National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students

12/04/2025

NISTS Selects the National Resource Center as Our Successor Organization!

Since announcing our separation from UNG, we have diligently explored options for continuing this important work, and we couldn’t be more pleased that the NRC and University of South Carolina have enthusiastically embraced this opportunity.

For 23 years, NISTS and the NRC have engaged in a celebrated partnership that’s spanned publishing, presenting, and advocacy. This shared experience positions the NRC to preserve the treasured elements of the NISTS community while advancing the field of transfer and learning mobility.

You can view the full announcement at https://www.nists.org/update-announcement

09/02/2025

Join us to brainstorm ideas for National Transfer Student Week (Oct. 20-24).

Send a message to learn more

05/19/2025

We're excited to learn how AACRAO is reimaging their Technology and Transfer Summit! Register to attend the webinar this Friday, May 23 at 2 PM (ET).

https://www.aacrao.org/events-training/event/2025/05/23/default-calendar/leaning-into-learning-mobility--reimagining-the-aacrao-technology-and-transfer-summit-into-an-outcome-oriented-platform

AACRAO recently commissioned a panel of experts in the Technology, Transfer, and Learning Mobility space to reimagine the future of the AACRAO Technology and Transfer Summit. Join the conference Co-Leads, Marc Booker and Loida González Utley, on May 23 at 2 PM ET to learn about the panel’s report that proposed several changes, including a focus on advancing Learning Mobility, forging powerful partnerships, unlocking new funding opportunities, and rewarding active engagement for participants.

https://www.aacrao.org/events-training/event/2025/05/23/default-calendar/leaning-into-learning-mobility--reimagining-the-aacrao-technology-and-transfer-summit-into-an-outcome-oriented-platform

03/03/2025

Please encourage STEM transfer-intending community college students to participate in this research study. Interviews will be conducted virtually, so students across the US can participate.

The study is led by David Reeping - a past NISTS research grant recipient and the results will help universities improve their websites for STEM transfer students.

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How can university websites be better designed for STEM transfer students to have a smooth transfer? If you are a community college student aiming to earn a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, you may be able to participate in an online study!

We are looking for current community college students to participate in a 1-hour interview that involves evaluating university websites. The purpose of this research is to understand pain points in how university websites are designed and come up with next steps to improve their design for transfer students.

If you are interested in participating, please complete the screening survey here (~15 min to complete):

https://ucengeducation.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cVgdg1IcGuEeuKa

You will be paid $50 in the form of an Amazon gift card for completing the interview. There is no incentive associated with completing the screening survey.

If you have any questions, please let us know. The contact for this study is Dr. David Reeping ([email protected])

Transfer Nation

02/17/2025

Transfer professionals, we understand you're juggling a lot right now, so why not take a few moments to invest in yourself?

Join us this Thursday (2/20) at 4 pm (ET) to learn about the 3 key recommendations from the Transfer Playbook 2.0 (before it's even released).

Presenters from the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program and Community College Research Center will:
✨Break down the recommendations
✨Lead a discussion on how you can adapt and apply this framework to your institution's unique context.

Come prepared to share your experiences, ask questions, and explore actionable strategies that can drive change on your campus.

Register now: https://ung.zoom.us/meeting/register/6xfhawKjTqSNgTyik3LtUQ #/registration

Transfer Nation

01/07/2025

🌟 Exciting news! NODA is hosting a virtual Transition Symposium (Feb. 26-27). Topics include transfer student success, and the deadline has been extended to THIS Friday (Jan. 10th). 📅

This is a fantastic opportunity to share insights and strategies from your work with transfer students.

Transfer Nation

The 2025 Transition Symposium includes opportunities for participants to share their work in supporting student transitions.

Proposals should reflect innovative practices, evidence-based strategies, or impactful experiences that support transfer student success, inclusive practices, research, collaborative approaches, and/or emerging trends.

Learn more and submit a session proposal by Monday, January 6th! https://buff.ly/4iWC7pL

12/19/2024

🚀 Looking to enhance your knowledge about supporting transfer students? NACAC just released new on-demand courses tailored for specific populations, including a dedicated one for transfer students! 🎓💡

Led by Jaime Smith, a grad of the NISTS Post-Master’s Certificate in Transfer Leadership and Practice, this is an affordable way to grow your understanding.

Let’s elevate transfer student success together! Tell us if you register and share what you learn. 👇
https://www.nacacnet.org/college-counseling-for-specific-populations-courses/ #

National Association for College Admission Counseling Transfer Nation

11/14/2024

Last chance to share your thoughts about transfer-related professional development needs, challenges, and preferences. 📢

The survey takes about 10 minutes and closes tomorrow (Friday, 11/14).

https://ung.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cSbOr7Z5HdG8XPM

Thank you to everyone (over 700 of you!) who shared your views of NISTS in our last survey. We are already using this information to inform our next steps.

We are asking for your help again. In our 2nd survey, we want to learn about your professional development needs and preferences so we can better support you in your transfer-related work. 🙌

The brief 10-minute survey is open through November 14th and will help us:

- Learn more about your transfer-related work 🎓 🥇
- Gather your thoughts on future goals and challenges 💡 🎤 🔦
- Understand your professional development needs🤓 📢

https://ung.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cSbOr7Z5HdG8XPM

Transfer Nation

11/08/2024

We want to support you, Transfer Champions! Please take a few minutes to complete this survey about your professional development needs and preferences.

https://ung.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cSbOr7Z5HdG8XPM

Thank you to everyone (over 700 of you!) who shared your views of NISTS in our last survey. We are already using this information to inform our next steps.

We are asking for your help again. In our 2nd survey, we want to learn about your professional development needs and preferences so we can better support you in your transfer-related work. 🙌

The brief 10-minute survey is open through November 14th and will help us:

- Learn more about your transfer-related work 🎓 🥇
- Gather your thoughts on future goals and challenges 💡 🎤 🔦
- Understand your professional development needs🤓 📢

https://ung.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cSbOr7Z5HdG8XPM

Transfer Nation

11/04/2024

Thank you to everyone (over 700 of you!) who shared your views of NISTS in our last survey. We are already using this information to inform our next steps.

We are asking for your help again. In our 2nd survey, we want to learn about your professional development needs and preferences so we can better support you in your transfer-related work. 🙌

The brief 10-minute survey is open through November 14th and will help us:

- Learn more about your transfer-related work 🎓 🥇
- Gather your thoughts on future goals and challenges 💡 🎤 🔦
- Understand your professional development needs🤓 📢

https://ung.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cSbOr7Z5HdG8XPM

Transfer Nation

10/25/2024

As we wrap up NTSW, we want to shoutout our paw-squad for their constant love and support.

10/25/2024

What a great it's been! We've loved seeing colleges, universities, and higher education entities across the US lift up their transfer students and transfer professionals. Let's carry this spirit beyond the affinity week and ensure that our diverse and mobile learners truly experience equitable access and outcomes along their college journeys. They deserve the very best we have to offer!

Transfer professionals, please find the final installment to our video series focused on reconnecting with your potential - your unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives. We appreciate all you do for your transfer students!

The NISTS Team