ASU Transfer Times February 2024
Save the date for Spring Training with Academic Alliances!
Please join us, community college colleagues! Perhaps your college has hired some new student-facing staff, or you or some of your colleagues were not able to join one of our webinars for our internal partners during National Transfer Week last October. Spring Training is here to help! Learn about transfer updates from Arizona State University and a demonstration on MyPath2ASU®, including an overview of ASU's transfer tools, programs and resources, and of the transfer admission process.
Join us for a Spring Training webinar taking place on Thursday, March 28 at 10 a.m. Whether you’ve gone through training before and would like a refresher, or are completely new to the world of MyPath2ASU, we look forward to seeing you there.
Discover the ASU California Center in Los Angeles
Arizona State University is excited to extend an invitation to community college counselors, educators and administrators to join our virtual information session and upcoming open house showcasing the thriving creative ecosystem at the ASU California Center in downtown Los Angeles.
Both events will explore ASU's commitment to expanding educational opportunities and fostering innovation in response to the dynamic needs of the workforce. Our new homes at the historic Herald Examiner and California Center Grand buildings in downtown Los Angeles serve as the backdrop for Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts’ top-tier undergraduate and graduate programs, including ASU FIDM, The Sidney Poitier New American Film School and The Design School.
Key highlights:
- Global connections: Connect students from across the U.S. with LA and global industries through in-demand jobs and internships.
- Fashion education: Explore the expanded fashion education offered by ASU FIDM in both Los Angeles and Phoenix.
- Transdisciplinary opportunities: ASU's commitment to a transdisciplinary approach empowers students to thrive in diverse and rapidly evolving fields.
- Transfer with ease: We’ll share information on how your students can seamlessly transfer their credits to ASU through MyPath2ASU.
We look forward to having you join us as we embark on this exciting journey together.
Webinar:
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Noon to 1 p.m. (Pacific Time)
In-person Open House:
Saturday, March 16, 2024
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Pacific Time)
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ASU College Connections: The School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering
We are excited to present to you the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering as the next College Connections webinar spotlight! Taking place March 7 from 11 a.m. to noon, you are invited to join us for this informative and interactive session.
Home to the Electrical Engineering BSE and Electrical Engineering (Electric Power and Energy Systems) BSE degrees, students are prepared to work in a variety of industries or to pursue graduate degrees. Plus, students who sign up for MyPath2ASU are provided clear pathways into these programs. Students even have the option of an accelerated master’s degree where they can complete their bachelor’s and master’s degree in about five years. You’ll also learn about extracurricular activities and support services, MyPath2ASU, tips for community college transfer students, and more. Don’t miss out, and be sure to share this invitation with your colleagues who work with transfer students too!
Pathways for the Future: ASU, State Farm gives students insight into diverse career opportunities
What do an attorney, a nurse and a sports business intern have in common? Arizona State University students participating in the Pathways for the Future program had the opportunity to find out at a unique networking event held Friday, January 19, at State Farm’s Marinalink, located in downtown Tempe, Arizona.
“New Year with New Neighbors” offered ASU Pathways for the Future scholars and awardees the chance to connect with and hear from State Farm employees and professionals from diverse careers. “Hearing the perspectives of these panelists who work here at State Farm in these very different roles opened my eyes as to what kind of career opportunities are out there outside of my general field of study,” said Kenneth Phimmasone, a PFF scholar currently earning his master's degree in industrial engineering. Read more about this special event, and be sure to check out the corresponding video!
For more information, visit academicalliances.asu.edu.