Transfer Day 2009
Information for Students

Transfer Day is the annual college fair for current Ohlone College students. Over 40 colleges and universities across the U.S. representing various programs attend Transfer Day so you can gather information about academic programs, admission requirements, and student life.

If you are undecided on a transfer college, it’s a great time to “shop around.” If you know which transfer institution you want to attend, Transfer Day is an ideal time for you to meet university representatives and make specific inquiries. Take advantage of this once-a-year event!

Transfer Day 2009 is happening on Tuesday, October 13, 2009!

Here is the schedule for the day:

For some universities, Transfer Day is the only time they will be at Ohlone to help you learn about their transfer options and programs. In addition, some university tables will be full of students so time may be limited once you approach the university rep. Use the following suggestions to prepare your questions and requests, and navigate through the day efficiently and thoroughly.

• Have an idea of who’s coming to Transfer Day.
  
  The list of university attendees and a preliminary map of their table location is available and updated weekly. Unforeseen circumstances may result in an absent university, university additions, and/or a table location changes on the day of the event.
  
  
• Research universities ahead of time.
  
  Information such as available majors/programs, campus location, student population, and other “Fast Facts” are available on the web and in the Transfer Center. To maximize your time with the university representative, research ahead of time so you can obtain answers to questions that can’t be found elsewhere.
  
  
• Prepare your list of essential questions to ask.
  
  University representatives want to provide you with everything you need so you can determine which universities are the most appropriate for you. A student athlete, student parent, and biology student will ask different questions and want different materials. Use the suggested questions below as a guide for developing your own list of essential inquiries to make.
  • Suggested Questions to Ask at the University Information Fair (PDF)
  • Suggested Questions to Ask at the University Panel Q&A Session (PDF)

On Transfer Day, you will see balloons, signs, cheerful Transfer Day volunteers in red t-shirts, and others just like you!  

A few things to keep in mind:

• Do pick up a Transfer Day Guide from a Transfer Day volunteer. It contains the day’s schedule, list of university attendees, university table location maps, and a Transfer Day survey.
• Do visit university tables you may not have previously considered. You never know, it may be your future university!
• Don't hesitate to ask questions. Take notes and gather materials such as viewbooks, freebies, financial aid pamphlets, and profile sheets.
• Do ask for a business card or obtain contact information of the person(s) you can contact with further questions once Transfer Day ends. Ask if they make university rep visits to Ohlone College.
• Do turn in the Transfer Day survey located inside the Transfer Day Guide for a goodie bag! Survey results are used to improve Transfer Day for you and your peers. Exchange your survey for a goodie bag with any Transfer Day volunteer.
• Do visit the Transfer Center or Ohlone College table for assistance. Find us in the maps section of the Transfer Day Guide.

• How do I get in touch with the university if I have a question?
  • university rep visit
  • contact the recruiter you met from the fair
  • visit the Transfer Center or see your counselor to research
    
    
• How do I obtain information about schools that weren’t here at Transfer Day?
  • Transfer Day may have been the beginning of your pursuit for a university. Perhaps, you may have made your final decision about the universities to which to apply. Support…
  • Keep consulting with family, friends, faculty, university reps, and others to further explore or narrow down your list of potential transfer programs and universities. after Transfer Day, the following resources and services are available to you throughout the academic year:
    • The Transfer Center -
      You can continue your research at the Transfer Center. Materials and handbooks on particular majors or field of studies as well as university catalogs are available. A full-time staff is available to assist you in your research.
    • University Rep Visits -
      University representatives visit Ohlone College periodically. You can make appointments to meet with a university representative at Ohlone College for one-on-one transfer planning.
    • Transfer Workshops -
      Workshops cover a wide variety of topics. Check the Transfer Workshops Schedule and come! Topics include:
      • Discovering Your Direction: How to Choose Your Major
      • Guaranteed Admission Programs for Transfer Students
      • Writing Your UC Personal Statement
      • Admission Application Working Sessions (you can work on your application(s), have someone read over your admission essays, etc.)
    • Your Counselor -
      Counselors can help you develop and strategize an academic plan that best meets your goals. Meet with them regularly to stay on course for transfer.
    • Ohlone Faculty & Staff -
      Many Ohlone College faculty and staff attended college to get to where they are today. Check out the university(ies) they attended and ask about their experience there.
    • Transfer Events Calendar -
      The Transfer Events Calendar contains the dates, times, and locations of all university rep visits, transfer workshops, as well as off-campus events such as university open houses, preview days, college fairs, etc.. Check it out!