Workshops

Virtual UC Davis Financial Aid Simplification

Are you interested in transferring to UC Davis but unsure How to Pay for Tuition?  Please join us today for a Virtual UC Davis FAFSA Simplification at 12:00 – 1:00 pm.

Virtual Workshop:

Law Enforcement Panel & Public Service Career Fair

Are you interested in a Career in Law Enforcement and Public Service?

WCC is pleased to announce our 1st Law Enforcement Panel & Public Service Career Fair on Tuesday, October 24th from 11:30 am – 2:00 pm in the 800 Building – Community Room.

Scan the QR Code to Register!

UC TAG Open Lab

TAG, You’re It!

UC Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) offers guaranteed admission to one of the six UC campuses.  These Open Labs will review the application process.

  • Remember, if you miss the TAG deadline, you can still apply to UC during the regular application period from October 1st – November 30th.

September 2023:

  • Monday, September 25th from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
  • Tuesday, September 26th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Thursday, September 28th from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
  • Friday, September 29th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

UC Davis Fall 2023 Online Advising

Your UC Davis Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP) coordinator, Associate Director, Transfer Opportunity Program Pamela Blanco, is available to meet with currently enrolled students from Woodland Community College to answer any questions about transferring to a four-year college. Please create or update your UC TAP profile prior to the meeting to discuss your transfer plans.  Pre-evaluation outcomes and tailored recommendations will be based on the content on UC TAP.  Students must have a UC TAP account to receive TOP services.

How to be Ready:

  1. Select a date and time for your appointment.
  2. Create and update your UC TAP account to include all of your coursework. Please make sure you report them, exactly like your transcript(s).
  3. Be on time and ready with questions.

TOP will continue to offer online advising appointments.

September:

October:

November:

CSU Application Open Lab

CSU In-Person Open Lab Assistance

These Workshops are for students applying to the CSU for Fall 2024 admissions and need help with their CSU application.  Students are encouraged to bring their own laptops and a copy of their transcripts.  Space is limited. Stop by the Transfer Center 700 Bldg. Room #758.   

October 2023:

  • Monday, October 2nd from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm 
  • Thursday, October 5th from 9:00 am – 10:30 am 
  • Monday, October 9th from 1:00 pm -2:30 pm
  • Friday, October 13th from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
  • Tuesday, October 17th from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
  • Friday, October 20th from 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Monday, October 23rd from 1:00 – 2:30 pm
  • Thursday, October 26th from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
  • Monday, October 30th from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

UC Davis AvenueM Info Session

Roadmap to Your Career in Medicine

AvenueM is a community college-to-medical school pathway program that aims to reduce barriers to entry to medical and other healthcare careers. UC Davis School of Medicine will partner with three 4-year institutions – UC Davis, California State University (CSU), Sacramento, and Cal Poly Humboldt – and a network of community colleges feeding into them, to establish this robust educational ecosystem. AvenueM aims to provide support and mentorship to students from all communities that have been historically excluded in medicine to become physicians. To learn more, visit: avenuem.ucdavis.edu

The AvenueM application cycle for the 2023-2024 academic year is OPEN! Students who are early in their Community College coursework or plan to transfer to a 4-year institution in Fall 2025 are encouraged to apply.  The deadline to apply is

Register for an upcoming information Session:

CSU In-Person Open Lab Assistance

These Workshops are for students applying to the CSU for Fall 2024 admissions and need help with their CSU application.  Students are encouraged to bring their own laptops and a copy of their transcripts.  Space is limited. Stop by the Transfer Center 700 Bldg. Room #758.   

