Join us as we celebrate the amazing TRANSFER STUDENTS
of Governors State University! Visit www.NISTS.org/NTSW for more information on the national movement to highlight transfer pathways to higher education.
#TransferStudentWeek
In addition to our amazing transfer students being highlighted on GovState social media all week, be sure to check out the following events tailored especially for you!
SUNDAY, October 19
Volunteer at Thorn Creek Nature Preserve
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. // 247 Monee Rd, Park Forest IL
Assist Thorn Creek Woods & Nature Preserve with their
fall “Prairie Sampler and Trail Workday”. We will be repairing trails and nurturing the prairie sampler and
butterfly gardens. Each volunteer must provide their own
transportation, but parking is free on site!
MONDAY, October 20
Transfer Student Week Social Media Kick Off
#TransferStudentWeek #WeAreGovState #TransferChampion
We will be featuring current GovState transfer students on social media all week!
TUESDAY, October 21
Taco 'Bout Tau Sigma Honor Society for Transfer Students
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. // Engbretson Hall
Come join us for a tasty taco bar and learn more about Tau
Sigma, the honor society exclusively for transfer students!
No Registration Necessary.
WEDNESDAY, October 22
JET (Japan Exchange & Teaching) Program Info Session
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. // C1317 & Virtual - Register for link!
Join us for a special info session on the JET Program and MEXT Scholarship. This
is your chance to learn about a unique opportunity to live and work in Japan as
a cultural ambassador. Whether you're interested in teaching English as an
Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) or working in a government office as a
Coordinator for International Relations (CIR), the JET Program is your path to
an unforgettable experience. In the
meantime, Learn more about the JET Program at https://jetprogramusa.org.
Paint the Rock with First-Gen Collective
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. // Hall of Governors Patio
Join us as we will be painting the rock by the lake in the
outside patio to kick off first-gen week (Nov 4-8)! The First-Gen Collective aims to help empower
first-generation college students find support from peers, aid in resources for
success in academics, and create a space where first-generation students can
come together.
No Registration Necessary.
Transferring into the GovState Honors College
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. // B2200 or Virtual
Learn about the criteria to graduate with University Honors at GovState as a transfer student. Participants will also hear about opportunities for undergraduate research and presenting at regional and national conferences. No Registration Necessary.
THURSDAY, October 23
Transfer Thursday - Instant Admissions Day
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. // Office of Admissions
Speak with an Admission Counselor, discuss next steps, and learn about campus resources in a one-stop-shop setting. Be sure to bring sealed official transcript(s), so that you can complete an admission application and get your admission decision all in one day!
Finding You: Imposter Syndrome
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. // Virtual
Join the First-Generation Center for a candid conversation on navigating life after graduation. We'll unpack how imposter syndrome can show up during big transitions and share strategies to prepare, adapt, and thrive in the real world. Contact firstgen@govst.edu for more information!
FRIDAY, October 24
Honors College Pinning Ceremony
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. // E-Lounge
Contact honors@govst.edu for more info!
Dual Degree Program Welcome Cording Ceremony
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. // Hall of Governors
DDP students who transferred to GovState in the Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2025 will be honored at a semi-formal cording ceremony to acknowledge the completion of their associate degree and successful transfer.
Contact dualdegree@govst.edu for more info!
If you would like your program listed on the NTSW calendar, contact Jessica Specht at jspecht@govst.edu.