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
 

 

 

MONDAY, October 16

Midterm De-Stress Event

1:00 - 2:30 p.m.  //  Hall of Honors  

Don’t let midterms get you stressed!  Unwind with the Counseling and Wellness Center (CWC) at one of the self-care stations, and enjoy food, games, and a chance to win a prize

   

TUESDAY, October 17

Tau Sigma "Eat & Meet" Transfer Student Social

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  //  Engbretson Hall  

Learn what it means to be a member of a prestigious national honor society specifically for transfer students!  Already a member?  Stop by to get last minute tips for submitting your Tau Sigma Scholarship Essay due on November 5th. 

Major & Minor Fair (Day 1)

2:00 - 4:30 p.m.  //  Hall of Governors  

Follow your passion and make the most of your elective credits! Meet GSU academic advisors, faculty and staff from the over 34 undergraduate majors and 42 minors.  Open to current GSU students; all student attendees will be placed in a drawing to win a $100 GSU Bookstore scholarship.  Register here!

 

WEDNESDAY, October 18

University Honors for Transfer Students

3:00 - 4:00 p.m.  //  Room D1496 (next to GSU Bookstore)  

Learn about the criteria to graduate with University Honors after transferring to GSU, as well as opportunities to engage with the GSU Honors College even before transferring!  Participants will also hear about opportunities for undergraduate research and presenting at regional and national conferences.  Current community college and Governors State University students welcome.
 

Major & Minor Fair (Day 2)

2:00 - 4:30 p.m.  //  Hall of Governors  

Follow your passion and make the most of your elective credits! Meet GSU academic advisors, faculty and staff from the over 34 undergraduate majors and 42 minors.  Open to current GSU students; all student attendees will be placed in a drawing to win a $100 GSU Bookstore scholarship.  Register here!
  

Fall In for Fun! Student Veterans Association Meeting

6:00 - 7:00 p.m.  //  Veterans Resource Center (GMT Building, Rm 105)

Join us for hot chocolate, fall food favorites, and pumpkin painting! New and returning members welcome.  

 

THURSDAY, October 19

Transfer Thursday - Instant Admissions Day

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  //  Office of Admissions

At Transfer Thursday you can 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), complete an admission application, and get your admission decision all in the same day!  Visit the Instant Admissions website for more information.
 

Tau Sigma Honor Society Volunteer Day

12:00 - 2:00 p.m.  //  Marley Oaks Assisted Living Residence, Mokena, IL

All students are welcome to join members of GSU's chapter of Tau Sigma (National Honor Society for Transfer Students) for a day of games and activities with senior residence at Marley Oaks in Mokena, IL.  Register here!
 

Coping with Stress During Mid-Terms

1:00 - 3:00 p.m.  //  Lakeside Lounge

Are mid-terms bringing out the "worst behavior" when it comes to coming with stress?  Join us as we destress with mindfulness activities and coloring.  Also learn new study habits as we tackle mid-term season.  Questions?  Contact the First-Generation Center.

 

FRIDAY, October 20

Dual Degree Program Welcome Cording Ceremony

6:00 - 7:00 p.m.  //  Hall of Governors

Dual Degree Program (DDP) students who transferred to Governors State University in the Spring/Summer/Fall 2023 will be honored at a cording ceremony to acknowledge the completion of their associate degree and successful transfer to GSU. Contact dualdegree@govst.edu for more information.

 

SATURDAY, October 21

Distinguished Alumni Reception

5:00 - 7:30 p.m.  //  Hall of Governors

Join us in honoring GSU alumni who have been nominated as exceptional members of the Alumni Association.  Several of the nominees are previous transfer students, so let’s celebrate! Visit the Distinguished Alumni Reception website for the list of nominees and to purchase tickets. 

SUNDAY, October 22

Dual Degree Program Volunteer Day

1:00 - 3:00 p.m.  //  Thorn Creek Woods & Nature Preserve, Park Forest, IL

The Dual Degree Program will be assisting Thorn Creek Nature Preserve with their fall Prairie Sampler and Trail Workday! We will be repairing trails and nurturing the prairie sampler and butterfly gardens.  Open to all GSU and community college students.  Register Here!

 

 

 

Previous National Transfer Student Weeks

NTSW 2022

  

NTSW 2021

 

 

 

NTSW 2020