Transfer Talk Podcast
Learn fun and new, upcoming information about transfer opportunities for Westmoreland
County Community College Students, hosted by Maria Loffredo!
- What is the process and what should you consider before transferring?
- Learn about common mistakes made during the transfer process and how to avoid them
- Get tips and tricks for Westmoreland students.
Explore Episodes:
Learn more about what it means to be a transfer student. Who can you go to for assistance? What is the process and what should you consider before transferring? Featuring co-host Jesse Somers, TRIO Counselor.
Episode 2: Choosing the Right University for YOU
Maria is joined by Lori Roles, Assistant Director of Admissions and Coordinator of Transfer Outreach at IUP. They discuss the factors to consider when selecting a transfer institution. Location, size, academic programs, campus life and cost are all discussed. They also touch on resources you can tap into to help you narrow down your search and what resources to connect with for guidance.
Episode 3: Understanding Articulation Agreements & Transfer Credits
Maria is joined by a special co-host, Melissa Sobeck, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Transfer from Penn West California. Maria and Melissa explain what an articulation agreement is and how it can help students, as well as discuss the importance of understanding how credits transfer and the criteria you need to consider when choosing your course work.
Episode 4: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Learn more about common mistakes students make during the transfer process and how to avoid them. Maria welcomes co-host Robert Lagnese, Director of Transfer at Slippery Rock University. Robert has over 26 years of experience in the transfer field and discusses transfer challenges, common mistakes in planning, the importance of advising, campus visits and campus culture.
Maria is joined by Paige Mascilli, a 2023 Westmoreland graduate who successfully transferred to IUP. Paige shares her educational journey and how choosing Westmoreland put her on a path to completing a Master's degree in only 4 years. Learn more about Paige's transfer success and gain sound advice for planning your transfer.