National Transfer Student Week

Trick-or-treat event: Throughout the week, for every event you attend, you will receive a raffle ticket. Bring your raffle tickets to our Halloween Themed Skate Night on Friday the 25th to enter to win various items! There is no limit to the amount of raffle tickets you obtain. 

Monday, October 21, 2024

12:00 pm - 2 pm | Gutswurrak SAC Quad 
Transfer Student Week Kickoff 
Join us in celebrating our Transfer Students! Transferring is a long complicated process, and we want to celebrate you all this week! This Kickoff is launching our National Transfer Student Week. We will have a photo station, lawn games, and pin making. Come make an “ I Transferred from ____,” pin and celebrate your accomplishments with us. Also pick up your trick-or-treat bag to start collecting your raffle tickets! Did we mention free food?

3:00 pm | Library, 2nd Floor, Library Fishbowl 
Professional Headshots
Headshots are photos that you can use for professional applications like your email signature, your email profile picture, or even to feature in your resume. RAMP and the Makerspace are going to collaborate on hosting students to come get some professional headshots as well as some artsy portraits.

6:00 pm | Gutswurrak Student Activities Center, Room 131 
Speed Friending 
Looking to meet new people on campus? Join us for a fast-paced, fun and friendly event tailored to meet new people in a short amount of time. This is NOT a dating event, just a casual chat that may expand your social circle.

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

10:00 am | Library, 1st Floor, Room 121
Scholarship Workshop
Join our Financial Aid team in a workshop to go over how to apply for scholarships! Get a head start on the application process and ask questions before it opens on November 15th!

1:00 pm | Nelson Hall East, 1st Floor, Goodwin Forum (Room 102) 
Transfer Student Panel
Hear from your peers! After the panelists share their stories we’ll open the floor for a Q&A session, ask anything and get honest answers from your peers! This is a great chance to connect, learn, and gain valuable tips for making the most of your transfer experience.

3:00 pm | Library, 1st Floor, Room 121
Understanding DARS/ GPA First Aid
Looking for some assistance planning your academic journey? Come learn about how to use tools like DARS to personalize your class schedule, stay on track with your goals, and better manage your GPA.

5:00 pm | Library, 2nd Floor, Library Makerspace
Transfer Night in the Makerspace 
Collaborate with fellow makers, receive project assistance, and access a variety of equipment for your creative endeavors. Whether you're an experienced creator or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to bring your ideas to life, connect with other transfer students, and even create or add to your Halloween costume!

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

11:00 am | Recreation & Wellness Center, 1st Floor, Room 125
Morning Yoga 
Join our gentle, all levels yoga class with Therese Scott, our very own yoga and meditation professor on campus. No prior experience necessary, bring comfortable clothes, an open heart and mind ready to relax. Please bring a yoga mat if you own one!

12:00 pm | Recreation & Wellness Center, 1st Floor, Room 125
Sound Bath 
Indulge in a calming sound bath after yoga with Sasha Wallace. A sound bath is different from a normal music presentation in that the sounds are put together in a sometimes unrhythmic pattern to break patterns in the mind. No prior experience necessary, bring comfortable clothes, an open heart and mind ready to relax. Please bring a yoga mat if you own one!

1:00 pm | Gutswurrak SAC Quad 
On and Off-Campus Resources Tabling 
Explore the wide range of resources available to support your success both on and off campus! Whether you need academic support, mental health services, career advice, or housing assistance, this event connects you with the tools and services that can help you thrive.

2:00pm | Gutswurrak SAC Quad
Therapy Dogs
Spend time with friendly, certified therapy dogs who are here to help you de-stress and lift your spirits. Drop by, pet a dog, and enjoy the calming, positive energy they bring.
 

4:00 pm | Behind the Softball Field 
Zorb Soccer 
Suit up in a giant inflatable bubble and get ready to roll. No experience necessary, just bring your energy and be prepared for non-stop laughs. Grab your friends and come on out for this unforgettable experience.

Thursday, October 24, 2024

10:00 am | Library, 1st Floor, Room 114
Study Abroad Presentation 
Interested in studying abroad? Come join us at this workshop to learn more before it's too late!

1:00 pm | Gutswurrak Student Activities Center, Room 131
How to Get Access to High-Impact Practices
Join professors and faculty to learn about industry-specific resources, institutional knowledge, and gain valuable advice for your career/academic development. First Generation students highly encouraged to attend.

3:00 pm | Library, 1st Floor, Room 114
Navigating On and Off-Campus Jobs with the Career Development Center
This event is designed to help you explore and secure job and internship opportunities both on and off campus. Gain valuable insights, tips, and resources to successfully navigate your career path and make the most of your professional experiences.

4:00 pm | Organic Matters Farms - 6821 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka, CA 95503
Pumpkin Patch
Come join us at Organic Matters Farm and pick out some pumpkins! Transfer students will receive free pumpkins but they are limited, so come early!

Friday, October 25, 2024

10:00 am | Depot
Making Connections with Faculty and Staff
Come join some on-campus partners for some free coffee. Make connections with advisors, counselors, and professors in a non-stressful environment.

12:00 pm | Gutswurrak Student Activities Center, Room 131
Professional Headshots
Headshots are photos that you can use for professional applications like your email signature, your email profile picture, or even to feature in your resume. RAMP and the Makerspace are going to collaborate on hosting students to come get some professional headshots as well as some artsy portraits.

1:00 pm | Gutswurrak SAC Quad 
Club Tabling 
Looking to get more involved on campus and meet new people? This is your chance to explore new hobbies, connect with like-minded peers, and make the most of your college experience! Stop by to discover a wide variety of clubs and organizations you can join.

6:00 pm | Recreation & Wellness Center, 2nd Floor, West Gym 
Halloween Themed Skate Night 
Bring your raffle tickets and join us for a Halloween themed skate night to end the of week of events! For those who do not skate, there will be a game night happening downstairs simultaneously. No masks or weapons are permitted of any kind.