Transfer Day helps students get their questions answered
Early Education major Samantha Macarena, 19, meets with an Arizona State University representative during Transfer Day on September 3. Photo credit: Travis Wesley
September 4, 2014
Representatives from 63 universities from around the country met with Moorpark College students along Raider Walk for Transfer Day on Sept. 3.
Nursing major Davin Casas, 43, met with some representatives who gave her the information she couldn’t get when she tried calling them.
“I’ve had a hard time with Channel Islands just calling them and talking to them on the phone,” said Casas. “They don’t want to talk to you unless you’re enrolled.”
Students met with representatives from public, private, out of state, and online universities to get some insight on where they might continue their education. While gathering brochures and business cards students spoke directly with college representatives to get the fine print on what they need to get in, what to expect when they get there, and how to make it happen.
Face time with representatives is a key part of Transfer Day. Students get real time feedback and guidance on how to navigate this part of their college careers.
“I think this is great,” said Casas. “it’s so much nicer to come here and see your reps.”
Casas came to Transfer Day not just to further her own education but her family’s as well.
“I’m not just doing it for myself,” said Casas. “I’m doing it for my husband, for his art degree and I’m doing it for my son, for his engineering degree.”
Getting those important questions answered in person was much more helpful than just “Googling it” for Chemistry major Eric Hismodes, 24.
“They reassured my questions,” said Hismodes. “Any questions I have I actually asked them and I can hear it first hand from someone rather than Googling.”
Students walked from table to table gathering tote bags, business cards, and brochures to get all they needed to make the next big move.
“I like that its very informative,” said Early Education major Samantha Macarena, 19, after meeting with an Arizona State University representative.
Career Transfer Center Coordinator Judi Gould said Moorpark was the first college in the state to host Transfer Day this fall, which brought thousands of students to Raider Walk. University of Southern California and Cal Poly San Louis Obispo held workshops for students to guide them through the transfer process.
The Associated Students, Business Student Association, Honors Club, and The High school at Moorpark College also participated in making the event a success.
