The ASEMS Transfer Program (ASEMS-T) provides targeted services specifically for community college transfer students. ASEMS-T is designed to assist students studying a science or engineering major in successfully obtaining a bachelor’s degree. To achieve this goal, the program offers support from the time that students enter the program through graduation.
Eligibility
ASEMS-T is for students majoring in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) in the College of Science or the College of Engineering, and transferring from a community college.
First Semester (Fall)
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Take the Success in STEM 1-credit course led by Peer Educators
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Guidance and support related to academic and career planning, navigating campus resources, connecting with faculty, etc.
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1-on-1 meetings with ASEMS Student Success Specialist
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Participation in ASEMS Orientation and Inclusive Engagement Workshop
Second Semester (Spring)
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Research Readiness 1-credit course led by ASEMS Student Success Specialists and STEM faculty partners
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Opportunity to shadow in a research group or lab
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1 on 1 meetings with ASEMS Success Specialist and Peer Mentors
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Opportunity to participate in a paid summer research experience through the ASEMS STARS Program
Year 2
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1 on 1 meetings with ASEMS Success Specialist and Peer Mentors
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Opportunity to serve as a Peer Educator/Peer Mentor/Tutor
Across all years
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Ongoing opportunities to connect and build community with faculty and other STEM transfer students
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Guidance and support in finding undergraduate research and career preparation opportunities
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Individual support from program staff
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Program workshops and events
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Access to free ASEMS tutoring services
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Be eligible to receive financial aid (stipends) on a case-by-case basis
Application
To find out how to apply: https://asems.arizona.edu/apply/asems-t-application
Questions?
If you are a College of Science major, please contact Zcheecid Aguirre (zcheecida@arizona.edu).
If you are a College of Engineering major, please contact Elena Calderon (calderonsandoval@arizona.edu).