Sophomore Success Week

This event is for current UNM-Valencia students who have earned 45+ credit hours and are interested transferring to a four-year college. Join us all week for information from UNM-Main Campus, New Mexico State University, New Mexico Tech, and UNM-Valencia's Nursing Program.
SCHOLARSHIPS WILL BE RAFFLED DURING EACH WORKSHOP

How to Register and Prepare: 

  • Download Zoom to your PC, Mac, Tablet, or Smartphone
  • Register for Sophomore Success Week
  • Check your UNM email for workshop information, files, and meeting links
  • Write down your questions and bring them to each session

 

Helpful Transfer Resources & Web Links

UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO-MAIN

NEW MEXICO INSTITUTE OF MINING AND TECHNOLOGY

NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY

 

 

Schedule of Events 

Monday, September 21 | 12 pm to 1 pm

CURRENT TRANSFER STUDENT PANEL

Hear from former UNM-Valencia students who have transferred to UNM-Main, NMSU, NM Tech, and into UNM's BSN Nursing Program. Students will share what they wish they'd known before graduating, life after UNM-Valencia, and more. Speakers for this session include:

  • Sarah Flynn, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, UNM-Main Campus Student
  • Brandon Pinon, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, New Mexico Tech Student
  • Trevor Ballinger, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, UNM-Main Campus Student
  • Hannah Dille, Bachelor of Science in Biology, New Mexico State University Student
  • Daniel Baca, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, UNM-Main Campus Student

Tuesday, September 22 | 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm

GRADUATING & TRANSFER ADMISSION

Learn about the Application for Graduation from UNM-Valencia, the transfer application process for UNM-Main, NMSU, and NM Tech, as well as the benefits of pursuing a Bachelor's degree program. Speakers for this session include:

  • Frances Duran, UNM-Valencia Registrar
  • Rafael Delgado, New Mexico State University Transfer Admissions Advisor
  • Titia Dons Barham, New Mexico Tech Transfer Evaluation Specialist
  • Ashlynn Yeagle, UNM-Main Transfer Admissions Advisor

Wednesday, September 23 | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

BUDGETING FOR YOUR TRANSFER

Prepare for the changes in cost for your education before transferring to a4-year college. Attendees will receive a budget worksheet for UNM-Main, NMSU, and NM Tech, as well as upcoming financial aid & scholarship deadlines. Speakers include:

  • Tina Zuniga, UNM-Valencia Financial Literacy Coach
  • Maisie Baca, UNM-Valencia Financial Aid Manager
  • Lluvia Cano, UNM-Main Financial Aid Officer

Thursday, September 24 | 3 pm to 4 pm

FINDING YOUR COMMUNITY AFTER TRANSFER

Transition from a small campus to a larger university can be hard. Campus resources like tutoring, advisement, transfer student support and more at UNM-Main, NMSU, and NM Tech will be shared during this session.

  • Celestina Torres, UNM-Main College Enrichment Program
  • Armando Bustamante, UNM-Main El Centro de la Raza
  • Dayra Fallad-Mendoza, UNM-Main Center for Academic Program Support (CAPS)
  • Rafael Delgado, New Mexico State University Transfer Center
  • Dr. Bruce Harrison, New Mexico Tech Department of Geology
  • David Cox, New Mexico Tech Office of Student Learning

Friday, September 25 | 10 am to 11 am

ALL ABOUT NURSING

Join representatives from both UNM-Valencia and UNM-Main's Nursing Programs to gain insights for NursingCAS, entrance exams, financial and scholarships, and more tips for success in the BSN and Dual Degree Nursing programs.

  • Kyle Beenhouwer, UNM College of Nursing Admissions
  • Maisie Baca, UNM-Valencia Financial Aid 
  • Joseph Poole, UNM-Valencia Nursing Program Director

 

If you have any questions or concerns about this event, please email zunigat@unm.edu or call 505-925-8591.