Correction: An error was found in an earlier version of this article regarding the application deadlines for Cal States and UC’s. The deadline for Cal State and UC applications is November 30.
Students were able to get information on transferring, talk to representatives from various schools and explore the majors and programs other schools have to offer at a transfer fair.
By putting on the event, transfer services hoped that students would gain a sense of education on what is required of them and offer a hopeful outlook on their future.
“We have two main focuses, one is to educate students on transfer requirements, but also it is motivation because there are university representatives out here that say ‘Hey, you can make it to our university.’ They’re all out here to get students and say how there were plenty before you and you can too,” said transfer services coordinator Ruben Page.
The transfer fair offered a variety of resources and options for the various preferences that students may have when deciding on a school.
There were about 80 schools being represented, from UC, Cal States, and out of state schools, that students could learn more about their specific transfer requirements.
If students were looking to stay in the area, local schools such as Cal State Long Beach, UC Irvine, Cal State Dominguez Hills, Cal State University Fullerton and UC Riverside were all there to prep students on how to get ready for the next step in their educational journey.
Technical and trade schools were also in attendance for students who want to go straight into a hands on experience of their major.
Transfer admissions counselor Donna Perez from UC Riverside expressed how important it is to talk to the representatives of each school.
“Our reach is to offer students with as much information regarding deadlines, admission requirements, and possible scholarships that are offered throughout the UC system as well as what we offer separately, that way they know all their options,” said Perez.
The transfer fair is just one of the many events ran by the transfer center to help prepare students. Throughout the year, they offer workshops, tours of schools up north, one-on-one appointments with representatives and many more resources.
With the arrival of transfer season, students should take full advantage of the services offered to fully prepare for what is to come.
Business Marketing major Calynn Gigant encourages other students to not be afraid to ask questions and receive the help that is being offered.
“I feel like a lot of students are scared to ask questions and take advantage of the resources, but they shouldn’t be. The school offers so many resources and workshops for students, that have helped me. They actually want you to succeed and plus they’re all so nice,” Gigant said.
Applications for the Fall 2020 semester are due Nov. 30 for UC’s and Cal States. There is application assistance available in the transfer center.
For more information on transferring, the center is located in Building A-1097 at LAC and EE-105 at PCC.