Hello, Student,

Happy fall! As we head into Week 6, hopefully you’re settling into your classes and finding a routine that works for you. With midterms coming up, things can get busy pretty quickly. Give yourself some grace and take breaks when you need them. Sometimes support can simply be grabbing coffee with a friend, taking a walk, or meeting with a professor during office hours to check in on your progress.

Save the Date: USF will celebrate National Transfer Student Week from Oct. 21 to Oct. 27, with events and opportunities to connect with other transfer students. We’d also love to feature you, so be sure to complete our Transfer Student Spotlight Form. 

Be sure to also check out the USF events calendar for more ways to connect across campus. We’re glad you’re here and hope you continue finding people, spaces, and experiences that make USF feel like your community.

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Meet With Your CASA Coach
University Center, 3rd Floor

Take some time to connect with your  Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA) coach! Your coach can help you navigate your academic goals, build strategies for success, and connect you with resources and support at USF. Whether you have a quick question or want to talk through your midterm strategy, your CASA coach is here to support you.

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Drop-in hours »

Tuesday, Sept. 29 | 11:30 a.m.    McLaren Complex 

Student clubs are invited to table at this unique Reverse Career Fair and connect directly with employers! This is a great opportunity for clubs to showcase what they do, build professional connections, learn about different industries and career opportunities, and network with employers in a more casual setting. Gather your club members, bring your questions, and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with professionals!

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Looking for a little extra support with your academics? Check out USF’s Learning, Writing, and Speaking Centers! The centers offer free resources to all students, including subject-specific tutoring, writing assistance, and support with communication and presentation skills. Whether you’re working through a challenging assignment or want to strengthen your skills, the centers are here to help. See courses supported by Peer Tutoring »

Saturday, Oct. 3 – Sunday, Oct. 4 
Harney Science Center Social Hive

Join an interdisciplinary team for two days of design thinking, collaboration, and hands-on problem-solving around global sustainability challenges. Using the UN Sustainable Development Goals as a guide, participants will explore issues like climate change, clean energy, health, and inequality while developing and prototyping creative solutions.

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Meet Jadyn Gee: A nursing major who transferred from Community College of San Mateo, and is the current president of the Transfer Student Alliance.

Advice for Fellow Transfer Students: "Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone! Get involved, meet new people, and be proactive in campus activities! It's difficult, especially if you are a commuter, to engage in all the activities, but it only takes one person to connect with, and you will soon find yourself meeting other transfers!"

Meet Professor Hwaji Shin: "As a former transfer and first-generation immigrant college student, I understand firsthand the challenges of navigating a new institution. As associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and champion of transfer champions, I focus on identifying the specific challenges transfer students face at USF and finding concrete ways to remove those roadblocks. Above all, I am dedicated to building a strong sense of community where every transfer student feels seen, valued, and fully confident that they belong here."

Advice for Transfer Students: "Make time in your busy schedule to connect with faculty and staff members, especially your faculty transfer champions! You are here not only to earn a degree, but also to build meaningful human connections and networks that will support and guide you for years to come."

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