November 2023:

  • Friday, November 3rd from 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Monday, November 6th from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
  • Thursday, November 9th from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
  • Tuesday, November 14th from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
  • Friday, November 17th from 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Monday, November 20th from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
  • Tuesday, November 21st from 10:00 am – 11:30 am
  • Monday, November 27th from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
  • Tuesday, November 28th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Thursday, November 30th from 9:30 am – 11:30 am
  • Thursday, November 30th from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Journey to UC Davis & Berkeley

Students from the Northern California community colleges listed above are invited to participate in a free 3-day, 2-night program to take a journey to UC Davis and UC Berkeley. Participants will jumpstart their knowledge about UC transfer admission requirements, campus majors, transfer resources and tools, student life, and tour both campuses.

Apply by September 1st using the links below.

Students Administrators

Topics will include:

  • UC transfer requirements
  • Transfer resources and tools
  • Academic preparation and planning
  • Financial literacy
  • Tour of UC Davis and UC Berkeley
  • Transfer student life and experience

Eligibility:

  • Attend a community college listed above
  • Complete the following sections of the UC Transfer Admission Planner (UC TAP)
    • About me (Personal information, Demographic information, Support programs)
    • My academic history (Schools attended, Coursework, Exams, if any) – include past, current, and planned coursework through spring 2024, if available
    • My transfer plan (Where and when I plan to transfer)

Program cost:
Journey to UC is free of cost. Housing, meals, and program supplies will be provided. Participants will be assigned a hotel room shared with another participant (two students per room).
Accommodations can be requested upon acceptance to the program. Transportation to and from the UC Davis campus for this event will be arranged through your community college.

For more information, please contact Jennifer Tang at uaevents@ucdavis.edu.

WCC Transfer Celebration

Let’s Celebrate YOU! Are you transferring in Fall 2023?

Join us for:

  • Recognition
  • Certificate
  • Photo Both
  • Say YES to …. Table

Pick up your Transfer Certificate and snap a pic with your new college pennant! RSVP HERE

Transfer Workshops | Spring 2023

UC Davis Spring 2023 Online Advising

Your UC Davis Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP) coordinator, Associate Director, Transfer Opportunity Program Pamela Blanco, is available to meet with currently enrolled students from Woodland Community College to answer any questions about transferring to a four-year college. Please create or update your UC TAP profile prior to the meeting to discuss your transfer plans.  Pre-evaluation outcomes and tailored recommendations will be based on the content on UC TAP.  Students must have a UC TAP account to receive TOP services.

How to be Ready:

  1. Select a date and time for your appointment.
  2. Create and update your UC TAP account to include all of your coursework. Please make sure you report them, exactly like your transcript(s).
  3. Be on time and ready with questions.

TOP will continue to offer online advising appointments.

February:

March:

April:

May:

UC & CSU In-Person and Virtual Application Workshops – Open Lab

Join us for UC and CSU Open Lab Workshops in Room #758

You do not have to make an appointment just stop by to get help with your UC or CSU application for Fall 2023.  

November:

  • Tuesday, November 1st from 9:00 – 10:30 am
  • Wednesday, October 21st from 1:30 – 3:00 pm
  • Tuesday, November 8th from 10:30 – 12:00 pm
  • Wednesday, November 9th from 1:00 – 2:00 pm
  • Thursday, November 10th from 9:00 – 10:30 am
  • Tuesday, November 15th from 10:30 – 12:00 pm
  • Thursday, November 17th from 9:00 – 10:30 am
  • Tuesday, November 22nd from 9:00 – 10:30 am
  • Monday, November 28th from 1:00- 2:30 pm
  • Tuesday, November 29th from 10:30 – 12:00 pm
  • Wednesday, November 30th from 11:00 – 2:30 pm

CSU Virtual Application Workshops – Open Lab

Please join us for UC and CSU workshops and Open Labs to learn more about the application process of applying for Fal 2023. Make sure that you open an account for the UC or CSU if you haven’t done so before your appointment.  Check the links for the UC and CSU portal below.

November:

CSU In-Person Advising

Are you thinking about transferring this Spring 2023 OR Fall 2023 semester?

