Cooke Scholars Celebrate #TransferStudentWeek 2020

Posted November 6, 2020 | By Julia Florence

 

Did you know that students who transferred from a community college are more likely to graduate from a four-year institution than students who matriculated out of high school or from another four-year college?

Each year during the third week of October, the National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students (NISTS) spearheads National Transfer Student Week to celebrate and build pride among the transfer community, as well as thank the faculty, professors, and professionals who support them. This year’s theme, Thriving Through Transfer, brought to light stories of overcoming obstacles and stigma.

Cooke Transfer Scholars shared their own stories on social media. Scroll down to see how these recipients of the Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship thrived through their transfer experience and went on to attend some of the nation’s most prestigious four-year institutions.

 

Our Transfer Scholarship

Are you or any students you know looking to transfer from a community college to a four-year college or university? The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship provides up to $40,000 per year in funding to attend any accredited four-year institution in the U.S. Cooke Transfer Scholars also receive comprehensive educational advising and access to a network of over 2,800 fellow Cooke Scholars and Alumni. Apply here via Common App by January 6, 2021.

 

 

A proud community college transfer student from @NOVAcommcollege to @BrownUniversity wishes you a happy #TransferStudentWeek! 🌼@TheJKCF pic.twitter.com/mcWqXLJDmo

— Francesca Raoelison (@francescaraoel) October 20, 2020

 

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We’ve enjoyed being on the adventure with you, Dr. Osborne, well done! 🎓 #JKCF #CookeScholars Repost from @osbornia.farms • From transfer student at @umpquacc to assistant professor @westernwashingtonuniversity it’s been an amazing and wild adventure. One that never would have been possible without the community and support of @thejkcf #transferstudentweek #JKCF

A post shared by Jack Kent Cooke Foundation (@thejkcf) on Oct 24, 2020 at 6:21pm PDT

 

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Thanks for posting Jonathan, glad you’re part of the #CookeScholar community! #JKCF Repost from @philosopher_finn • It’s #TransferStudentWeek and I look at the small wall in my home office to remind myself that as a transfer student, I can do anything! Going to a four-year institution was at first a challenge, but in the end life changing! Here I am now, in graduate school, doing what I love. Through the @thejkcf you’ll find a community that both accepts and motivates you to do great things! Hang in there and enjoy the ride!

A post shared by Jack Kent Cooke Foundation (@thejkcf) on Oct 23, 2020 at 5:36pm PDT

 

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Thanks Corey, thrilled to have supported you on your journey, we can’t see where it takes you! 🙌 #JKCF #CookeScholars Repost from @fullcollcorey • Throwback photos for Transfer Student Week. #TransferStudentWeek @thejkcf Google “Corey Lamb Forbes” for more of my transfer story. Thank you Fullerton College, The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, Stanford University and everyone who supported this journey.

A post shared by Jack Kent Cooke Foundation (@thejkcf) on Oct 22, 2020 at 3:37pm PDT

 

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We’re so glad you’re part of the #CookeScholar community, keep smashing those expectations and adding to your achievements! Repost from @rhymeswithonomatopoeia • It’s #transferstudentweek and I am eternally grateful for @thejkcf and all of my Cookie Cousins that are supporting me on this next leg of my higher ed journey. Imposter Syndrome is very real, even for high achievers, but I know I have a support network that’s second to none. With the support of The Foundation, I can continue “passionately smashing every expectation” and add to my achievements. Warm thanks are also owed to @wright_college for encouraging me and @lakeforestcollege for seeing the potential of a non-traditional, fgli, parent student and giving me the support I need to continue to break barriers. My work is not done until everyone has the opportunity to thrive. I would not wish my journey on anyone and it’s my responsibility to lessen the burden for those that come after. . . . #JKCF

A post shared by Jack Kent Cooke Foundation (@thejkcf) on Oct 21, 2020 at 9:00am PDT

 

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Transferring to @floridatech has been a great experience for me – even during the pandemic. Organizations such as @keuperpalm_fit have allowed me to join my campus community in a meaningful way. The best decision that I’ve made since transferring is to reach out to student-led clubs within my community without delay. They made me feel right at home! Another great experience has been the mentoring program @fltechhonors. My mentor is amazing! She has been a great friend and support from the start! I can ask her all the silly questions that you might not want to bother anyone else about, and it helps me feel connected. @martine_fredrickson Transferring to a 4-year institution doesn’t have to feel isolating even in today’s climate. And, I wouldn’t have had such an amazing experience without @thejkcf believing in me and the community’s support. Stay healthy and be safe! #transferstudentweek

A post shared by Jennifer Tolliver (@jlynn.tolliver) on Oct 21, 2020 at 7:20am PDT