Four-year colleges schedule visits to SMCC
Interested in transferring after graduation? Admissions reps from colleges and universities in Maine and elsewhere in New England will be a common sight at SMCC in the coming months.
Throughout the Fall Semester, representatives from four-year institutions will visit to answer questions and provide information about their schools. Each year, many SMCC graduates transfer to private and public institutions across Maine, New England and the country.
“This is great opportunity for student to learn about academic programs, financial aid, student life and transfer agreements at other schools,” said Associate Dean Margie Fahey. “More and more colleges are interested in our students. Our graduates have a strong track record of achieving success at schools they transfer to.”
Here’s a schedule of visits to the South Portland Campus Center by college admissions representatives in the coming months. The list is updated frequently so check the My Transfer calendar on My Maine Guide on the SMCC portal for the latest on which colleges are visiting when.
- Tuesday, Sept. 17, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Bryant University. South Portland Campus Center.
- Thursday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m-3 p.m., University of Maine at Augusta. South Portland Campus Center.
- Monday, Sept. 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., University of New England. South Portland Campus Center.
- Tuesday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Joseph’s College. South Portland Campus Center.
- Wednesday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., University of Maine at Augusta. Midcoast Campus Learning Commons.
- Wednesday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m-3 p.m., University of Maine at Augusta. South Portland Campus Center.
- Tuesday, Oct. 8, noon, luncheon for students to learn about transfer programs for women of nontraditional age at Smith and Mount Holyoke colleges.
- Wednesday, Oct. 16, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., University of Southern Maine. South Portland Campus Center.
- Wednesday, Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., University of Maine at Augusta. Midcoast Campus Learning Commons.
- Tuesday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m-3 p.m., University of Maine at Augusta. South Portland Campus Center.
- Tuesday, Oct. 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., University of New England. South Portland Campus Center.
- Tuesday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., University of Southern Maine. South Portland Campus Center.
- Tuesday, Nov. 5, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., University of Maine at Augusta. Midcoast Campus Learning Commons.
- Wednesday, Nov. 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., University of Southern Maine. Midcoast Campus Learning Commons.
- Thursday, Nov. 7, 10 a.m-3 p.m., University of Maine at Augusta. South Portland Campus Center.
- Wednesday, Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Joseph’s College, South Portland Campus Center.
- Monday, Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., University of New England. South Portland Campus Center.
- Wednesday, Dec. 4, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., University of New England. South Portland Campus Center.
- Wednesday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m-3 p.m., University of Maine at Augusta. South Portland Campus Center.
- Thursday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., University of Maine at Augusta. Midcoast Campus Learning Commons.
Students should also mark their calendars for the Fall Transfer Fair, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 10, in the South Portland Campus Center.
From left, Tyler O’Brien, Sean Flaherty, Celina Simmons, Morgan Dyer and Tetty Collins.
Clubs broaden student opportunities
Whether you’re interested in astronomy, business, writing, community service, social justice or costume design, there’s a good chance that SMCC has a student organization for you.
Getting involved in organizations helps students build connections, develop lifelong friends and mentors, and grow personally. Students who are engaged in campus life are also more likely to succeed academically.
Several clubs took part in the Sept. 5 Student Involvement Fair in the South Portland Campus Center to spread the word and talk to students about what they have to offer and recruit new members.
In her words, business student Lydia McMullan says being involved in student organizations is about “community.” She is currently a member of the Cosplay costume design club and used to be a member of the Gaming Club. At the Student Involvement Fair, she signed up for the Business Club and Phi Theta Kappa honor society.
Clubs allow students to make new friends outside of the classroom, pursue their interests and even travel, like the time Cosplay members traveled to Boston, she said.
“It makes school more fun,” she said. “It allows you to build connections and opens up opportunities.”
Tyler O’Brien, president of the Astronomy Club, said students who join the club will learn about the universe, take part in research and get involved in other astronomy-related projects around SMCC. One project he is pursuing is to make a scale solar system around the South Portland Campus with the Campus Center serving as the sun and installing some kind of markers around campus to represent the planets.
“The focus, though, is star parties, getting groups of people together outside at night with a telescope and point it up,” he said.
For more information on how to join or start a student organization, students can email studentactivities@smccME.edu or stop by the Student Activities Office in the lobby of Spring Point Residence Hall.
Additional information can be found on My Student Life on My Maine Guide on the MySMCC student portal.
Study abroad? Don’t miss these informational sessions
If you’re interested in spending time in Cuba or Spain while earning credit at SMCC, mark your calendars for Global Classroom informational sessions.
SMCC’s Global Studies Center is holding three informational sessions where students can learn more about Global Classroom courses and other international opportunities. The meets are set for:
- Tuesday, Sept. 10, 12:15 p.m., Jewett Auditorium, South Portland Campus
- Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6 p.m., Learning Commons, Midcoast Campus
- Thursday, Sept. 19, 6 p.m., Jewett Auditorium, South Portland Campus
SMCC is offering two semester-long online classes during the Spring Semester that include travel to an international destination.
This year’s classes are:
Nature, Culture and Photography.
Description: Explore the rich biodiversity and vibrant culture of Cuba through the lens of arts and science.
Instructors: Christian Farnsworth (photography) and Christopher Hoffman (biological science)
Travel: March 8-14
Cost: $3,250, including airfare
Culinary & Hospitality Management
Description: Learn how Barcelona has capitalized on its role as a leader in art, architecture, fashion, sports and gastronomy to become one of the top travel destinations in the world.
Instructors: Maureen LaSalle (hospitality management) and Anthony Poulin (Culinary Arts)
Travel: May 12-20
Cost: approximately $3,000, including airfare