Do you have questions for the Sac State Advisor?  Angel Orejel the Sac State advisor is going to be available In-Person. You do not have to set up an appointment Just stop by the WCC Transfer Center 700 Bldg. Room #758.

CSU In-Person Advising:

  • Monday, November 3rd from 9:00 – 3:00 pm
    • No Registration necessary

CSU Virtual Drop-Ins:

Are you thinking about transferring this Spring 2023 OR Fall 2023 semester?

Do you have questions for the Sac State Advisor?  Angel Orejel the Sac State advisor is going to be available via Zoom to talk to you today, October 18th from 9:00 – 4:00 pm.  Click on the link below to register.

CSU Drop-Ins:

  • Tuesday, October 18th from 9:00 – 4:00 pm

Are you interested in learning more about careers in the Health Professions?

The Pre-Health community is invited to our In-Person Pre-Health Conference on Saturday, October 15, 2022!

Our Pre-Health Conference provides community college, university, and post-bac students, as well as pre-health advisors with the information and skills necessary to succeed in the health-professions school admission process. It provides a unique opportunity for direct contact with deans of admission, admission officers, financial aid officers, faculty, and staff from a wide variety of health professional programs and other organizations.

Attendees have the opportunity to explore a variety of health professions, including allopathic, osteopathic, podiatric, naturopathic medicine, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, nursing, optometry, physical and occupational therapy, physician assistant, and more.

 

Register Here!

Registration Pricing:

  • Early Bird Registration:
    • April 15 – July 31
    • UC Davis Students and Alumna – 25
    • Non – UC Davis Students and Alumna – 35
    • Advisors – 99
  • Regular Registration:
    • August 1 – September 25
    • UC Davis Students and Alumna – 30
    • Non – UC Davis Students and Alumna – 40
    • Advisors – 125
  • Late Registration:
    • September 26 – October 9
    • UC Davis Students and Alumna – 40
    • Non – UC Davis Students and Alumna – 50
    • Advisors – 150

CSU Workshop In-Person Open Lab

Are you ready to transfer to CSU this upcoming Spring 2023?  Not sure if you have all the credits necessary to transfer to a CSU?

Stop by today and meet with the CSU advisor and the WCC Transfer Counselor to help you with the CSU application.  No appointment is necessary just stop by at the 700 building Room #758 to get help.  This is a hands-on workshop if you have questions about your CSU application, your transferrable classes, and if you have any quick questions before submitting the CSU application.  We hope to see you there.

CSU In-Person Application Workshops – Open Lab

Join us for CSU Open Lab Workshops in Room #758

You do not have to make an appointment just stop by to get help with your CSU application for Spring 2023

  • Wednesday, August 24th from 1:00 – 3:00 pm
  • Thursday, August 25th from 8:30 – 10:30 am
  • Monday,  August 29th from 1:00 – 3::00 pm
  • Tuesday, August 30th from 8:30 – 11:30 pam
  • Wednesday, August 31st from 1:00 – 3:00 pm

CSU Presentation Workshop:

Are you thinking about transferring this Spring 2023 semester?

CSU Virtual Presentation Workshop:

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Career & Transfer Center Grand Opening

 Thursday, April 21st, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. | WCC Building 700  

We invite you to join us in celebrating the grand opening of the WCC Career & Transfer Center – please save the date!

Event participants will have the opportunity to:

  • Tour the Career & Transfer Center
  • Meet with university representatives
  • Connect with local employers and career representatives
  • Win WCC swag!

The Career & Transfer Center is designed to support and enhance the experience of Woodland Community College students in the areas of transfer preparation and planning and career development. The Career & Transfer Center assists students with:

  • Researching transfer requirements and the application process
  • Connecting with University Representatives
  • Career assessments, exploration, and research
  • Resume/Cover Letter review and assistance
  • Mock interviews
  • Job search techniques assistance

We look forward to celebrating with you!

