Join us as we celebrate the amazing TRANSER STUDENTS of Governors State University!

 

#TransferStudentWeek     #GovStateTransfer     #CommunityCollege

 

Be sure to also check out the

GSU Homecoming page

for even MORE programming throughout the week!

 

SUNDAY, October 17th

Jaguars' 2nd Annual 5K Run, Walk, Roll

9 a.m - 12 p.m.  //  Governors State University Main Entrance

We are back and better than ever!  Join current transfer students and alumni for the second annual 5K, where you can run, walk, or roll the route that will take you through GSU's beautiful campus.  Register NOW for your opportunity to receive a commemorative t-shirt for participating. 

**Open to the Public** 

Interested in Volunteering? Email Jessica Specht at jspecht@govst.edu.

 

MONDAY, October 18th

Tau Sigma National Honors Society Mix & Mingle

3 - 5 p.m.  //  Engbretson Hall (B1200), GSU Main Campus   

Learn what it means to be a member of a prestigious national honor society specifically for transfer students!  Stop by at any time during the event to meet our chapter's leadership team, enjoy refreshments, and snag a cool new Tau Sigma Delta Delta Chapter face mask (while supplies last!)

**Open to all current GSU students**

 

TUESDAY, October 19th

Paint the Jaguar Rock: Transfer Student Tribute

1 - 6 p.m.  //  Hall of Governors Patio, GSU Main Campus  

Join transfer students across GSU and our community college partners in signing your name on the Jaguar Rock (located below the Hall of Governors Patio beside the lake.) The Jaguar Rock will be decorated to celebrate the many paths that transfer students "walk to get home" at GSU.  Weather Permitting.

**Open to all current GSU and community college students**

 

WEDNESDAY, October 20th

GSU Homecoming Community Service

12 - 3 p.m.  //  Iron Oaks Nature Preserve (2453 Vollmer Road, Olympia Fields IL)

Join the GSU community while we contribute to the restoration of Iron Oaks Enviromental Learning Center.  Volunteers are needed to help beautify the trails and eliminate invasive species.  It is sure to be an exciting learning and service opportunity! 

Current GSU Students: Register to Volunteer Here

Current Dual Degree Program Students: Register to Volunteer Here

  

Undergraduate & Graduate Virtual Open House

5 - 7 p.m.  //  Register Here  

Thinking of transferring to Governors State and ready to learn more?  Register now for our virtual open house where the GSU Admissions Team will cover everything from the application and admissions process, funding your education, and scholarship opportunities at GSU!

**Open to the public**

 

Paint the Jaguar Rock: Transfer Student Tribute

3 - 6 p.m.  //  Hall of Governors Patio, GSU Main Campus  

Join transfer students across GSU and our community college partners in signing your name on the Jaguar Rock (located below the Hall of Governors Patio beside the lake.) The Jaguar Rock will be decorated to celebrate the many paths that transfer students "walk to get home" at GSU.  Weather Permitting.

**Open to all current GSU and community college students**

 

THURSDAY, October 21st

AIM HIGH Scholarship for Transfer Students

5 - 6 p.m.  //  Virtual - REGISTER HERE (Passcode: 950666) 

Join the GSU Admissions team to find outhow you can qualify for an AIM HIGH scholarship when you transfer to GSU!

**Open to the public**

 

Paint the Jaguar Rock: Transfer Student Tribute

3 - 6 p.m.  //  Hall of Governors Patio, GSU Main Campus  

Join transfer students across GSU and our community college partners in signing your name on the Jaguar Rock (located below the Hall of Governors Patio beside the lake.) The Jaguar Rock will be decorated to celebrate the many paths that transfer students "walk to get home" at GSU.  Weather Permitting.

**Open to all current GSU and community college students**