Transfer Workshops and Information Sessions - Transfer Center

Transfer workshops are designed to support you through the transfer process. Browse through the topics below and select the title for detailed information. All workshops are posted on the Transfer Events Calendar.

Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Please check this web page frequently.

Topical Workshops for Transfers

Check out these transfer workshops that can help you with the transfer process.

The Road to Success: How to Choose Your Major

Unsure about your major? Ever wonder how your major relates to future careers? Attend the Part 1 workshop to find out about available resources and what to consider when deciding on a major. Attend the Part 2 hands-on workshop to research majors, colleges and universities that offer your major(s), as well as occupational and salary information associated with the major(s).

Getting Ready to Transfer: The Final Year

Anyone transferring to a university in Fall 2010 or Winter/Spring/Summer 2011 should attend this workshop! Find out what you need to do to have a smooth transition to your university. (Offered Fall)

The Transfer Transition

.. Applied to your universities? ... Filled out the FAFSA? ... Received news that you've been admitted?!! (Offered Spring)

Bring your questions to this session on the Transfer Transition. Topics covered:

• Making a decision on which college to attend
• Housing, transportation, services and resources
• Budgeting and money management
• Your first term at the university

Transfer for Veteran Students

Luis Hernandez (veteran, Ohlone alum, UC Berkeley transfer student, and Intern for the Office of Veteran Services at the UCB campus), invites all veteran students for a session on the experience of transferring as a veteran student. He will share his tips, resources, and highlight the GI Bill's new changes and benefits for veteran students! Don't miss out on this special and unique opportunity! Bring your lunch!

Bay Area Nursing Program and Career Options

Attend this workshop to learn more about careers and options in nursing, including the differences between an associate, bachelor's and master's degree in nursing, and obtain clarification about Bay Area nursing programs. (Offered Fall and Spring)

Early Care and Education

Join Mills College and CSU East Bay for a session on educational and career opportunities in early childhood studies. (Offered Fall)

Majors and Careers in Design

Fiona Tedds, Admissions Counselor for the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, is holding a special workshop on majors and careers in the field of design. If you are interested in business, marketing, computer design, graphic design, interior design, art, and fashion, join her for this session! (Offered Spring)

Transfer Options in Engineering

Join Counselor Wayne Takakuwa and the Ohlone College Engineering Club for a session on transfer planning and university options in the engineering field. Obtain tips for researching and applying to Bay Area universities! (Offered Fall)

Transfer for International Students

The International Students Club at Ohlone College would like to invite international students and students with international coursework for a Q&A session with Counselor Mandy Yip about transferring as an international student. Bring your questions!!! (Offered Fall and Spring) Topics covered:

• General information on UC and CSU transfer requirements
• International education records
• Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG)
• Transfer planning resources
• Estimate cost of attendance

Ohlone Transfer Students Alumni Panel

Current university students will be here at Ohlone College to talk about their experiences transferring from Ohlone College to their university! Alumni attending include CSU East Bay, UC Berkeley, UC Merced, UC San Diego, and more! Bring your lunch and your questions! (Offered Spring)

HBCU Alumni Panel

Come hear from alumni who have graduated from HBCUS, the Historically Black Colleges & Universitites. Find out how to tour schools in the spring or fall and the Bay Area HBCU Transfer Fairs. Bring your questions!! (Offered Spring)