 

Your UC Davis Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP) coordinator, Candy Giambruno, is available to meet with currently enrolled students from Woodland Community College to answer any questions about transferring to a four-year college. Please create or update your UC TAP profile to discuss your transfer plans.

TOP will continue to offer online advising appointments.

Spring 2022 Virtual Advising Schedule:

UC Davis

Please save the date! Discover UC Davis is a transfer empowerment symposium hosted by the Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP) on Friday, March 4, 2022, from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM PST.

Discover UC Davis is a transfer motivational conference designed to help your students make informed decisions through career planning and exploration.Objectives:

  • Identify a major to match students’ career and educational goals
  • Network with UC representatives
  • Learn about UCD’s academic support programs
  • Strategize and help students through the transfer process to a four-year university
We hope you can attend and share this virtual opportunity with your students at your community college. We will send the agenda with topics shortly. We thank you for your support.

Sac State University

 

Your Sac State advisor is available to meet with currently enrolled students from Woodland Community College students to answer any questions about transferring to Sac State.  You can Stop by and see the Sac State advisor in person by Drop-in on the following dates:

Spring 2022 In-Person Schedule:

You do not have to make an appointment to talk to the Sac State advisor, just stop by in Building 700 Room #758

  • February 15th 9:00 – 3:30 pm
  • April 21st 9:00 – 3:00 pm

Sac State University – Virtual

 

Your Sac State advisor is available to meet with currently enrolled students from Woodland Community College students to answer any questions about transferring to Sac State.   You can meet with the Sac State virtually.  Click on the link below to see his availability.

Spring 2022 Virtual Drop-Ins Schedule:

Click on the link below to meet with the Sac State advisor:

 

HBCU Virtual Events

In-Person Event This Week!

 HBCU Caravan this week! We have more than 15 HBCU admissions representatives in town this week ready and eager to connect with students, faculty, and staff. We will be visiting community colleges in Southern California and the A2MEND Conference and College Fair. Event participants do not need to be a student or employees of the host community college, all are welcome! Students should bring multiple copies of their transcript if they plan on applying on-site.

See below registration links – note the A2MEND Conference and College Fair requires conference registration to attend and West LA College does not require registration.

Monday February 28, 10am-1:00 pm—MiraCosta College

Tuesday, March 1, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm—West Los Angeles College

Tuesday, March 1, 5:00 – 7:00 pm—Bible Believers Missionary Baptist Church—Downey, CA

Wednesday, March 2, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm—Pasadena City College

Thursday, March 3, 5-6:30 pm — A2MEND College Fair

 

 

 

Virtual events designed for students. For each event, attendees will need to register in order to obtain the Zoom login access. If you have any questions please contact myself or the host of the event which is located on the event registration.

HBCU Website: https://www.californiacommunitycollegehbcutransfer.com/

Monday, February 14th

  • SESSION TITLE: Intro to the CCC to HBCU Program
  • PRESENTER: Myko CampbellTIME: 12pm-1pm
  • CLICK REG LINK HERE

Tuesday, February 15th

  • SESSION TITLE: How to Choose an HBCU
  • PRESENTER: Markisha Richardson
  • TIME: 2pm-3pm
  • CLICK REG LINK HERE

Wednesday, February 16th

  • SESSION TITLE: HBCU Brief #1
  • PRESENTER: Helen Young
  • TIME:10am-11:30am
  • CLICK REG LINK HERE

Wednesday, February 17th

  • SESSION TITLE: Academic Preparation – Grades Matter!
  • PRESENTER: Diane Crosley-Mayers
  • TIME: 5:30pm-6:30pm
  • CLICK REG LINK HERE

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Irvine Valley College  Second Annual Health Professions Virtual Conference

Irvine Valley College 2nd Annual Health Professions Virtual Conference

Friday, April 29, 2022  |  9:15 am – 3:15 pm

All California Community College students are invited to come learn about:

  • Program and career options in the health professions field
  • Medical school admissions requirements and interview tips
  • Real-life experiences from panels of health professionals

Check out the event schedule below and register today!

