Transition Tips

Transition Tips from Former MAVS

  • GIVE YOURSELF SOME GRACE

    • Say thank you to the past and embrace your new future
    • Seek each new transition with an open mind
    • Keep your why first and foremost in everything you do
    • TRIO Student Support Services
    • McNair Scholarship Program
    • Tutoring (appointment, drop-in, 24-hours online)
    • Programs: Supplemental Instruction & Peer Led-Team Learning
    • Academic Success Coaches
    • Efficiency of budgeting— you can be resourceful
    • Effective communication skills with outside organizations, work, and family
    • The power of your Intersecting Identity - use it to your advantage

  • UNTAP THE HIDDEN RULES OF UTA CAMPUS LIFE

    • Leverage the knowledge, skills, and experience that you bring to the table
    • Every campus event awaits YOU!  You'll meet people there.  If we don't have it, create it!
    • Transfer resources and services have been earmarked for YOU! Get the advantage
    • College can be a full-time job in addition to your part-time job, but find ways to integrate your life with things that bring your joy and passion

  • Make Time for the Things Important to You

    • If time is an issue, no worries! Negotiate flexible options to connect to faculty, staff, and student organizations.
    • Don't let time be a barrier to your connection and involvement.  Break out the old planner and get started!

  • CREATE YOUR WINNING SITUATION

    • Make friends with intention, surround yourself with motivated students & people
    • Campus Jobs, Research Assistantships and Internships, Campus Events Campus Recreation, and more
    • Join a student organization to find balance and expand your marketability
    • Establish a college support network that includes everyone that you deem family

Transition Tips for Maverick Families

  • Be Engaged in the Maverick Family Community: attend Family Weekend, Mav Essentials Live, and other family-friendly events. Take advantage of these times to meet other families who are on a similar journey.
  • Stay Connected to your Maverick: Plan how and how often you and your student will check in with each other. It's important to check in to say hello and "I am here if you need me."
  • Ask Questions: Maverick Parent & Family Services is here to support you and your student's journey at UTA. When in doubt, call on us to help connect you to resources, coach you through critical conversations, and hear that you are doing a fantastic job supporting your Maverick!