The Transfer Connection
Greetings,
Record keeping may not be exciting, but certainly is necessary. Whether it is tracking the bills you pay or the classes you take, keeping records now will make your life easier later. When you start to write or update your resume, it will be so helpful to have your transcript, as well as notes about courses you have taken. If you think about how the courses and other experiences have helped you learn and grow, it will help shape your resume or application. Make sure you also track volunteer experiences, and assignments at work. Take some time periodically--maybe at semester break or the end of each semester to update the organizations in which you are involved, as well as your activities and volunteer hours. The format is up to you. Some like paper records, some use a spreadsheet or e-portfolio.
Find out the time and day you can first register for Spring semester at Registration and Records. Access is based on your class standing and the first day for each group is scheduled by the last digit of your social security number. Details: http://www.unl.edu/regrec/registration/spring_instr.shtml
If you have not made an appointment with your academic adviser this is a good time. When registration gets closer appointments are harder to get and may be on a walk-in basis only. Some advising centers--like General Studies--operate on walk-in hours all semester.
You may need an official transcript for a scholarship or for student discounts on insurance. Transcripts are a service of the Office of Registration and Records. You can now order transcripts through WAM! There is no charge for transcripts, but here may be charges for special services like overnight delivery. Your account must be clear of all holds to get an official transcript. http://www.unl.edu/regrec/grades/transcripts.shtml.
Have you found ways to get connected at UNL? It can be hard to feel like part of such a large campus until you meet people. Introduce yourself to classmates, try out student organizations and events. There are bound to be others who share your interests Don't forget about the Transition web page. Now that you know what your questions are, you may find answers. http://transition.unl.edu/
EVENTS
Thursday, October 15, 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm Hardin Hall (East Campus)
"Life in the Last Frontier: Impacts of a Changing Climate on the Alaskan Landscape"
Martha Shulski, Director of the High Plains Regional Climate Center. Dr. Shulski has authored the book : "Climate in Alaska". This book will be available for sale and Shulski will sign the book at this event.
Friday, October 16, 5;00 - 7:00 pm, Nebraska East Union--Great Plains Room
6th Annual Chili Cook Off Proceeds will benefit the Matt Talbot Kitchen and Outreach. The cost to attend is $5 or five cans of food for an individual or $10 or 10 cans of food for a family.
Saturday, October 17, 2:30 pm, Ross Media Arts Center
Watch the home football game on the big screen at the Ross
Grab the gang and come down to The Ross Media Arts Center to watch the Oct. 17 home game against Texas Tech (2:30 p.m.) on their 40-foot big screen. Enjoy their family-friendly environment as you cheer the Nebraska Cornhuskers on to victory. This event is admission FREE. http://www.theross.org
Events for all ages at the Roca Berry Farm Pumpkin Harvest
Get your pumpkins and other fall harvest decor at Roca Berry farm, south of Lincoln. Take the little ones to pick a pumpkin or get your scare on at a haunted hay ride. For more information and reservations: http://www.rocaberryfarm.com/
Cheers,
JoAnn
JoAnn Moseman, M.A.
Academic Transfer Coordinator
Office of Undergraduate Studies
201 Seaton Hall
Lincoln, NE 68588-0683
TEL: 402-472-9455
www.unl.edu/ous/student_programs/transfer.shtml
http://transition.unl.edu/
jmoseman2@unl.edu