Event Schedule and Registration

Please register for one workshop under each session below.

Opening Sessions  |  9:15 – 10 am

  • Health Professions 101 for Community College Students  |  Register »
    Presenter: Eileen Tom, MA
  • Preparing for Medical Schools as a Community College Student  |  Register »
    Presenter: Ursula Worsham, EdD

 

Note: Due to limited staffing resources, only the two opening sessions will be recorded, closed captioned, and posted online for review.

Breakout Sessions #1  |  10:15 – 11:15 am

  • Charles R. Drew University – College of Medicine and Ross University School of Medicine  |  Register »
  • Chapman University School of Pharmacy and UC Irvine School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences  |  Register »
  • Chapman University Department of Physical Therapy and Joint UCSF/SFSU Doctor of Physical Therapy Program   |  Register »
  • Associate’s and Bachelor’s Degrees in Nursing Options and Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis Master’s Entry Program  |  Register »

Breakout Sessions #2  |  11:30 am– 12:30 pm

  • UC Davis Physician Assistant Program and Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science Physician Assistant Program  |  Register »
  • Southern California College of Optometry at Marshall B. Ketchum University and UC Berkeley School of Optometry  |  Register »
  • Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine and California Health Sciences University College of Osteopathic Medicine   |  Register »
  • Career and Program Options for Students Interested in the Healthcare Field  |  Register »

Lunch  |  12:30 – 1 pm

Breakout Sessions #3  |  1 – 2 pm

  • California Baptist University College of Nursing and CSU Fullerton School of Nursing  |  Register »
  • Loma Linda University School of Dentistry and University of Southern California School of Dentistry  |  Register »
  • CSU Dominguez Hills Master of Science in Occupational Therapy and CSU Dominguez Hills Occupational Therapy Doctorate   |  Register »
  • Interviewing Tips and Skills for Healthcare Professional Schools  |  Register »

Panel Breakout Sessions  |  2:15 – 3:15 pm

  • Panel of Doctors and Future Doctors    |  Register »
  • Panel of Healthcare Professionals   |  Register »
  • Panel of Nursing Professionals  |  Register »

Note: All workshops and presenters are subject to change.

If you require an accommodation, please submit your request three business days in advance through the Community Event Accommodation Request Form.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ If you have any questions on the conference program or registration, please e-mail us at ivctransfercenter@ivc.edu or call 949-451-5339

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Curious about graduate school? GSPD SACNAS is hosting a virtual Student-Scientist Panel via Zoom

The Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (GSPD SACNAS) at UC Davis is dedicated to increasing the number of underrepresented students in higher education and in science.

GSPD SACNAS will be hosting Student-Scientist Panel on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 from 12:00-1:00 PM. Graduate students and postdocs will share their educational journey that led them to graduate school. Join us to find out what you can do now as a community college student to prepare for graduate school.

Register Now!

Join us for UC and CSU Open Lab Workshops in Room #758

You do not have to make an appointment just stop by to get help with your UC or CSU application.

  • Wednesday, October 13th from 12:30 – 2:00 pm
  • Thursday, October 21st from 1:30 – 3:00 pm
  • Monday, November 1st from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
  • Tuesday, November 9th from 12:30 – 2:00 pm
  • Thursday, November 18th from 10:30 – 12:00 pm
  • Tuesday, November 30th from 12:30 – 3:00 pm

CSU Virtual Application Workshops – Open Lab

Please join us for UC and CSU workshops and open labs to learn more about the application process. If you plan to apply for Fall 2021
admissions, there will be application assistance during these workshops.

Chico State Workshops

Are you interested in transferring to Chico State? Do you want to learn more about the transfer process for Chico State? Chico State is offering Admissions Presentation this month.  See link below.  You do not have to register to attend.

