Ted Faulkner

Office/Department/Unit: Student Affairs
Institution you transferred from: Jamestown Community College (NY)
Institution you transferred to: Virginia Tech
What was the biggest challenge you encountered as a transfer college student and how did you overcome it? Knowing the resources that were available to a student. Learned on a need to use by basis, regret I didn't engage individuals or departments sooner. Was also prior to having computers and the internet, which I think presented some additional challenges. :)
What is one piece of advice you would give transfer college students? Get involved at the onset. Join a club, get involved with intermurals, etc...First year in Living on campus or joining a living learning community often allow for quicker connections. Be bold and confident in your outreach to others. Those at the university chose the work for a reason and they want you to be successful!