Transitions

February 2011

News from the Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation (CCTA)

New High School Student Portal

Recently Aztransfer.com created a new High School Student portal page as part of the “Getting Ahead” initiative and the re-organization of the Academic Program Articulation Steering Committee (APASC) which now includes representatives from high school urban, rural, and JTED districts and the Arizona Department of Education.

Arizona’s “Getting Ahead” project is a collaboration among the public universities, community colleges, the K-12 sector, business community, and legislative and executive branches of government to help more Arizonans complete college degrees. The "Getting Ahead" project is funded with a $1.5 million grant from the Lumina Foundation for Education. “This portal is an important step under the "Getting Ahead" project to help more students understand what is needed to attend college, begin earning college credits, and choose the best career for them,” says Dr. Rufus Glasper, co-chairman of the “Getting Ahead” project and chancellor of the Maricopa Community Colleges.

Features of the new High School Portal at AZTransfer.com include:

KnowHow2Go – link to the portal that helps students plan the steps needed to apply to and attend college
Exam Equivalency Guide – shows students their college credit equivalency for AP, IB, CLEP, and DSST exam scores
High School Dual Enrollment – lists courses (in the CEG) available for students wishing to begin community college courses while in high school
Arizona Career Information System – link to the system tha tprovides educational, career, and occupational information to help students make informed career and school choices and complete their Education and Career Action Plan (ECAP)
Career Planner – links to free online tools to help students asses the best career for them

NAU gear to hit the Valley

It’s about to get easier for Lumberjacks in the greater Phoenix area to show their school spirit when Northern Arizona University merchandise goes on sale at Maricopa community college bookstores participating in the Connect2NAU program. The NAU bookstore partnered with several of its Follett counterparts to bring the NAU brand to The Extended Campuses of Northern Arizona University students and alumni at Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, GateWay, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix College, Scottsdale and South Mountain community colleges later this month. A wider selection of NAU gear also is available online from the NAU Bookstore’s ecommerce site.

Do you work with future Associate graduates from any of the Maricopa Community Colleges?

Learn more about the University of Phoenix/ Maricopa Community Colleges Transfer Scholarship. Deadline is February 25.

Scholarship Opportunities at Weber State University

We are Weber State University, nestled in the foothills of the majestic Wasatch Mountains in northern Utah. Weber State University is located in the city of Ogden, a high adventure hotspot boasting two rivers, three ski resorts, an extensive trail system for hiking and biking, and much more. With over 230 programs available, small class sizes, and personal attention, chances are, we’re exactly what you’re looking for! From accounting to zoology, we offer associates, bachelors and masters degrees. And take them any way you’d like: day, evening, weekend and online classes are all available. (More...)

Regis University: 90/30 Program for Computer Degrees

Regis University’s School of Computers and Information Sciences is more than just learning computer science and technology skills. Critical thinking, creative problem solving, management, and leadership development are part of the School’s well-rounded curricula. The School of Computers and Information Sciences has a strong reputation due to our seasoned practitioner faculty who combine theory, research, and real-world applications into well-structured and competitive degrees. Our busy adult students can take advantage of the convenient and flexible learning formats, which include 5-and 8-week accelerated classes offered both online and in the classroom. Listen and read testimonials of students in the Regis University’s CPS School of Computers and Information Sciences.

The Associate's to Bachelor's program allows students at any of the Maricopa Community Colleges with an Associate's degree to make a smooth transition to earn a Bachelor’s degree. Students can take credits at the community college beyond their Associate’s degree to transfer up to 90 credit hours to Regis University. To learn more about the Associate’s to Bachelor’s program visit: www.TransferToRegis.orgor call 1.800.967.3237.

2011Spring Transfer Fairs and Events

Four of the Maricopa Community Colleges will be hosting University Transfer Fairs for 2011. The fairs will help Maricopa students learn about opportunities for transferring to four-year universities, including how to apply to universities, how to transfer Associate degrees, and which programs are offered at universities. Access list of dates and locations.

Building bridges for student success is a collective effort, and we invite you to join us in raising the importance and awareness of the transfer mission by promoting these events.

Introducing Grand Canyon University’s Transfer Center – Come to find your purpose, we’ll show you the path!

Grand Canyon University’s new transfer website offers several opportunities for transfer students – there’s even an option to upload transcripts for a free transfer evaluation. Within 24 hours, an Admissions Counselor will be able to tell you what you can transfer in, what classes you need to graduate, your estimated tuition costs and what scholarships are available to you. Visit the site at transfercenter.gcu.edu

The Center is designed to assist you in evaluating and anticipating your transfer opportunities and needs. There are several transfer options, including the Lifelong Learning Assessment (LLA). Students can submit a paper documenting life experience in the form of an essay. All students who wish to submit a lifelong learning paper must first take ENG-135 Lifelong Learning Assessment. Credit earned through the LLA process can be used to fulfill a general education or an elective requirement.

Have Questions About Maricopa-ASU Program Pathways (MAPPs)?

Did you know that there are alternate sequences of coursework that students may use on the MAPP? Or are you not quite sure how to answer a student’s question about a specific MAPP? Or do you need some quick reminders about business processes related to ASU’s Pathway Programs? Representatives from both ASU and the Maricopa District Office will be co-presenting a session at this year’s Maricopa Community Colleges Advisement Conference. (More...)

Pursue an Exciting Career in Cybersecurity Through University of Maryland University College (UMUC)

Cybersecurity represents an exciting and fast-growing career field, with thousands of job openings available now in the public and private sectors. Recently, University of Maryland University College (www.umuc.edu), one of the largest public providers of online higher education in the nation, launched cutting edge degree and certificate programs in cybersecurity, designed with direct input from top industry leaders to provide practical and theoretical training.

Now, thanks to an alliance agreement between Maricopa and UMUC, you can make a seamless transition, after graduation, into any one of dozens of four-year UMUC degree programs—including cybersecurity. To help ease the transfer process, UMUC has dedicated on-site representatives to help guide you through the process easily and efficiently, as you work to set and reach your educational goals.

UMUC has scholarship opportunities available for students wishing to pursue a degree in cybersecurity, as well as its Community College Transfer Scholarship available to all community college graduates – no matter what degree you choose to pursue.

For more information regarding this new alliance or to make an appointment with a UMUC representative, e-mail enroll@umuc.edu or call 800-888-UMUC.

Advance your Education and Enhance your career at Chamberlain College of Nursing

Learn more about the Chamberlain RN to BSN Program Advantage.

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