 

Admissions Presentation:

Tuesday, Nov. 2nd @ 5:30 pm 

https://csuchico.zoom.us/j/81957545633?pwd=WEEvM0ZHWmwzcld4bGp6NU16Vzg1QT09

Meeting ID: 819 5754 5633

Passcode: 787385

Admissions Presentation:

Wednesday, Nov. 10th @ 3:00 pm

https://csuchico.zoom.us/j/81957545633?pwd=WEEvM0ZHWmwzcld4bGp6NU16Vzg1QT09

Meeting ID: 819 5754 5633

Passcode: 787385

 

Sac State Application Deadline has been extended to Friday, September 3rd.  Do you need help with your Cal State Application please click on the link below to get help via Zoom? Don’t wait until the last minute.

Click here to get help!

 

 

Sac State Application Workshop for Spring 2022:

  • In-Person Workshops:
    • Friday, August 20th at 12:30 pm
    • Friday, August 27th at 12:00 pm
    • Tuesday, August 31st at 10:30 am

Stop by the 700 bldg. – Assessment Center Room #758

 

STOPM Your Way to UCLA

Join the Student Transfer Outreach and Mentor Program (STOMP) for an opportunity to hear directly from transfer students about their experiences going from community college to UCLA and ask questions during the webinar. This presentation is designed primarily for students attending a California Community College.  Please note, this is a student-led panel so it will not include an UndergraduateAdmissions presentation.

Register Today!

Transfer Panel | Mentorship Workshop

Not sure where to transfer to? Come and speak to transfer students who have already gone through the process!

Register NOW!

 

Are you Thinking about Transferring to CSU San Bernardino?

CSUSB’s Office of Outreach & Student Recruitment along with the Transfer Student Success Center is hosting a virtual student panel session called Howl @ a Yote! Come hear from current CSUSB students on student life, campus resources, and what it is like to be part of the Pack. Learn from freshmen, transfers, and Palm Desert students. Get helpful advance on becoming a #Coyote4Life.
Register NOW!

What’s Next Workshop 

Register for this event here!

Sacramento State Presentations

Are you transferring to Sac State this coming Fall 2021? Sacramento State is partnering with WCC  to provided a few presentations for students that are interested in learning more about the CSUS Dreamer Resource Center, Financial Aid, and the Teaching Credential Program.

Register Now!

Sonoma State University

Online Admissions Presentation followed by Online Campus Tour
Come hear how to transfer to Sonoma State and all this CSU has to offer!
Register Now!

Financial Aid & Scholarship for students transferring for Fall 2021

Tips on how to fill out the FAFSA or CA Dream

The deadline to fill out the FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application is March 2, 2021! We’ve got your back. Come learn from UC Davis Financial Aid Officers on how to fill out the application, how to avoid some common mistakes, and how to just get it done so you can move on to the rest of your to-do list. Information shared will be applicable to you regardless of where you end up going to college, so parents and guardians are also encouraged to attend.

Click on the link below to sign up for one of the Workshops:

Online

Discover Your UC!

Transfer Webinar Series

The University of California Transfer Prep Program would like to invite you to participate in our Discover Your UC – Transfer Student Experience Series. We will be hosting two student panel webinars during which you will have the opportunity to hear from current students and learn about their journey to UC. You’ll also have a chance to ask questions about the transfer process and how students are navigating the current learning environment.

Students from all nine undergraduate UC campuses will be represented in these events. Find out more on our Discover Your UC web page and register below.

  • Discover Your UC – Non-Traditional Transfer Student Experience:
  • Discover Your UC – First Generation Transfer Student Experience:

Discover UC Davis 2021!

STEM Transfer Day

Register for this event here!

Discover UC Davis is a free, online 2-day career planning event where you will explore the breadth of careers available to you through various majors, learn about the transfer experience from faculty and students and find out about resources available to help you earn your bachelor’s degree.