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Success for Transfer Students


Course Description

Provides transfer students opportunities in writing, reading, research, and communication strategies for success within the University's unique learning environments. To enhance the transfer experience, students will examine resources and the missions, purpose, and character of the University. Selected texts, guest speakers, and campus events will provide materials for seminar exchanges. Hallmark of the course will be attention to the importance of attendance, preparation, and engagement in University classrooms.


Athena Title

Success for Transfer Students


Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in UNIV 2302E, UNIV 2302S


Semester Course Offered

Offered fall, spring and summer


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Student Learning Outcomes

  • By the end of this course, students will be knowledgeable about the resources on campus.
  • By the end of this course, students will engage with campus resources including academic, social, and health services.
  • By the end of this course, students will connect with the UGA community in and outside the classroom.
  • By the end of this course, students will understand of the college academic expectations.
  • By the end of this course, students will be skilled in how to gain research experience.
  • By the end of this course, students will be prepared for future opportunities at UGA and beyond.

Topical Outline

  • Getting acquainted with resources available at University of Georgia, from libraries to student services and much more
  • A brief history of the University
  • What is the research mission of the University?
  • What is the instructional mission of the University?
  • What is the public service and outreach mission of the University?
  • Calling on strengths and previous experiences
  • Developing evidence-based academic success strategies
  • Developing a growth mindset for future success

Syllabus