National Transfer Student Week

It’s time to celebrate Niner Transfer students!

We aim to help you take full advantage of the resources and opportunities you have here at Charlotte, all while having a little fun! Check out the schedule below for our National Transfer Student Week events and the online resources!

Schedule of Events:

Multi-Day Events:

Your Transfer Journey (All Week) – Come to the Atkins Library to put your mark on the map! Share your transfer story by visiting the map near Atkins Library’s main entrance to place a marker of where you transferred from. 

Monday, 16th:

Where Do I Belong – Making Space for Your Story

  • Join Area 49 in Atkins Library and the Dept of Language & Culture Studies for an afternoon of conversation, creation, and community building.
  • Alum and former transfer student Raymone Byrd will present a talk, “Unafraid of Uncertainty” and light refreshments will be served.
  • After the talk, join us in Area 49 to create your own story using our resources like the EZ Video Studio and Makerspace.
  • We’ll also have tables from campus partners so you can learn about resources and ways to connect and be supported at UNC Charlotte.
  • For more information visit bit.ly/unccbelong
  • Visualization Lab, Atkins Second Floor – 12:30pm – 1:30pm

Tuesday, 17th:

Explore Education Abroad – Yes You Can!

  • Would you like to study abroad but think you can’t? YES, You can!
  • Come explore all the Office of Education Abroad has to offer you as a Transfer Student.
  • Get rid of all the myths that surround study abroad!
  • Colvard 2006 – 1:00pm

Explore Undergraduate Research for ALL Majors!

  • The Office of Undergraduate Research believes all students benefit from undergraduate research not just STEM students!
  • Come and learn about getting experience while you are a student doing RESEARCH!
  • Colvard 2006 – 3:30pm

Wednesday, 18th:

National Transfer Student Resource Fair

  • Stop by and talk to campus resources and offices to make the most of your Transfer Niner Experience!
  • Sidewalk between Atkins & Colvard – 11:00am – 2:00pm

Thursday, 19th:

Explore Education Abroad – Yes You Can!

  • Would you like to study abroad but think you can’t? YES, You can!
  • Virtual Meeting – Zoom – 11:30am
  • Click here to Join!

The Transfer Advantage with the Career Center!

  • Come meet a Career Coach and learn about all the career-centered opportunities you have!
  • Learn about Internships, Career Coaching, Resume building & Career Meet-Ups.
  • Career Center – 3:00pm

Friday, 20th

The Transfer Advantage with the Career Center!

  • Learn about Internships, Career Coaching, Resume building & Career Meet-Ups.
  • Career Center – 3:00pm

Online Events & Resources:

Education Abroad

Are you interested in a Study Abroad experience but don’t think you can? WRONG!

Here are your first steps:
  • Complete Study Abroad 101, a free, asynchronous set of modules that you can complete at your own pace. SA 101 should only take 1-2 hours in total to complete, but it will help explain our program options, financial aid, and scholarships, the advising and application process, and so much more. 
  • After completing Study Abroad 101, you’ll be eligible to meet with an advisor and open an application. 
  • From there, you will walk through the process via emails to your UNC Charlotte account, as things look a bit different depending on if you’ve selected a faculty-led, affiliate, exchange, or direct enrollment program (or even an internship!).
  • The Office of Education Abroad is always available at edabroad@charlotte.edu to answer any questions you might have along the way!
Fast Facts about Education Abroad
  • You can study abroad for as short of a term as Spring Break (7-10 days), or as long of a term as a full academic year; in fact, UNC Charlotte students can mix-and-match to study abroad for a maximum of three total semesters!
  • Programs could end up less expensive than attending on-campus at UNC Charlotte – of course, some might be about the same cost, and some might be more expensive. Complete Study Abroad 101 and talk to an Education Abroad advisor to learn more about cost-saving measures, scholarships, and financial aid!
  • You may use financial aid toward a study abroad program! 
  • All majors can study abroad. 
  • Most of our programs are taught in English, so you don’t have to worry about taking a full course load in a foreign language unless you want that language immersion.
  • Transfer students absolutely can and do study abroad, but we recommend getting started with the process ASAP once you join Niner Nation.

Atkins

Where Did You Transfer From Map – Click here to share about your transfer journey!

Atkins Homepage with all the library has to offer