major: Sociology Academic year: Junior Hometown: Mobile, Alabama - Yacoma, WA Previous Institution: St. Philip's College Involvement: Silver Liners Mentorship Program, Tau Sigma National Honor Society, Vice President of Black Student Union, Plant Club Member, Sociology Club Member, Student Leadership Institute

Karissa Mitchem Major: Accounting Academic year: Senior Hometown: San Antonio, TX Previous Institution: Northwest Vista College Involvement: Creating an Accounting & Finance Student Organization, Silver Liners Mentorship Program, National Society of Leadership & Success

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Sam Muñiz Major: General Education EC- 6 Academic year: Senior Hometown: San Antonio, TX Previous Institution: San Antonio College Involvement: Tau Sigma National Honor Society Vice President, Silver Liners Mentorship Program

Kenny Huynh Major: Computer Information Systems w/ a concentration in Project Management Academic year: Senior Hometown: Jersey City, New Jersey Previous Institution: Northwest Vista College Involvement: Delta Chi Fraternity Founding Father & President, First Generation Jaguars, Silver Liners Mentorship Program

Catherine Millard Major: Sociology Academic year: Senior Hometown: San Antonio, TX Previous Institution: Texas State, UTSA Involvement: Student Government Association senior senator, Black student Union Executive Board, DEFUND SAPD COHALITION operations chairs, Silver Liners Mentorship Training

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AJ MORENO Major: English, Language Arts, Culture & Humanities Academic year: Senior Hometown: San Antonio, TX Previous Institution: Palo Alto College Involvement: Delta Chi Fraternity Associate Member Counselor, Silver Liners Mentorship Program

FALL 2020 Transfer Mentorship Program Virtual Orientation APPLY TO BECOME A MENTOR

APPLY TO BECOME A MENTEE

Monday 08/24/2020 Tuesday 08/25/2020 Friday 08/28/2020

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10 Transfer TO DOs Visit the transfer office, virtual Appointments available

Check JagSync for events with free food or swag

(CASA 104C)

Visit the library CAB 2nd floor

Visit Chica's Bakery

Join a student organization

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

Join the Mentorship Program

Visit the local Whataburger for a free whatasize when you show your Jaguar ID!

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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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 leave your camera on for your virtual classes, to engage and interact with your professors.

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

4. Visit the Mays Center for career advice.

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

6. Be organized and manage your time wisely.

7. Learn about the different offices on campus and what they can do for you!

8. Remember if you're stressed about finals, it's okay to take a step back from studying and regroup!

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!

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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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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:

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